So, I am thinking about starting my own business. I know everyone has those lofty dreams. But, it starts from somewhere like the time I decided to run a half marathon, finish a triathlon, or finally take more art classes. It starts with a small voice in your head and heart, and it usually doesn't go away until the dream comes into fruition.
I am not really sure how or where to start. Well, that's not all entirely true. I worked for a couple small businesses and a nonprofit consulting firm for entrepreneurs. I have also been hearing these ideas of working for myself and mixed in with the ideas of space and time and work/life/balance. I don't think my life will get any easier, but I suppose it would be an interesting venture.
I just started graduate school, and a lot of people keep asking me what the heck do I suppose I will do with the degree once I'm done. And, to be honest I am not really sure... But, the option of working for myself does sound alluring... More research must be done.
I titled this entry "the seed" because of Lynne Franks' "The Seed Handbook." SEED stands for Sustainable Enterprise and Empowerment Dynamics. She speaks in a bold and compassionate way, and her enthusiasm is very inspiring. If I am really going to put myself out there, there is a whole lot of sh*t I am gonna have to clean up about myself: clutter, distractions, my fiscal responsibilities and negative messages from me and the people I surround myself with for the next few years. But, it all starts with a desire in your heart -- a desire that God has planted. Gently pushing our edges without self-criticism, slowly and with confidence learning what God wants for us, and finding that intersect of happiness (where your soul and God's intentions meet).
So, who knows... where this adventure will take me, but I figure... may as well. Today is as good as any.
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