If you are fed up with your job and working hard to line someone elses pocket, you could be looking for suitable distributorship opportunities to help you get out of the rat race and on the road to working for yourself. Read this for some valuable advice.
You are probably reading this article right now because you have been on the internet searching for distributorship opportunities. Your search has probably confirmed there are many options including small business ventures, direct sales, network marketing etc.
What Are You Looking For?
Do you know what you are really searching for? Are you really looking specifically for distributorship opportunities or are you one of the thousands of people out there looking for the opportunity to be at home with the family with no commute and no boss and the chance to build an extraordinary lifestyle?
The two things you need to think about when making your decision are these:
1. Why do less than 5% of people who want to escape the rat race, actually take the plunge and do so?
2. Why do 97% of the people who do take that step, fail miserably and wind up penniless and more miserable than they ever were before?
False Evidence Appearing Real - FEAR
The answer to the first question is FEAR - fear of failure, fear of getting outside their comfort zone, fear of stepping into the unknown, fear of being totally responsible for their family's financial future and most of all fear of change. The late great legend Jim Rohn said "For things to change, you have to change".
Treat It Like a Business and Make Business Income But Treat it Like a Hobby.......?
In answer to question 2 - there are a number of answers. People do not conduct research into the various options and end up choosing one which is not suitable or one which sadly turns out to be a scam - do your research! People are under the impression it's easy and money will flow with very little work - it won't! People fail to give their flexible work from home business some 'Job Status' - you treat it like a hobby and wonder why you earn hobby money. Give it some job status and treat it like a proper business.
Is Your Why Big Enough?
But here are the 2 biggest reasons why people fail - firstly they don't have a big enough WHY!! Ask yourself, what are your reasons for wanting to work from home and start your own business? Whatever the answer is to that question, isit a big enough pull to drive you on in times of adversity Wanting a better car or bigger home are rarely reason enough on their own - your Ford Fiesta will always get you from A to B just as well as the Aston Martin DB9, your cosy ground floor flat is lovely really, you don't need that city apartment with panoramic views, etc. You need an emotional goal - to provide for your family, to create a secure future for your children, to help others to improve their lives, for example, goals that are in line with your core values and beliefs. There is nothing more rewarding than creating happiness in other peoples' lives.
Educate Yourself For Success
The second big reason that people fail is that they don't have the knowledge, education or mindset to succeed and don't know where to get it. Jim Rohn said, "You need to work harder on yourself than you do on your business." Always remember, YOU are your business, if you're not right in terms of health and mindset then your business won't be either. There are many thousands of books, audio and DVD materials out there to not only help you improve in these areas but also to teach you the many skills of running your own business. You need to make sure you are learning from the right people though - those who are successful, who have walked the talk and who genuinely want to see you succeed. Become part of a network of successful entrepreneurs, a family who will share their successes and provide the help and support you need. You do not want to feel isolated, you want to feel you are part of a team even though your team members may be scattered around the world.
So whether you are looking specifically for distributorship opportunities or just a genuine opportunity to improve your life and the lives of others, remember - do your research, know your WHY and learn from the best. In addition, if you have the commitment and a real desire to succeed then the world is your oyster.
With over 8 years experience of running a home business, Ian Goulding wrote this article to help all those looking their own home businesses such as distributorship opportunities to make the right choice. Find out more about Ian & his wife Karen as they share their experiences as home based internet entrepreneurs making money from home and their advice on looking for the right distributorship opportunities here.
