When I decided to take a break from corporate America to start my own small business, one of the first questions that came to mind was, “What am I getting myself into?”
Sure, I was excited about venturing into the world of entrepreneurship, but the idea of being my own boss was quite daunting.
I suddenly found myself lost in a maze of uncertainty - and what started out as one simple question, quickly multiplied into a cyclone of unknowns… What should I do first? How will I get financing? Do I need a business plan?
And, most importantly – what business will I start?
I knew I wanted to try something a little different, but trying to define what that certain “something” was, proved to more difficult than I thought.
So, I considered my possibilities…
What about a landscaping business to complement my green thumb? I even looked into opening a coffee shop to sell chai teas, specialty coffees and gourmet sweets.
Even though a number of ideas came to mind of small businesses I could start; none of these “great” ventures truly excited me. Firecrackers failed to ignite. Stars didn’t twinkle in my eyes. What was missing?
I realized that my startup ideas lacked one very special ingredient – passion.
Passion gives you the enthusiasm needed to stick with whatever venture you pursue. It’s that excitement (along with a lot of hard work and determination) that makes entrepreneurs spark with zest. After delving deep within myself, I found my true passion in business copywriting.
To find your passion:
1. Identify your talents - Are you creative and good with sculpting clay? Do you have a knack for public speaking? Perhaps you are a whiz with numbers. Offer a pottery class to the elderly or sell clay pots at a local boutique. Define your skills and uncover unlimited opportunities.
2. List what you enjoy doing - Do you have a hobby or is there something you would do all day, every day if you had the chance? With careful planning, you can make a little extra cash doing what you love.
3. Brainstorm - If nothing comes to mind immediately, start with a clean slate and let your creative juices flow. Write down whatever comes to you - be creative. There are no bad ideas, only limited imaginations.
4. Find a mentor - Seek advice from people who are living their passion. Use their personal experiences and guidance to help you uncover hidden possibilities.
5. Give it a try - Put your idea to the test first. Before making a long-term commitment, work on it part-time or take it up as a hobby. If your passion doesn’t fizzle away after a few months, you may have found your calling.
Discovering your passion takes patience and a lot of hard work…but the end result is a life that’s truly more satisfying. Success is within reach – just grab it!
- All the best
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