- You are stagnating in your current job and learning very little.
- You feel drained and the office politics is really getting to you.
- A much better opportunity presents itself - like starting your own business.
But, before you act instinctively, it is essential that you assess the pros and cons carefully. There is no point in throwing the baby out with the bathwater.
There are 2 main requirements of a successful home based business operator - the right personality and the right attitude.
The Ideal Personality Of An Own Boss
People who are ideally suited to running their own small business have several common characteristics. They are:
- independent with small egos.
- willing to take a calculated risk with business ideas that are less secure.
- able to let go, think in an unconstrained manner and come up with innovative ideas.
- more concerned about achievement than status.
Common Attitudes Amongst Successful Small Business Owners
Being your own boss leaves you very exposed. There is no-one else to blame when things go wrong. To succeed on your own requires an infectious, positive, "can do" attitude.
People with the right attitude to be your own boss typically ...
- have no sense of entitlement. They don't complain - they just get on with it.
- are highly resourceful. When customers ask for something that doesn't fit their business model, they change the model.
- believe in themselves. They don't allow self-doubt to derail their progress.
- are tough and resilient. They keep at it until they achieve the breakthrough they are aiming for.
- are people with a sense of integrity, a well defined moral compass. Their customers sense and respect this and reward them with loyalty.
OK, so you are ready to be your boss. Where do you start your home business? By planning - you cannot be successful without a plan.
You can get some help with planning your home based business here. Very best of luck!
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