A few weeks ago I would have told you life was great & it wouldn’t have been a lie. Today, not so much. While working for a deranged small business owner of an interior design company, I came to the conclusion that I want to be my own boss. No more taking orders, no more accepting the egotistical bullshit that comes from a man who is extremely miserable (after 3 divorces I would be too, just saying) & definitely no more threats of termination for using 1 too many paper towels while dusting the showroom (which isn’t even in my job description, but I volunteer because he’s too cheap to hire a cleaning service). Yes! I know I sound a bit “Debbie Downer-ish” but seriously, this place has that effect on me.
Since I’ve got that off of my chest, I can begin to tell you more about my hopes of finding true happiness in being my own boss! Now when I say “be my own boss” I don’t mean I literally want to open a shop, hire employees & boss them around, no. I simply want to do something I enjoy & not have to worry about getting approval or a final say. I look at the media & I see so many people living out their dreams of becoming actors, entertainers, authors, reality TV stars & I say to myself “Carmen, you’re not doing enough”. After reading an article on Forbes.com I discovered 4 main keys to finding my life’s passion (which I’ll share with you, of course!)
The 4 main keys are as follows:
- When you know it’s not working, quit fast
- Follow your curiosity
- Don’t make money your primary consideration
- Don’t set an artificial ceiling for yourself
I can’t tell you that applying these 4 keys to your life will be easy, but I will say it is worth a try. I’m only beginning & I am actually pretty excited!
(You can read the full article referenced in my blog by following the link below)
If you didn’t receive some sort of magical affirmation from reading my post, my apologies! BUT, I will leave you with this…Do what makes you happy, take risks & dream big!!
Until next time,
WC.
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