Forget about the financial risk; stress, commitment & the numerous roles because you will only encounter them at the beginning. Reasons to start...
You can become your own boss and give yourself the freedom and flexibility you've always dreamed of. Apart from freedom and flexibility, there are many more reasons to own a business.
In this article, I am going to share 12 reasons why you should start a business today.
But before I get started, let me talk about one thing that is holding you down, what is it? Fear.
Don’t Let the fears of starting a business stand in your way of success. There are six types of fear that is holding you down.
- Fear of Failure
- Fear of Looking Stupid
- Fear of Spending Money
- Fear of Disappointing People
- Fear of Risk
- Fear of (Little) Changes
Vincent van Gogh said,
"what would life be if we had no courage to attempt anything"
Also read; 50 Inspirational Business Quotes to inspire success.
Stop asking yourself questions like;
Will investors like my pitch? Do people even care about what I have to offer? Will I become successful?
Trust me, there’s no way to know the answers to these questions until you make them a reality.
Only focus on the benefits of starting your own business. Here are 12 compelling reasons why you should start your own business today.
12 Reasons to Start Your Own Business Today.
1. Make Good Money
There is potential to make far more than you ever dreamed of as a business owner.
Ames says.
"When you own the business, you have a lot of control over that money, how you use it, and how you invest it."
2. Your time is your own
The truth is, owning a business does not give you more free time, but it does allow you to set your own schedule.
If you want to take an afternoon off and get back to work at 3 a.m., that’s your choice and you don’t have to ask permission.
3. Be your own boss
This is the most interesting part, it’s your business, so whatever you say, goes! Some people don’t like working for others because they don’t agree with their bosses’ decisions or just don’t like the feeling of being told what to do all day.
4. You Can Get Started Without Quitting Your Job
You should probably keep your job until you are secure in your new business.
You can start developing your ideas, creating your business plan, and begin testing the waters.
5. You have financial freedom
Not all businesses make money right away. But with good planning, consistency and hard work, there are opportunities to earn additional income so that you have more financial freedom and uncapped earnings.
6. Sell how you want to sell
It also depends on the type of business. you can work online? In person? Inbound? Outbound? It's your call.
7. Delegate boring tasks
Don't do anything you don't want to.
8. Work from anywhere
Although, it depends on the type of business. it is very possible to work from home, an office or a beach if you so choose.
9. Have more job stability
Never worry about being laid off or fired.
10. Leave something behind
Pass the business down to your children and grandchildren.
11. You Feel Pride in Building Something of Your Own
"There is nothing like being successful through your own leadership, abilities, ideas and efforts," says Peter Leeds, who coaches investors through his business,
12. You Can Give Back to Your Community
Many business owners love the idea that in building their business, they can give back to the communities they operate in the form of the products and services they offer.
Ability to create jobs opportunities to people, which is important these days and also donate to the charity.
"I take great pride in knowing that I'm solving a problem others have and creating opportunities for people to have jobs that they love," says Chris Brusznicki.
My Conclusion
Forget about the financial risk; stress, time commitment and the numerous roles because you will only encounter them at the beginning.
Where there are pros, there are cons. The only way to overcome is to conquer your fears and start today. Always remember that tomorrow never comes.
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