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Well, Which Type of Person Are You?

Guest post by: C.J Lauria

Article Overview: It seems that, despite the economy, there are a lot of happy entrepreneurs out there. Recently Citibank surveyed small-business owners across California. Would you believe 81% of these say they enjoy running their own business, and 78% said they would start their own business again even if they knew what they know now about the challenges they would face. In fact, 60% say they recommend entrepreneurship as a career to their children.

Well, Which Type of Person Are You?

In the news recently, I read that an increasing number of people are severely grinding their teeth to the point of breaking them. This has been blamed on the increased stress from plunging property values and rising unemployment. Lisa Valencia, from Enhanced Dental Concepts in California tells us: “We’re seeing a high rate of stress from the bad economy;” and added: “A lot of patients need night guards. One patient ground so much, he broke a tooth and needed an implant. We also see a lot of fractured teeth.”

We can certainly allow the economy, with all its’ negative press, to cause us further distress. But is it worth it? Yes, it is tough out there. However, you may be surprised at some of the following statistics that I’d like to share with you.

It seems that, despite the economy, there are a lot of happy entrepreneurs out there. Recently Citibank surveyed small-business owners across California. Would you believe 81% of these say they enjoy running their own business, and 78% said they would start their own business again even if they knew what they know now about the challenges they would face. In fact, 60% say they recommend entrepreneurship as a career to their children.

What does all this actually tell us? It is our decision how we choose to handle this recession. The first step is within, ourselves. We must resolve to pursue our well-planned goals unwaveringly and not let the evening news dictate our emotions. I have repeatedly advocated personal development before ever launching a new business. Whether real estate investing or waiting tables, it is ALWAYS how we view and frame our circumstances that shape the outcome. Believe it or not, now is a great time to start a home-based real estate investment business.

As Founder of the nation’s leading real estate mentor network, I firmly believe that personal growth must precede professional growth. A positive viewpoint and spirit is a great asset. Don’t let the stress get to you. Before infusing the first dollar of capital into your new business, learn the power of positive thought and join the many happy entrepreneurs who admittedly confess they would do it over again!

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