Coming from a background of raising children and teaching (now part retired and single - I do some tutoring, have written a book which did not get marketed), my skills are pretty much those of helping and serving others. However, I have a huge block against doing marketing. I can write cover letters and resumes, but absolutely do not want Facebook or other social media and am not very proficient on the computer. I think you left out that - computer and social media participation, whether or not one finds them safe or desirable, are essential, and much of the business time is spent on self marketing. I have trouble with the marketing part. Yes, I can serve others, even without a "job", but truly believe that much of service is not to exclude those who cannot pay and that money cannot be the main issue (even though it is very good to get it). The service comes first.
Yes, knowing how to sell is a crucial component to being an entrepreneur. But I don't think sales has to be creepy. It's just about having enthusiasm for what you do and sharing that enthusiasm with others.
Excellent message Glenn! I couldn't imagine working for a boss ever again after leaving Corporate in 2016 🤗 While it has it's hard learning curves, the time freedom makes it all worth it!
We are in a time of service for others that also completely fulfills our soul
Coming from a background of raising children and teaching (now part retired and single - I do some tutoring, have written a book which did not get marketed), my skills are pretty much those of helping and serving others. However, I have a huge block against doing marketing. I can write cover letters and resumes, but absolutely do not want Facebook or other social media and am not very proficient on the computer. I think you left out that - computer and social media participation, whether or not one finds them safe or desirable, are essential, and much of the business time is spent on self marketing. I have trouble with the marketing part. Yes, I can serve others, even without a "job", but truly believe that much of service is not to exclude those who cannot pay and that money cannot be the main issue (even though it is very good to get it). The service comes first.
Yes, knowing how to sell is a crucial component to being an entrepreneur. But I don't think sales has to be creepy. It's just about having enthusiasm for what you do and sharing that enthusiasm with others.
Excellent message Glenn! I couldn't imagine working for a boss ever again after leaving Corporate in 2016 🤗 While it has it's hard learning curves, the time freedom makes it all worth it!
We are in a time of service for others that also completely fulfills our soul
Christine Cardoza
www.oasisofhealingspa.com
Waterloo, Ontario
Thanks Christine! Freedom!