Have You Often Thought of Owning Your Own Business?

Do you have an entrepreneurial dream? Many people think of being an entrepreneur but dismiss the thought for one reason or another. If owning a business has been your dream perhaps now is the time to seriously consider self-employment; in today's job market, it can be an attractive option. Career and job research indicates there are fewer jobs being created or available in major corporations and the majority of new jobs will be in medium or small companies, including privately owned small businesses.

But before you make a decision about owning a business, it is wise to do some reasearch - just as you should before making any career decision. Not only should you research the type of enterprise you are interested in and how you could enter and compete in that industry, you need to determine if you have the characteristics, traits, and skills needed to handle running a small business. You also need to look realistically at your financial situation. Most new ventures need time to begin to generate more income than expenses.

Many people decide to start their enterprise while they are employed, full or part time, which allows them some time to grow the business before they are dependent on the income from the business. Most new ventures need time before they realize true profits. Other people develop a business from a hobby and stay with it as a means of adding satisfaction to their lives.

If you are interested in learning more about running a small business you may want to look for classes or seminars that would give you information and suggestions about being an entrepreneur. There are other resources available throughout the community for those who are thinking of becoming a business owner; including the Small Business Development Center and the Service Corps Of Retired Executives.


Mary Ann Davis, M.A. is a Licensed Professional Counselor in private practice; providing coaching and counseling for life's transitions; including career change or job search, as well as loss of job, retirement planning, grief work, and other life planning issues. She is certified as a Master Career Counselor by the National Career Development Association; recognized as a Life/Work Counselor by the National Employment Counseling Association; and is certified as a Distance Credentialed Counselor.

Check out her web site at http://www.YourCareerPlan.com. To contact Ms. Davis, please call (513) 665-4444 x3 and leave a personal and confidential voice message or send an email to YourCareerPlan@cinci.rr.com.