When my wife and I decided to invest into a home based Internet business, I knew I would have to learn how to use my time wisely. I have been with my company as a Utility Inspector which is part of the engineering department in the Communications Industry for almost 15 years.
Once you start a home based Internet business, the excitement is overwhelming and put all of your energy into your new business.
Right?
A word of major advice, do not think you can just quit your job.
You need that while you’re building up your Internet business. It is very important to keep that flow of income from your job coming in until your home Internet business income overtakes your job income.
You have to remember that 97% of people in this Industry do not even make it
And…THAT IS A FACT.
Right now, that job is keeping you and your family afloat while you grow your business, and remember, you need to keep things balanced.
Since you’ve chosen to start your own network marketing business, you’re obviously aware that it involves a lot of work. And you’ve probably already seen that there is huge potential for making money with an Internet business and you’re very excited and energized to get going! You want to do everything you can to transform your growing downline into an established, profit-filled business.
Great, but hold on to your hat!
It’s wise to grow your home based Internet business to the point where it is well-established and a VERY strong money-maker before you let go of that old job. If you can be patient and work hard to get your reputation built up while growing a solid downline, you’ll be in a much better position when you finally do fire your boss.
Try to think very logically and take all the necessary steps, so that when you quit things will go smoothly. Your home business career is about making your life more comfortable and successful, it’s not about making your family worry about where their next meal is coming from!
In the meantime, when you’re at your regular job, you need to be fully there. Right now, that’s your main source of income. Don’t spend your time on the job obsessing over your business. Spend your time on the job focusing on doing your best at it.
Why?
As a professional in any area, one thing you always must do is treat any job or other aspect of your life with respect by putting your best effort into it.
Likewise, when you’re working on your new business, put yourself fully into it. Don’t worry about the things you have to do when you return to your job. Don’t give your job a thought.
You are running your business. Now is the time to do the things you’ve learned to grow your business – building lists, gathering leads, writing articles, recording videos, communicating with downline members, furthering your own training and helping others learn from you and others that are experienced.
It’s a balancing act, just like everything else in life. I know that the desire and temptation to quit your job is there. We all experience it and everyone is eager to be able to spend all their time working their business.
While you’re moving through this transition period, do your best to schedule time in every day to work on your MLM business – a couple hours each day and then more on the weekend if possible. Yes, this is a lot of work, but if you don’t grow your business you’ll never be able to quit your job.
Consider this too: you may want to save up some extra money to help you move through the actual time that you quit your job and start spending your time solely on your business. This is an especially good idea if you have a family to help support.
This is a tough period, I understand that. You’re anxious to make the move. You’re essentially working two jobs and you’re also trying to spend time with family and friends. Do all that you can to prioritize and organize your life. Use good time management practices.
Take this time to prepare thoroughly for when you’re working for yourself so that you can make the experience a completely rewarding one. This involves being a good planner and being patient. Focus on doing your very best at what you’re doing right now.
And plan ahead.
Learn all the ins and outs of network marketing right now and brand yourself as an expert and a leader. That way, when the time comes to quit your job, you will be ready to run your business and leave your mark.
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Hi Tommy,
Excellent advice here that should be taken to heart by those who hold full-time jobs and run a home business on the side/
I was fortunate in that I received the boot – or was let go – from good old Maher Terminals so I was able to engage in my network marketing opportunity full time right off of the bat. I devoted virtually all of my time and energy to growing my ventures and myself through personal development. Of course there were some harrowing financial situations along the way but I have an appetite for risk/opportunity and am not supporting a family so I had some leeway in that are.
I was trading seriously in stocks and forex while employed full time and realized it was essential to devote your mind exclusively to each duty when engaged in that duty. Unless fully committed to your duties it’s easy to put in a sub-par effort which carries over to all areas of your life.
Ryan Biddulph
Ryan Biddulph´s last blog ..What Is Abundance
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 13th, 2010 at 10:46 pm
Hi Ryan,
Thank you. I am glad you enjoyed the information.
I am glad you were able to take the opportunity
to really get your business going. I already had
the wife and kids. That did not stop us and we
are working our way up.
Have a great day!
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I have no idea how you do it, Tommy – family, job, thriving business.
You are definitely right when you said that whatever you are doing at the moment, give it all your heart without worrying about other tasks – great efficiency (and sounds mind:) tip.
Ana Hoffman
Ana | Traffic Generation Cafe´s last blog ..How Blogging Can Increase Your Lead Generation by 67
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 13th, 2010 at 10:52 pm
Hi Ana,
Honestly, I sometimes can’t figure it out for myself.
It is tough and really decided during vacation to cut some of hours back from
my business. I realized I do waste some hours and really had to look things over.
Glad you enjoyed it Ana.
And as always it’s a pleasure having you by and commenting
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Hey Tommy
Right now I am balancing. This week the day job is taking most of my focus.
It is tough to balance a full time job and a home business. However you are right, the day job pays the bills and sometimes that has to be the priority.
I would have loved to go to Vegas this past weekend to attend an event, but the day job called.
Peter Fuller MBA´s last blog ..Support my entry to the Famousbloggers ComLuv contest
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 13th, 2010 at 10:57 pm
Hey Peter,
I have to balance everyday. It is tough and I really would like to solely rely on my business
but for now it is a juggling act.
Vegas would of been cool but I am on vacation and could not take my family time
away.
Have a great day Peter!
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Tommy,
I have so much respect for the fact that your really taking on this challenge and doing well and not making excuses. Your juggling family, work and your business and with the quality of things I see your fully engaged wherever you turn. I can’t wait until we read the post that celebrates you going full time.
Steve Shoemaker
Steve Shoemaker´s last blog ..Social Marketing Strategies And How
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 15th, 2010 at 7:51 am
Steve
Thanks for the vote of confidence. I also can’t
wait to take this to full-time, it is my ultimate
goal.
Have a great day Steve!
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Tommy,
Great read. So many people struggle with the balancing act. I believe because most people are so miserable on the full-time Just Over Broke positions that they get so anxious about getting out of the rat race. But you make some very valuable points in your post. I’ve been blessed to be in this business full-time since April 2010 so I’ve seen some good days and bad days. So your points are well received. Thanks.
Anthony
Anthony´s last blog ..How To Bulldoze MLM Objections Using These Objection Handling Tips
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 15th, 2010 at 7:53 am
Hi Anthony,
Congratulations on being able to do your business full-time.
Everyone has their ups and downs, it’s how you respond to
the downs and how you take advantage of the ups that
really help push you to the top.
Thanks for sharing and have a great day!
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Juggling your family, friends, job, and business is a great challenge and I do commend those that development the mindset to do it and maintain it.
When you have all of this in the your the best thing to do is to set up a schedule as you mentioned. This really helps keeps your balance so that you can be successful in all areas in your life.
Great Post Tommy!!
Sherman
Sherman Smith´s last blog ..THE PSEUDO-SUCCESS STORIES…BEWARE!!!
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 15th, 2010 at 7:54 am
Sherman,
My schedule is key to everything I do. Without it I am
lost and many times I was not prepared and it is like
losing a day.
I am glad you enjoyed the post.
Have a great day!
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Hi Tommy,
Excellent article about not jumping the gun and quitting your day job before it is actually time. You did an excellent job laying the truth on the line with all of the hype out there. Kudos to you!
It takes time to build a business and business ebbs and flows. It must be strong before you can ditch the day job!
Have an awesome day!
Twila
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 15th, 2010 at 7:56 am
Twila,
People sometimes get the idea of that it is easy to build and that is
what hurts them. Build it with time and effort and when it is really
going well then you can ditch it.
Thanks forr stopping by and adding value.
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Hi Tommy,
It does take proper planning. When we are aware of what we’re getting into, and develop good plans, we’ll experience a lot less disappointment.
Nice post on the topic!
Susanna
Susanna Hess´s last blog ..“Network Marketer- Leave Me Alone-” – How To Avoid The Prospect Slap
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 15th, 2010 at 7:58 am
Susanna,
Planning is what makes us successful. The less disappointment, the
better.
Our ideas and intentions are always good but with proper planning to
develop these ideas and then putting them into action can only
help our chances.
Have a great day Susanna!
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Hey Tommy,
For those who are running their home business, along with a job, it’s very important to have a balance.
Also, it’s about great in everything you do. You’re ever to be expected to be great in your home business, then you need to be great right now.
This is some excellent advice.
Have a great day,
Jerome Ratliff
Jerome Ratliff´s last blog ..Making Prospecting Your Greatest Asset
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 16th, 2010 at 4:44 pm
Jerome,
Balance is key!
Especially if you throw in a wife and kids. This makes it difficult
but with the right mind set, you can do anything.
I just came back from vacation and it really helped me to think
about things and make some necessary changes that will
help me rise to the top.
As ways Jerome, it’s a pleasure to have you stop by!
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Hi Tommy,
Something that I can really relate to. I’ve been fighting very hard to do this balancing act for the last couple of months and at times it can be really challenging.
I like quoting Kiyosaki and the one line of his that come to my mind is as follows.
Work very hard at your job by thinking that you’re creating captial for your business.
Cheers
Tanzz Mohd
Tanzz Mohd´s last blog ..Marketing Lessons From The World Cup
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Tommy DiPietro Reply:
July 20th, 2010 at 7:20 am
Hey Tanzz!
I like that quote!
I just keep on pushing and make sure you stay
focused and don’t lose site of everything that
is around you.
Thanks for stopping by my friend!
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