I have been working on the Internet 4 years now and it really is no different than talking to people offline and listen to them talk about getting into a business and quitting their job.  Unfortunately, most are just talkers and you’ll find them trying to build an Internet business and Network Marketing businesses.  In reality, most are just waiting for success and money to be delivered to them on a silver tray – like they don’t really have to work for it!

What’s an Entrepreneur?

Do you know there are 33 daily searches on “how to become an entrepreneur?” 

I have built several offline and online businesses and I have done in-house consulting for large and small corporations. I think this qualifies me to say I am an entrepreneur – I love to build. And if you’re also an entrepreneur, I know you understand when I say we love to build…we have a vision; we eat, sleep and breath to see that vision turn into the reality we KNOW it will be.

I’m willing to put my personal life on hold if needed; that means I can live without short-term satisfaction until my long-term goal is achieved. Can you honestly say that you can and will do the same? Because frankly, if you cannot – then you are not an entrepreneur; you are not a business builder and you better keep your j-o-b.

Some will say, “Whoa Gail – those are harsh words!”

BUT IT’S ABSOLUTELY TRUE – so what’s the fuss?

Expect to Work Hard

If you’re looking at quitting your job or building a business through “rose colored glasses” you need to WAKE UP and see the truth.

It doesn’t matter if you’re building an offline business, an online business or a network marketing business, it’s not easy.  Suck it up – hear it – believe it – and most certainly, FEEL it.

For all of you who still believe the hype and expect an eBook, a system or a program to do all the work for you…deliver success and money TO you…you deserve what you get. Have the guts to expect it to be hard (because it usually is!) and you won’t be disappointed when it actually is. And who knows, you might get lucky and be pleasantly surprised when it turns out a little easier than you thought it would be!

It may be that you have to work hard for 90 days and then it gets easier; but in reality, it may take 2 years before it gets easier!

Internet Business or Network Marketing Business?

There are some people who think it’s a better choice to build an Internet business than a Network Marketing business. I can certainly understand their reasons – after all, I have an Internet business. But I also do Network Marketing and I’m sure you wonder why!

It’s really very simple – I very carefully chose the right opportunity for me to build long-term, recurring income.   That’s the first requirement when selecting a business opportunity.  You need to make sure you can do whatever is required to make it work.

If you’re a first-time business builder, network marketing may be easier for you to work and succeed in, especially if you have a j-o-b.  The reason I say this is because all you have to do is follow the plan.  They usually tell you how to work the business which is important if you have never managed your own time or other people.  Look at MLM as a training program and if you are successful, you can transfer your new skills to any business venture.

Be aware that Network Marketing has evolved in recent years and the old way of working the business offline is much slower and time-consuming than marketing online.  Since you don’t have a retail outlet and you don’t have employees, it’s all about marketing.  If you don’t have these skills, add it to your “to do” list because you’ll need it.

If you are an experienced business builder, maybe you want to concentrate on Internet Marketing alone and not even consider Network Marketing.  From my experience, you can do both.  If you don’t have a computer or a software background, you’ll need extra cash for all the “how to” information you’ll need.

If you’re going to market on the Internet, you’ll want to start making money now until your MLM kicks in.  Building your downline takes time and the money follows – it’s not instant.  And to do that, you still need access to products and marketing skills.

Most People CAN Afford to Quit!

Getting started in an Internet or Network Marketing business both have low startup costs as opposed to a franchise or a brick and mortar business which require an enormous investment.  Most people find they can easily forfeit their investment because they can afford to.  Do you think people who invest a large amount in their business can afford to do the same?

When you invest real money in a business, you have to do a business plan, a marketing plan and try and figure out a return on your investment (ROI).  Many people fail to do that when their initial investment is less than $100.  And that’s exactly why they fail!

Are You a Winner – Can You Achieve Success?

So what does The Donald have to do with all this?  He’s a man of action – someone who gets things done; he doesn’t wait for someone else to do it and he isn’t afraid of hard work.  And that’s what you should remember when you decide to start a business or get into a Network Marketing opportunity.

• Don’t even start if you’re not in it for the long haul
• Invest in tools to make your job easier
• Educate yourself for the business you select
• Find successful people to follow
• Never give up!