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I Want To Start My Own Business
By: Nicole ( aka Sophia’s Mom)
“I want to start my own business,” I proclaimed to my husband about 8 months ago.
Easier said than done!
In order to be able to invest your time, money, and hopes into a new business, it needs to be something that you are passionate about. I think all the so called “entrepreneurial experts” can agree on that. But what would my business be exactly, would only be determined by trial and error.
To be my own boss and have a flexible schedule was my #1 goal. As soon as I had my baby, I knew that I didn’t want to go back to work. At least, I didn’t want to go back to working for someone else. Because no matter how hard you work, you will never truly earn the fruits of your labor.
I tried to become a diaper cake baker and a blog designer, among other things. And though I was excited at first, that excitement quickly fizzled.
And I was back to square one.
What I didn’t notice was that there had been signs along the way, hinting the path I should take. But once I did start to pay attention, things started happening for me and my ‘business.’
I have become much more proactive and am determined to see this idea through until it is successful. That is the type of mentality that you need to succeed.
If my journey has taught me anything, it’s that you need to be able to fail and reinvent yourself without feeling discouraged. It’s part of the process.
So if you’re stuck in a job that you don’t like or you feel like you need something more in your life, I encourage you to leap onto the entrepreneurial train! You don’t need a lot of money to start your own business (you do need a little, though), you need the determination and the support to see it through.
* Just in case you’re curious, I launched my nursery design site in December 2009. You can visit my site, www.chiccheapnursery.com , or read more about my journey on my blog, www.thewannabewahm.com .
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Thanks again for letting me guest post on your blog!
Hope you’re having a fantastic time at Blissdom!
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Tamara Reply:
February 6th, 2010 at 2:36 pm
You’re very welcome! Thank YOU!
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Nicole great post. I relate so much to your story. When I had my first I wanted so bad to be home. I tried everything to start my own business but it just did not work out. I think what would have helped me is if I had the entrepreneurial bug way before I had kids. Then I would have had so much more time and resources to work on it.
And I love both of your blogs. Good luck with everything!
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Sophia's Mom Reply:
February 6th, 2010 at 4:26 pm
@This Mama Works It!, You are absolutely right! I ask myself that EVERYDAY!
Why couldn’t I try to start my own business before, when I didn’t have to spend all my money on diapers and I had time and energy to spare?
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Congrats on being your own boss and finding a business that fuels your passion!
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Sophia's Mom Reply:
February 6th, 2010 at 4:23 pm
@Deb, Thanks so much Deb. I am my own boss, in a way. But I still have miles to go before I actually make any $$$.
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Good luck in your efforts. I wouldn’t be disciplined enough to be my own boss.
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Your nursery site is sooooo cute! I think it’s amazing that you’re following your career dreams in YOUR way; I am totally seeing a theme with Tamara’s guest posters this week!
~Elizabeth
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Love Wannabe WAHM!!!!
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I forgot to tell you that I can FINALLY follow! Yay for some Google Magic!
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Tamara Reply:
February 7th, 2010 at 11:17 am
So glad you could work your Google Friend Connect issues out…how frustrating! And yes, Wannabe WAHM is awesome!
Thanks for following/stopping by to show the love….
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It took me until my third child to finally be fully inspired and realize my dream of working from home. And it hasn’t been easy, but it is a wonderful opportunity and I’m so grateful for it (most days, lol!)
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