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Aug 28, 2003 4:24 pm		re: New member - intro guidelines
Buzzy Gordon		Hi all, I have to confess that this Network is not big on members just introducing themselves and saying what they're doing, without providing some "cold, hard" advice or information, or kicking off a thread of thought-provoking discussion. We still prefer that the title in the subject line not just be in the "hi, I'm new here" style, but at least hint at the content of your message. That said, I was swayed by the theme of soul-searching that underlies Jim's post. If I can read into and summarize the gist of what he is saying, it personalizes what we have been talking about in the various formulas of success, as well as some of the goals for this group: 1. It is never too old to seize and follow your dream. Colonel Sanders was in his 60s when he started his franchie juggernaut. Your humble servant is in his 50s. 2. Find a niche, and if it is your passion, follow it. Of course, do your market research, and learn sales techniques, if you want it to be a profitable business rather than a hobby that just occasionally happens to bring in money. 3. Don't move too fast, even if you think you are getting a late start. Better safe than sorry. On the other hand, do not be afraid of making a mistake, or be deterred by a temporary setback. The road is not easy, but it can be exciting and fun. 4. Find a network of like-minded people -- like this one -- and explain your situation and experience. Say what you think you have learned so far, and ask for help. You will learn even more from the answers -- and so will we all! Good luck! Carpe diem -- after 40, each day we have is that much more precious with which to fill with hope and action! > Jim Euritt wrote: > Just wanted to say Hi to everyone. And thanks Hans for inviting me. > >I am not necessarily young by some standards I am 42 years old. To othes I may still be thought of that way. > >I can claim and people who know me will verify this. I AM young at heart of mind and generally have the energy and drive of a 20 year old. > >At one time I thought all this was because I would need it, that my life was destined to end with me being 105 and keeling over at my job sweeping the parking lot of cigarette butts for McDonalds so I could finally pay off all my debts. > >I recently just started my own business Presents4Pets and everything makes sense. I was given these traits to make what I believe in work. > >I know I have a great idea, I have a niche and I know I can make it work. I don't expect quick success nor do I believe I will become the next Sam Walton. > >I do feel I will succeed at this and make it work because I love what I do. I am only impatient in the area that it become successful enough I can devote ALL my time to making it work and not have to work at my "other" job to make ends meet until it dos take off. > >All my reading, learning and trying and failing at other things has honed my abilities down to where I will make fewer mistakes and run into less dead ends. > >Alot of people will say I started this the wrong way. No money, just a great idea and just a vague business plan. But things were not going o get any better for me and so I just took the plunge. > >Because I did not look at this as my saving grace but as an eventual way to be a means to the end. Self-employed and wilderness guide to my own destiny. > >I have one goal I wish to meet and am striving towards, and that is by the end of May 2004 I want to be working full-time at this. And it IS possible. > >Sept.1st I am moving into a cheaper lease and this will free up money to be put into the business. Our new place is HUGE and we have plenty of space now for running the business, having a room for our products, and a room for creating our baskets. > >We are getting a PO Box for the business and are starting up a merchant services account so we can take credit cards and checks on our website. We are also working on a new website that will have more to offer, complete pics and descripions of all our products and some new ones. Some interactive pages for people to post messages and post pics of their pets and we will begin a monthly e-zine. > >We have been taking this slow, bu I feel we are just on the edge of the dam and it is about to burst. We have gotten nothing but positive feedback and after we take the final steps I lsted above, I think the dam will break and the orders will begin to come in. > >Do I feel I am wishful thinking? No. I feel it not only in my bones but in my mind and by responses I have gotten from my contest. Christmas will be bringing in alot of orders and that is just the beginning... > >Sorry for the long post but I couldn't help myself! :) > >Jim >Presents4Pets Private Reply to Buzzy Gordon (new win)

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