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If I were to ask you to define the word Freedom without using the
word Free to do it, could you? It would be very difficult. I know
because I've tried. Even the Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines Freedom
as, "The quality or state of being free."
Well that makes sense,
so the definition of Freedom is to be Free. We can work with that. So if
we think of Freedom in this light, then our definition would be to be
Free in all we think, feel, and do. Right?
Okay, that narrows it down. Doesn't it?
But
I would like to go a step further and ask you a couple of questions.
How many of you have a full-time job? For most of you, the answer would
be "Yes." Then my next question is... do you love going to your job
everyday? Now, the answers begin to change. About 30% of you will say a
resounding "Yes!" While the other 70% will, of course, say "No."
According to an article from the Huffington Post...
Just less than 30 percent of workers land their dream job, or work in some related field ("Dream job only," 2012).
That's
a pretty sad figure for those of us that are still holding out on our
dream job. And believe me, I'm still holding out on growing 10 more
inches and playing alongside LeBron James. But I digress, that dream has
come and gone.
Doing what you love everyday is essentially the
same as being free. But if only 30% of the population is truly free
doing what they love, then what are the rest of us supposed to do? The
answer may surprise you...
Start a home business. More and more
people are quitting their full-time jobs and working for themselves from
the comfort of their own homes. This, my friends, is the true
definition of being Free and here's why...
Reasons Why Owning a Home Business Will Set You Free
1. Personal Freedom
Once
you get your home business up and running efficiently and nearly on
autopilot, you will begin to enjoy the personal freedom it gives you. No
longer are you a slave to the time clock, trading your time for money.
Now, you control the time. Work when you want and how long you want. If
you want to work all day, then do it. If you want to work for only a
couple of hours a day, then do it. Owning a home business will give you
the time to do the things you want to do - your personal freedom.
I
want to make one thing clear, however. Beginning and running a home
business is not all peaches and cream. There will be a lot of hard work
at the beginning; sometimes so much that it will seem like you are a
slave to your new business. The sacrifice is worth it in the long run,
however.
2. Family Freedom
A home business will
also give you the freedom and time you desire and need to spend with
your family. According to a study conducted in 1998 by the National
Center for Policy Analysis (NCPA),...
Based on the
data from 1998, both spouses were employed at least part-time in 51
percent of married couples with children, compared with 33 percent in
1976 ("Two working parent," 2000).
Because of
market conditions and other financial stresses within the home, the
numbers of both parents who work outside the home are on the rise. This
can be a detriment for children. Research has shown that children where
both parents work full-time outside of the home are at higher risk for
emotional, social, and behavioral problems.
Owning a home business
will give you the freedom to spend more time with your family and truly
help the ones that matter in your life.
3. Creative Freedom
Since
you are the sole owner of your home business, you also have the
creative freedom to run the business the way you want. You don't need
fit a certain mold that corporate America sometimes says we need to fit
into, thus taking away your creative freedom.
4. Emotional Freedom
The
4th reason why owning a home business will set you free is for your
emotional freedom. How many of you get that dreaded feeling every Sunday
night before the new work week begins? Every person that I have talked
to feels this kind of emotion. Owning a home business releases you from
that nagging Sunday night feeling. Moreover, you don't have to deal with
a boss micromanaging every aspect of your job, nor annoying co-workers.
Why? Because you are the boss and, in some cases, the annoying
co-worker.
5. Money and Tax Freedom
Probably the
most important reason why owning a home business is true freedom has to
do with money and tax freedom. I know of people that make over $30,000
per month from their home business. I guess you could say that with that
kind of cash coming in each month, these people are financially free.
Also, there are great tax advantages to owning a home business, such as
tax write-offs. For instance, since my primary business has to do with
writing, I get to write off a lot of my travel expenses because I take
my laptop with me to... you guessed it... write.
Conclusion
In
summary, the 5 reasons listed above are just a few of the many reasons
why owning a home business will set you free. Please don't misunderstand
me, however. I am not saying that having a job is bad. On the contrary,
having a job is extremely important and good. What I am saying is that
if you don't feel free to do the things you want and live the life of
your dreams, then owning a home business is an alternative way to
achieve those dreams that we lost from our childhood.
The idea of starting a home-based business is increasing in
popularity these days as more people seek to get out of the corporate
rat-race. The idea of not having to leave behind the kids to head off to
disgruntled jobs early in the morning and having a greater say and
flexibility in your working hours, lifestyle and monetary rewards
certainly makes home-based business appealing. Having said that, most
people however may not know how to get started or where they can obtain
more resources.
The first and most important step is probably to
decide on a viable small home-based business plan. While researching and
evaluating the various business opportunities, it is also important to
consider if they match your interest, goals and desired lifestyle.
If
you enjoy gardening, then here is a great suggestion. How about
starting a small home-based organic farm? Organic chemical-free food
products have been gaining popularity in recent years for their health
benefits. So why not grow your own fresh organic vegetables for your
family in the comfort of your home and even have excess to sell for a
profit? That's killing two birds with one stone!
With the
introduction of aquaponics, a revolutionary farming technology combining
hydroponics and aquaculture, organic farming is easier than ever
before. An aquaponics system is easy to set up and run, hence it is no
longer as daunting as traditional soil-based organic farming. You do not
have to be highly experienced to set up an aquaponics farm.
Aquaponics
gardening is also not as labor intensive as soil-based farming. In
fact, you can even get your kids to help out in the farm as the daily
tasks, such as pruning the crops, feeding the fish and monitoring of
water quality, are relatively simple. More importantly, you do not have
to worry about weeds, soil pests or having to endure backaches from the
bending actions of weeding.
Another advantage of setting up your
own aquaponics farm is that it is relatively inexpensive. Unlike
hydroponics or aquaculture, do not need expensive chemicals or filter
systems. An aquaponics system is compact with a small space requirement,
but high in productivity. Hence, you can start small right in your
backyard before scaing it up as you become more confident.
If you
are new to aquaponics or organic farming, there are many readily
available resources and communities that you can tap on. This includes
DIY guides to help you set up your own aquaponics system. Alternatively,
you can also purchase ready-made aquaponics kits off-the-shelf.
Before
setting up your aquaponics farm, it is also important that you consider
the following. Firstly, you have to decide on the type of crops to
grow. You will need to research on the types of crops available in your
local market in order to understand the demand and competition. Can
these crops be planted in your climate or do you need to set up a
greenhouse? Next, you will also have to decide on the fish to rear. Is
it going to be edible fish, such as trout or tilapia, or ornamental fish
such as goldfish? Is there a local market or pet shop you can sell to?
Finally, you will also need to consider about the location of your
aquaponics farm. Is your backyard or garage big enough? Or do you need
to rent an additional plot of land for this setup?
While the idea
of setting up your own home-based business is appealing, it may not be
an easy task. You will need to research and plan carefully before
proceeding in order to ensure it is a profitable and viable venture.
When I first started MLM the biggest problem I had was finding
similar people. There are any number of ways that will help you to find
your customers. I hope that you will be able to utilize these ideas in
order to make your business thrive. Like any other business without
customers there is no business.
Article Marketing - This type of
marketing requires a person to write. A way around this, if you cannot
write, is to go to a place like Fiverr or Elance to have an article
written for you. You want to describe certain things about what your
business is. This can be how to market, how to get started, how it works
or even places to place ads. There are a lot of subjects that can be
written about within MLM.
Free Ads - Free ads are simple to find
now. Most of what we will be posting is in the business opportunity ads.
These should give a little information to intrigue a person to check
out what you are all about. In my case I use a video on my directed
website. Normally with MLM you will be provided a page to use if you do
not make you cannot make your own website.
Flyers - This is an
oldie but a goodie. Make a flyer with your website or phone number. You
do not have to have a lot of information again. Just provide enough to
peak someone's interest. One way is to say something like, "This
business opportunity could be your answer to freedom. Come and check out
this video on whatever website you own." I like to use ones with tabs
on them so that people can tear and take home with them. This is very
important so that they remember what your site is called. You could also
provide your phone number if you want to discuss your opportunity on a
personal basis which could give you more repertoire.
Talking -
This is one of the most underutilized tools that we have available to
us. Not only is it free but it also is more personable. I would not
advise coming right out and saying you have an opportunity. Start with a
compliment about what they do, how their office looks, how much you
like their flavor of coffee or how their discipline is something that
you are looking for in your opportunity. Talk to people about how much
they like their jobs, the person in the coffee line or the drive through
window person. It might be hard at first but I bet you become more
comfortable by the time you have done a few.
These are a few of
many techniques to use in your MLM quest for finding prospects. If you
have any questions or comments please leave them below and I will do the
best I can to answer them.
