I am a firm believer in living each day loving what you are doing. This philosophy has grown even stronger as I mature through life. As a young individual you are so concerned about becoming an adult and wanting the opportunity to have choices. Then you realize that with those choices comes a lot of responsibility. Sometimes we are ready for it and other times we are not. One day I woke up and realized I was exactly where I needed to be. How did I get here? By chance? Perhaps…most likely it was a variety of options, choices, and unknown guidance that lead me to this place. Sometimes we are not sure of where the path will take us, but that's half the fun and craziness of being an entrepreneur. Who knows where you'll end up? You have to be in for the long haul and know that the road will be twisting and winding. You may not feel in control throughout the process. Are you onboard? Or are you just standing along the side looking at everyone else? It's time to follow your passion. Others may not agree or understand, but don't let them control your destiny. Life is about choices…not doing anything is a choice. Is it the right one for you? Who knows? Take the leap of faith in yourself and see where your passion leads you.
I'm a strong believer that you have to enter business with a lot of passion for the business to be successful. If you are passionate about the things you love, then it comes through in everything that you do. Don't think only of money. If you are passionate about what you are doing, then it is a natural element for the money to follow that path of passion.
If you won the lottery, would you still do what you are doing today? If the answer is “NO”, then you are not passionate enough about what you are doing. If the answer is “YES”, then you have passion. This is a question often asked in a group of professionals and it always amazes me when less than 1% are still standing after the speaker asks if the audience would do what they are doing if they won the lottery or if they didn't get paid anymore. Most of them laugh and sit down saying “No way”. Not me…I'm included in that 1% that is still standing. I love what I'm doing. I have the best opportunity as I get to help other business owners be more successful. What more could I ask for?
I'm not naïve or stupid. I understand that money is important. Money is necessary for your business to continue and your family to survive, but that shouldn't be your main focus. If it is, people will see that and be less in tune with you. I don't want to buy from someone who is selling a product only to make commission. I realize they are going to make a commission. I want to know about the benefits of the product and how it is going to change my life. I want you to be passionate about the product or service you provide and that will be evident to me in the way you interact.
Are you Passionate? Ask yourself these 7 Questions to determine your level of passion:
Would you do what you are doing today if you didn't need the money?
1. Do you wake up before the alarm, excited for the day?
2. Do you smile during the day or dread the next appointment?
3. Is helping others your main focus?
4. Do you feel you have a choice in what you are doing with your life?
5. Do you spend your days with people you respect?
6. Do you feel you have control of your own life?
7. Would you change your path if you woke up one day and no longer liked what you were doing?
If you answered “YES” to all of these questions, then it is a sign that you are passionate about what you are doing and I'm sure it shows in every step you take. You love what you are doing and feel blessed with each moment the day offers you. That doesn't mean you won't have your moments of being overwhelmed and stressed. That's part of the package. The key is knowing that it's all worth it.
If you answered “NO” to more than 3 of these questions, you better reassess what you are doing with your life. We only have one shot to make this life the best that it can be. Are you okay with the path you are on? If you answered “NO” to more than 5, then you are in serious trouble and it's time to take control of your life TODAY! It's never too late to start taking control and making this life the one you always dreamed about. It may not be easy, but it will be worth it. No pain, no gain applies here and it's time for you to save yourself. No one can do it for you. Take control now…one step at a tim
About the Author:
Pam Newman, President of RPPC, Inc., Author of Out of the Red, and Host of Unlocking the Secrets of Your Small Business Radio Show, provides Accounting and QuickBooks Consulting for businesses to help them keep money from slipping through their fingers. For more information, visit
www.rppc.net or 816.304.4398.
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Oct 6 2009