Start Your Own Businesses Ladies
When I first realized that divorce was imminent in my
relationship, my first thought was, "What on earth am I going to
do for money?" I'm the first to admit that I make a terrible
employee. Up to that time, as a stay-at-home-mom, I'd been
making my own schedule, making all of the rules with regard to
when, where, why and how I was going to do what needed to be
done.
Against my better judgement, I entered the job search jungle,
and hated it. I got a job, and quit after 3 months. When I
thought about it, getting a job was taking the easy way out.
Starting my own business would not only be much more difficult,
but it would ultimately be more rewarding.
I had been trained to design clothing (back when Fred Flintstone
was a kid), and had an obsession with fashion...handbags in
particular. So, I knew my way around a yard of fabric and a pair
of scissors. I also had an ongoing complaint with regard to what
was then available in the marketplace with regard to unique,
affordable handbags. I thought about starting my own business.
I originally had my doubts as to just whether or not I could do
this thing on my own. I had fear. But I wasn't afraid of
failing. If I failed, what would change? My life would stay the
same. I knew how to do "same". But if I succeeded, things would
change. It was change that scared me. I nearly let that fear
scare me out of starting my business. If that had happened, I
would be financially reliant on what scraps my ex would dole out
for the next who knows how long, and THAT was not an option.
So I started my business. First, I made cute little handbags for
my daughters, who wore those bags to school. That led to handbag
requests from their friends, who asked for my creations as
birthday presents. That grew to stores and boutiques carrying my
product. Twenty three to be exact. I loved it! This independence
was incredible. I was (and am) in heaven! My ex would come over
to pick up the kids, and when we opened the front door, the kids
would say, "Welcome to our shipping department." I had so many
orders, I didn't know what to do with myself.
I've since expanded my business to include jewelry besides
handbags. I have my own web business, and I'm the boss! I do
what I want, when I want, and how I want to. Nobody tells me
what I can and cannot do. When I get coffee, I get it for
myself...no one else.
Be the boss ladies. Don't you dare allow divorce hamper your
desire or ability to succeed on your own. Use it to fuel your
desire for financial independence.
Martinis for Everyone!
Debbie Burgin.
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