AttractAnything! (The Blog)

I have to admit it: I LOVE my job.

Creating a network of online businesses was probably the smartest thing I ever did (and I’m still in the process of expanding). And even though there are a lot of gloomy opinions about the state of the economy right now, online businesses have continued to do well. In fact, if you’ve ever considered creating an Internet-based biz, right now is an excellent time to start. Why? Simple, many people are so caught up in the rat race and media nay-saying that they are AFRAID to try anything new right now. But those who dare, win. There is less competition online when the “pack” gets nervous and sits on the sidelines. Those who act with faith and an unflappable confidence will have a huge advantage.

Oh, so back to loving my job. What exactly is there to love about my businesses. I’ll just spell out 5 reasons why I love what I do:

1. I work when I want and how I want. I am the boss, so if I feel like leaving at 2PM to hang out on the beach, go kayaking or hiking, that’s EXACTLY what I do. =)

2. Online businesses are mobile–I can work from anywhere. In August I went hiking in Norway and stayed in Europe nearly a month. Did business come to a grinding halt? Nope. Online businesses can be managed, updated and even expanded from anywhere on the planet with an internet connection (which is basically everywhere these days). This gives me an enormous amount of freedom to live as I choose, and WHERE I choose. To me, THAT is real wealth!

3. A web business allows you to use your creativity and every day is different. Have you ever had a crap job, stuck in a grey cubicle all day, performing mindlessly repetitive tasks? Well I have, and I can assure you it was a soul-crushing way to live. Yes you make some cash; but what do you give up? A LOT! Freedom, for one thing. Being able to use your creativity is important to us all. Without it, we become grey and lifeless–we lose interest in life, new things and even our own capabilities.

4. Variety: web businesses change and roll with the times. You never get stuck doing the same thing on an endless loop. You can have an infinite number of websites, dealing with an infinite number of topics. And you can CHOOSE what is interesting to you, and play to your strengths.

5. Web businesses can be started relatively cheaply, especially when compared to their “brick and mortar” counterparts. This means that even if you have an off-the-wall idea for a site, you can still go for it and see how it turns out (you never know). Because start-up costs are reasonable, you’re not going to lose the farm if it doesn’t catch on. The potential downside is not so bad, while the potential upside is incredible.

Now for the downside: er…there isn’t one ! Just kidding–all businesses have downsides, and being a webpreneur is no different.

For one, there is a learning curve involved in doing business online. It is important to get a mentor to guide you through the mind field in the beginning. It will save you lots of late night head scratching and frustration.

Another potential downside is that most web entrepreneurs work solo. If they do have employees, they are usually out-sourced, so you’re not working in close contact with others on a day-to-day basis. Because of this, it is important to maintain social connections, and get out of the office often. Fortunately, the nature of the biz allows you to work from anywhere, so with a little effort, you can keep your social life hoppin’ and still grow a very protible business.

Other than that…nope. I can’t think of anything.

So, is Being a web entrepreneur a good way to attract wealth? You better believe it!

With gratitude,
Jon

www.attractanything.com

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