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Have you downsized? Consider the options for a Better Life
A friend was effectively eliminated the traditional corporate workforce in the 1990s. It was traumatic. He was a graduate of the university. He had climbed the corporate ladder quickly, inexorably. He enjoyed a six-figure income, a second home, a member of the club, investment accounts prosperous, wonderful benefits packages, a College investment plan for its three children, sports cars and many trips. I was devastated! But it was the best thing that ever happened to him, children included.
He spent regularity, to a false sense of security believing that he had enjoyed a bit of the Master "of the universe" complex, to consider what had really taken for granted. Yes, he was down for a few weeks. The house was sad. What's next? However, fairly quickly, he realized he had to make things happen. Things were not going to be falling into his lap. I had to start thinking like an entrepreneur .
It can be difficult relearn how to think like an entrepreneur. Why use the word "re-learning? Just because we are all entrepreneurs at some point in our lives. One child from cutting grass, or working a paper route is a budding entrepreneur. The ritual of seeking a job requires a certain amount of board business. Sell self-with the opposite sex requires self-marketing and packaging. The presentation of a thesis and sales pitches to teachers is a business event.
Until we entered the business world almost all of our efforts to share items of business. Then Mr. Big Corporation enters our lives and things seem change. Report immediately to this address, Mr. Smith, his boss, an agreed payment package and a package of specific benefits. Do this consistently, and fairly well, and will move along at our own pace, the classic "Route of his career." Our actions are focused on job performance, judging by the standards of Corporations. We adapt professionally. We also adapt our social and family life to corporate ethics.
And then, this ethos was gone. My friend had to adjust and quickly. Here are some tips to find of great value to correctly change a lifestyle of corporate business. First broke life in manageable components, a bit of introspection here.
Putting Family First
Nothing earth shattering here, my friend had been a good father. The children were a joy. And yet, he knew he could have attended more concerts, games and parties. I immediately started be more active as a family. He liked more activities together and began to appreciate how quickly time slips away. As children grow, they leave. That opportunity participate in a diary is gone. Do not miss a minute of this precious time.
The possible, keep children in general, in the circuit of knowledge on issues current business. Suddenly, he was not going to work. How do you hide that? Also, do everything possible to put a positive face with a vision of future reality.
Family Budget Priorities
My friend sat down and seriously analyzed assets and liabilities. What happens it was not really a necessity? Starbucks? Dining out? Movie Rentals? underused car? Pool Service? He discovered that his lifestyle could be well maintained, simply being more aware of their spending patterns and taking into account each purchase. Was it a need or desire?
Children also participate in decisions spending its own. Was it necessary for a club? What about two weeks a summer camp? A new formal can not be in the budget. They were remarkably mature and agreeable to the idea of shared sacrifice in relationship.
The Social Network
Be direct with friends and family. You have been outsourced, reducing personal or, God forbid, end (a better word Fired!) There is no point hiding the truth. Lying is such hard work. You have enough on his plate.
Where to go for income?
If there is a recommendation for all companies to recognize ex-employee is: Time is not your friend! After the shock their release, some tears, perhaps a beer or two, immediately begin to assemble a personal business Plan. Honestly consider all the details on your current life situation. For example:
* Your age * In the short term needs * Relocation Options Window * Time
* Savings Interest Expenses * * * Flexibility * Severance Family
* Health * * Corporate Networks options
Ben Franklin, our great Father of the Nation, which is normally difficult to answer questions in a logical way. He took a piece of paper and drew a line right in the middle. On the one hand, that was a + in the other column was a -. Then it considers all aspects of their problem and honestly posted this question in the appropriate column. When he had exhausted his list, counted the items assigned to each column. The side with the most entries indicating the proper decision to take the old Ben.
Do this, as honestly as possible. More often than not, there is an interest, skill or hobby you've always dreamed of using as its source income. It worked for him. She loved sales and marketing . That became the route of resurrection financial, and most importantly, has led to a freedom and life more interesting and varied than thought possible. Making a living doing something you love is a blessing and a lot more people can do this now than ever before in history.
A cell phone, computer, inter-net access and a Web site can be the basis of a business. More than 700,000 people earn their living only in whole or in part, on eBay. Think like an entrepreneur. What did you Corp. Mr. Big? Similar approach clients and customers with a custom list, specific services. Put your years of experience to use. Market research opportunities. Write a business plan realistic for your new business. There are more new firms in the United States each year all over the world combined. It's worth being an entrepreneur in the USA!
Work from home. Attend trade shows. Consider a reseller of mall kiosks. Contract for such services to call centers. Be a consultant in your area of expertise. Submit press releases about your project. Its network of partners and customers past work is the best base customers in the future. Partner with a company already in the field, aboard as an independent contractor. part-time work for several companies until something opens. Wow with effort, positive attitude, results, and creativity.
The Mr. Big Corp the world does not owe you a race. They make decisions based on market reality. That should not then mean that your potential for success is limited or damaged. Their opportunities are open.
About the Author
Geoff Ficke has been a serial entrepreneur for almost 50 years. As a small boy, earning his spending money doing odd jobs in the neighborhood, he learned the value of selling himself, offering service and value for money.
After putting himself through the University of Kentucky (B.A. Broadcast Journalism, 1969) and serving in the United States Marine Corp, Mr. Ficke commenced a career in the cosmetic industry. After rising to National Sales Manager for Vidal Sassoon Hair Care at age 28, he then launched a number of ventures, including Rubigo Cosmetics, Parfums Pierre Wulff Paris, Le Bain Couture and Fashion Fragrance.
Geoff Ficke and his consulting firm, Duquesa Marketing, Inc. (www.duquesamarketing.com) has assisted businesses large and small, domestic and international, entrepreneurs, inventors and students in new product development, capital formation, licensing, marketing, sales and business plans and successful implementation of his customized strategies. He is a Senior Fellow at the Page Center for Entrepreneurial Studies, Business School, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio.
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