I’m going to share a very personal story. My sister-in-law (who was a devoted entrepreneur herself) was recently killed in an automobile accident – clearly a tragic event that has changed me forever. As part of the healing process I’d like to share with you some of the valuable lessons I’m learning as both as a business owner and as a human being.

Being self employed, in my case as a micro business owner, can be one of the greatest freedoms imaginable. It’s why many of us start businesses. We determine our own schedules, make rules that suit our lifestyle and passions, generate revenue from our own efforts, and most importantly, are the creators of our own future. That is, until life happens – suddenly, the unimaginable happens and it all comes to a screeching halt and the flip side of being a micro business owner becomes painfully obvious.

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“Everything is always impossible before it works. That is what entrepreneurs are all about – doing what people have told them is impossible.” Hunt Green, Venture Capitalist

“It will never work,” Rick told Bill after seeing his unique body care product line. “How do you expect to be successful in the shadow of the other companies making similar products?” he asked.

Janet gently inquired of her friend, “Jonathan, an electronic device, no bigger than a business card that stores 1000 songs on it – I don’t think so…”

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It’s been said that behind every successful entrepreneur is a passion – a passion to create, a passion to express, a passion to fulfill a dream. Do you know your passion? If so, good for you, If you don’t, I’ll bet my question generates a sinking feeling in your gut – like you’re missing out on some luscious gift every other entrepreneur experiences – but you.

Fear not, I’ll tell you a story about a woman who couldn’t find her passion either. Doreen wanted to start her own business. She longed to be self-employed and independent. She loved the idea of building something of value from the ground up. She was convinced that she could use her vast network of connections to thrive in the business community – yet Doreen worried she’d never know what type of business she felt passionate enough to start. Nothing was clicking for her.

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As a life and business coach I have the privilege of working with groups of entrepreneurs as well as individuals to help them reach their business goals and potential. I’m about to launch year two of a business development program created by a local business incubator I’ve been hired by. It’s my auspicious task to select the five – up and coming, most promising entrepreneurs (out of about 20 applicants) who will be offered the opportunity to participate in this business growth and life changing program.

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