Recently I had the unique opportunity to reflect on being an entrepreneur. I had the option to go in another direction. I was given an out from the daily stresses, pains and headaches of owning your own business. But when push came to shove (and this is part of a larger, more complicated story) I didn't want to give up the helm. Because with the stress, pain and headaches comes the joy, freedom and pride that comes from doing it on your own.
I have spoken to a lot of people about entrepreneurship since we started IMA in 2004 and most of them say the same thing, "wow, I really respect that you went out on your own." I usually reply that I didn't know any better and that if they think it's for them they should do it as well. There are no hard and fast rules, no road maps to ensure success. You just have to try (and be willing to fail, which is OK). I realize this isn't for everyone but for those that have "it" inside them it is well worth the risk. And if you still think you might be crazy, or your spouse or family does, then take a look at this article. It's aptly titled, You Aren't Crazy, You're Just an Entrepreneur.
You can find it here
Jeff Conlon is the co-founder and CEO of IMA Interactive, an online agency located in the San Francisco Bay Area. IMA Interactive provides website design, online video production and search engine marketing services to a variety of industries both locally and nationally.
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Posted by: Alena | December 30, 2009 at 12:33 AM