Article: "Be Your Own Boss"

Many of us hear and read these words on a regular basis. Maybe this phrase brings to mind dollar signs and bathrobes. Or do you dream of being out from under the iron rule of a demanding employer? Yes, sleep in, do what YOU want to do, stop working so hard! It seems like a worn out phrase, almost a cliche'. But have we really thought about the meaning of "Be Your Own Boss?"

The reality of this idea hit me in the middle of last week. The phrase means exactly what it says. We have to be our own boss, tell our selves what to do. What business is successful unless there are some requirements and goals to accomplish. There must be standards and certain tasks on a daily basis! If you were at a work away from home job, you would definitely have a routine! Your particular job would have certain requirements in order to make that company successful.

So, that means sitting down and writing out a list of goals for yourself. First of all, what are you trying to accomplish and what activities will make that happen? How much of each ingredient do I need to get the job done?

Then, write out a reasonable routine for yourself. Write down what you are capable of doing in the time that you have. If you expect too much you will set yourself up for failure. Just take baby steps. Practice on a daily basis. Make changes and improvements as you need to. You can be flexible, but by all means, do what works consistently! Do not give up because you blow one or two days. Get back up and go again.

If you will take the time to establish routines for your business and homelife, you will find that you accomplish more, are less stressed, and have more free time to play or take on another project you always wished you had time for!