A Little Background:
For those that don't really know me (which is pretty much everyone ) I am a painter for my mom's business and living in rural Saskatchewan, Canada. Life sucks. Not because I have it the worst, but because I didn't make conscious decisions to build the life I really wanted. I took advice from people that weren't really living the kinds of lives that I wanted for myself. And where did that bad/mediocre advice get me... here. After reading some other execution threads for inspiration I decided that the best way for me to actually make the necessary changes and take the necessary actions would be to have a thread myself. Trying to start a business alone in my current environment often lead me to action faking and doubt. So I'm doing an execution thread to help me stay on track and to hopefully help out other people who are just starting out or trying to start out.
I may get more detailed about my past or other aspects of my situations as this thread progresses. So if you have questions, advice or kind words feel free to contribute.
Current situation:
-Living in a rural area with horrible internet (I only have my phone hotspot, thank god unlimited data exists here.)
-Working for my mom's painting business, which I may one day take over. (She isn't keen on expanding/hiring more employees and getting it to a more fastlane level.)
-Helping a guy with his production studio. (I can't get into too many details, but I am working for free and hoping that this eventually gives me another source of income. However, as of late his actions make me question whether or not this will be worth my time.)
Desired situation:
-A business that really helps people and provides me with a nice income.
-Ability to move/travel anywhere, even if not at first
-More money, freedom and a sense of more control over my life
Additional hopes for this thread:
-This thread will help other's in a similar situation be inspired, motivated and take action.
-This will keep me accountable and focused.
-I will better connect and engage with this community.
Today's steps:
1. Make a List of 5 businesses
- Social Media Marketing and/or Web Design Agency
- Appliance Repair Technician Business
- Asbestos, Mold, Water/Fire Damage Restoration Business
- Pest Control Business
- Real Estate 3D Photography Business
2. Determine which business to go all in on. (I created a poll to see other users opinions, can't say for sure whether or not I'll go with what has the most votes.)
- Social Media Marketing and/or Web Design
3. Determine everything needed to get setup (the minimum viable service.)
- I will be operating the business under my legal name at first as it will minimize initial expenses. I will incorporate once I have some sales under me.
- I will follow through with the setup detailed in the @Sean Marshall thread here
For those that don't really know me (which is pretty much everyone ) I am a painter for my mom's business and living in rural Saskatchewan, Canada. Life sucks. Not because I have it the worst, but because I didn't make conscious decisions to build the life I really wanted. I took advice from people that weren't really living the kinds of lives that I wanted for myself. And where did that bad/mediocre advice get me... here. After reading some other execution threads for inspiration I decided that the best way for me to actually make the necessary changes and take the necessary actions would be to have a thread myself. Trying to start a business alone in my current environment often lead me to action faking and doubt. So I'm doing an execution thread to help me stay on track and to hopefully help out other people who are just starting out or trying to start out.
I may get more detailed about my past or other aspects of my situations as this thread progresses. So if you have questions, advice or kind words feel free to contribute.
Current situation:
-Living in a rural area with horrible internet (I only have my phone hotspot, thank god unlimited data exists here.)
-Working for my mom's painting business, which I may one day take over. (She isn't keen on expanding/hiring more employees and getting it to a more fastlane level.)
-Helping a guy with his production studio. (I can't get into too many details, but I am working for free and hoping that this eventually gives me another source of income. However, as of late his actions make me question whether or not this will be worth my time.)
Desired situation:
-A business that really helps people and provides me with a nice income.
-Ability to move/travel anywhere, even if not at first
-More money, freedom and a sense of more control over my life
Additional hopes for this thread:
-This thread will help other's in a similar situation be inspired, motivated and take action.
-This will keep me accountable and focused.
-I will better connect and engage with this community.
Today's steps:
1. Make a List of 5 businesses
- Social Media Marketing and/or Web Design Agency
- Appliance Repair Technician Business
- Asbestos, Mold, Water/Fire Damage Restoration Business
- Pest Control Business
- Real Estate 3D Photography Business
2. Determine which business to go all in on. (I created a poll to see other users opinions, can't say for sure whether or not I'll go with what has the most votes.)
- Social Media Marketing and/or Web Design
3. Determine everything needed to get setup (the minimum viable service.)
- I will be operating the business under my legal name at first as it will minimize initial expenses. I will incorporate once I have some sales under me.
- I will follow through with the setup detailed in the @Sean Marshall thread here
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