Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online?

daedalus1 · 06-27-2009, 05:46 PM

Hey warriors,

Unfortunately, I'm the kind of person that only really gets his ass in gear when there is a NEED.

What do you reckon, burn all my bridges and see whether I sink or swim?

Andy Hart · 06-27-2009, 05:55 PM

Many people will say not to quit and have "X" amount of money in your bank before you quit but ...

I'm like you I need something to push me in order to succeed, so I quit my job after only earning $800 in total online.

It worked for me and I'm now full time.

Do whats right for you and don't take silly uncalled for risks, the smart answer is don't quit until you have enough saved up to support you for "X" amount of months but that doesn't work for everyone.

Thanks
Andy

moneysoapbox · 06-27-2009, 05:58 PM

No no no no no. **** happens. You don't want to wind up in your parents' house on an allowance because you didn't succeed as quickly as you thought you would. If you need some sort of "need" sense, max your credit card on a plasma TV or something else that's ridiculous, but don't shoot yourself in the foot. Besides, you'll need the pennies that trickle in to buy certain things, like a web host.

You'll be able to quit your job when you're ready. For now, bite the bullet and do what you have to do.

wildfremd · 06-27-2009, 06:33 PM

hmmm that's a great question. there are a few things that of course you'll have to consider before you do it, IF you do it....

Is it just you relying on your job or do you have a family to support? If it was just you, the risks are a lot easier to take- and you don't have to suffer the consequences like a screaming wife or starving kid. then again. Tony Robbins did it though- so if you think you're as motivated as Tony...go for it!

Is quitting your job ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY to achieve the type of motivation you're seeking; do you honestly think that you're not strong-willed enough to do it without quitting your job, or are you just being lazy...not really disciplining yourself to go teh extra mile because you have the other job and all of the comforts that go along with it. The value of internet marketing is all on you. How important is it to you? Important enough that you can devote long hours, lots of revisions, lots of research and time if necessary? For some people it takes this.

Do you have the knowledge and skill to back up quitting your job? If you don't, and are not already making a decent amount of money with it- it probably would be unwise...but if you're dedicated enough...skilled enough...knowledgeable enough to make things happen...then they will.

Kay King · 06-27-2009, 08:50 PM

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burn all my bridges and see whether I sink or swim

How long can you hold your breath?

CDarklock · 06-27-2009, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by daedalus1

What do you reckon, burn all my bridges and see whether I sink or swim?

I did that two months ago. I don't know if I'd recommend it.

I'm sitting here with an eviction notice requiring response by the seventh, and my fingers are crossed that I can pull in $1,500 over the next week and a half. I pulled $75 yesterday and will be pulling another $150 today. If I can ramp that up just a little bit more, I'll hit the goal and not lose my house - but I'll inherit another $1500 problem immediately, since I'll receive another three-day pay rent or vacate notice the week after next.

So things really aren't easy over here. We've pulled out enough stops on reducing expenses that we're only about $1,000 a month away from sustainable income, but we've been that short for two months - so we're a bit behind, and need to pull in $3,000 over the rest of this month and the entirety of the next.

So I'm not swimming yet, but I'm a whole lot closer to it. Check with me end of next month, if I'm not homeless.

Paul M · 06-28-2009, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by daedalus1

Hey warriors,

Unfortunately, I'm the kind of person that only really gets his ass in gear when there is a NEED.

What do you reckon, burn all my bridges and see whether I sink or swim?

I would be tempted to say keep your job until you can support yourself
by whatever means you have in mind, but here's something to think about
instead.

Kay brings up a valid point. "How long can you hold your breath?"

Couple of questions come to my mind...

1. Do you think your in a position to stay a-float long enough to give
yourself a decent chance of succeeding? There are plenty of variables
to that question, but if you can only survive a couple of months without
your job, you should probably keep it for now.

2. Do you have a safety net for in the event things do go bottoms up?
Bare in mind that an overwhelming majority fail, that's not to put you off
or insinuate you'll fail, just trying to keep things realistic.

You need to assess the risk. If it's more likely taking this risk will send
you backwards, I think it would be better in the long run not to take the
risk, and progress slowly in your spare time.

Just my 2 cents.

-Paul

Craig.Michaels · 06-28-2009, 01:23 AM

I think Paul is spot-on with his response.

You need to make sure you have a safety-net, JUST in case something happens. You never know, things pop up and it's important to always be prepared.

So yeah, quit your job, if you saved up about 3 months worth of living expenses and a few extra thousands just in case.

Quitting your job will give you a load of free time and an internal motivator for you to succeed online, but you don't want to do anything reckless and stupid, so if you plan to go down this route, just make sure you can cover your bases.

ConcordeWarrior · 06-28-2009, 04:07 AM

Don't quit your job!

There are hundreds of thousands who are deprived of any employment all over the world.

Feel fortunate and privileged that you have a regular job.

You can do your IM on the side, not having to worry how much it will bring as you already have steady income.

Entropy4 · 06-28-2009, 08:06 AM

I did it, but I saved up a few months worth of income first (which I promptly burned through before becoming profitable).

It worked for me though. It was just impossible for me to put in more than 2-3 good hours of IM work holding a 9-5. Was time to sink or swim.

michellegreen · 06-28-2009, 08:06 AM

That all depends. I have just taken the leap from working full time to self employed, but I had a lot of things in my favour, including work booked for a couple of weeks in advance and beyond, a "Plan B" that would generate additional income if I needed, and over a month's income in savings to give me a buffer.

Who else is relying on you for income? If it's just you that's affected, then it's probably not going to be as disasterous as it would be if you had a family to support etc.

Regardless, how much of a "buffer" do you have? Will you last 1 week, 2 weeks, or 2 months or more?

What will you do when your buffer is gone if you've not made up that income?

As a coach, I'd suggest you write down ALL of the pros and cons for each of your options. Seeing it all on paper may help you to get clarity about your decision.

If you're asking the question, then I wonder if quitting right now would be the best thing?

hal1989 · 06-28-2009, 08:11 AM

Can we hear from people who have NOT quit their job and are still making money with internet marketing on the side? How do they do it? Where do they find the time? Do they have kids in sports etc..? Maybe someone can give all of us working stiffs some advice so we don't have to take such drastic action as quitting our jobs to succeed!

michellegreen · 06-28-2009, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by hal1989

Can we hear from people who have NOT quit their job and are still making money with internet marketing on the side? How do they do it? Where do they find the time? Do they have kids in sports etc..? Maybe someone can give all of us working stiffs some advice so we don't have to take such drastic action as quitting our jobs to succeed!

Until last Friday I was that person. I was a full time working mother of two children. I would get up at 5am, drop the kids off at 6.30, go to work until 4pm, get home at almost 6pm, sort the kids out (feed them, bath them etc) then wait until they went to bed then get to work on my IM stuff.

Yep it was hard - VERY hard in fact, but I knew I had to put in the hard work first so I could eventually quit my job and do what I do full time.

Over the last month or so I was finally able to get my income to where I wanted it to be (I also had to take leave from my job to clear my backlog of IM work!) so knew it was time.

dsanchez · 06-28-2009, 08:29 AM

I also think you should not quit your job right now. There are lots of people unemployed right now, don't take the chance.

Work on your IM stuff after work, or the weekends... there's always time to quit your job once you're prepared.

My two cents.

Dagmar

igorhelpsyousucceed · 06-28-2009, 11:25 AM

Only those who dare risk are able to rip the benefits and riches.

Daedalus, I say go for it!

That is exactly what I did, and I have no
regrets!

Igor

Andy Hart · 06-28-2009, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by igorhelpsyousucceed

Only those who dare risk are able to rip the benefits and riches.

Daedalus, I say go for it!

That is exactly what I did, and I have no
regrets!

Igor

I did the same and it worked for me but it all depends on who depends on his income for their quality of life.

It doesn't work for everybody and needs a huge amount of thought.

Andy

daedalus1 · 06-28-2009, 09:41 PM

Hmmm, thanks heaps for all your input guys, a lot of very valid points have been made.

I don't have a wife or kids to support, so I certainly won't be doing anything that would adversely affect the quality of life of anyone other than myself. (my girlfriend may notice a drop in my chivalry! :S)

Again, I really appreciate all the feedback, its great to hear some other people's experiences.

On balance, I will save up a few months income whilst trying to discipline myself into really giving IM 100%.

I have a feeling it will eventually come to me having to create a need though, drastic situations have always brought out the best in me...

Thanks guys, I'll be knuckling down for a while, all the best for your endeavours

EmmaJames · 06-28-2009, 10:36 PM

I didn't quit, but I got laid off...so I
decided not to look for another 9 to 5
and try being my own boss.

I can't imagine going back to work
for someone else.

It's been 6 months now and hard!
And some months were better than others.

But I wouldn't trade this expereince.

Now, I know how to get out there and
make money whereas before...I just had
to wait on my paycheck.

You just have to be prepared to work.

Bottom line...

actionplanbiz · 06-28-2009, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by daedalus1

Hey warriors,

Unfortunately, I'm the kind of person that only really gets his ass in gear when there is a NEED.

What do you reckon, burn all my bridges and see whether I sink or swim?

It is proven that we act more efficiently with short deadlines. we tend to rule out all the unnecessary steps to get things done and we are forced to focus on the bare essentials and most times achieve our goals with greater quailty.

i say go for it. you can always go find another job if it doesnt turn out like how you expected.

Loren Woirhaye · 06-28-2009, 11:54 PM

Keep you job, man - but make your mind laser-focussed.
CArry a little notebook and write your idea.

There is so much crap to learn about IM - you can get
sidetracked really easily. If you have limited time it can
actually help you stay focussed on getting to what
you want...

and, by the way, try to set your objectives as if it's
about YOU helping other people lead better lives - not
just getting money. That can help you see how your own
dedication to developing your skill is not only an investment
in your new career, it's also a way to make the world a
better place.

worlddreamer · 06-29-2009, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by daedalus1

Hey warriors,

Unfortunately, I'm the kind of person that only really gets his ass in gear when there is a NEED.

What do you reckon, burn all my bridges and see whether I sink or swim?

Hey Daedalus,

This is a question that we all ask ourselves on the Entrepreneur Journey, as we try to figure to go for it or not.

Before deciding to jump ship, take a little action over the course of a weekend and see if you can earn the amount of money you earn on a weekly or bi-weekly basis and if you can earn what you are earning in the same amount of time. Then you can consider going for it.

But realize once you jump ship and you are out swimming, if you get tired and believe me you do get tired, eventually you will find a raft and that raft will ease the pain after a little while. But this will also be the time that you will begin to open so many more doors.

So before you decide on that, debate whether not what products or services you are currently doing part time and be more Productive Driven, dedicate more time if you can 2 Hour Blocks of time over the course of a month long test, while still maintaining your day job.

Now if you can earn the amount of money you are making in a month in a matter of a few (2) weeks, then you will have your answer to question.

Remember going down this path and along the Entrepreneurs Journey is no walk in the park and it will require a little more then simple strong will, it will require you to make a commitment, be motivated, Focused and your dedication to being successful.

Whether or not you make your decision today, make a commitment today to really take action upon your goals, so if your desire is to quit your day job, work on plans for your products or services and put together a special offer in a means to raise capital.

So if you can raise enough capital over the course of 1 month, which you raise enough capital for 2 months then the better off you will be.

All the best of luck to you and let us know how it goes over the next couple of months.

All the best,

Julio

Croque · 06-29-2009, 01:16 AM

I tried to do that and failed!

One day I said enough and walked out of work. Big mistake, i figured that with my experience and education I could get a job in different company/industry and after just one month I had to ask for my J.O.B. back. Thank God I got it back.

I think everyone that wants to get out of J.O.B. into IM should save some money first AND make some money online to get you going, until you're making enough to cover your basic expenses. Of course YMMV

Croque · 06-29-2009, 01:22 AM

However I may add during that month I found this great forum and all its warriors :-).
Now I'm working towards launching my offline business and finally say bye to my job.

TeddyP · 06-29-2009, 10:28 AM

My close friend and I both left our jobs to concentrate on internet marketing. Now in my case I left an underpaid soul crushing social work job(worked at a homeless shelter) and had no house or kids.

He on the other hand had mortgage payments, a new baby and wife. He also left a job at IBM in which he was pulling in 6 figures. That was a year and a half ago and we are still around to tell our tale.

We have made some money - he has kept his house and family (added another healthy baby boy on Fathers Day!) ad we are on the cusp of something major right now.

I know we both don't regret our leap of faith.

Don't take this post as advice, it is simply my(our) story.

TravisWrites · 06-29-2009, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Paul M

I would be tempted to say keep your job until you can support yourself by whatever means you have in mind, but here's something to think about instead.

Couple of questions come to my mind...

1. Do you think your in a position to stay a-float long enough to give
yourself a decent chance of succeeding? There are plenty of variables
to that question, but if you can only survive a couple of months without
your job, you should probably keep it for now.

2. Do you have a safety net for in the event things do go bottoms up? Bare in mind that an overwhelming majority fail, that's not to put you off or insinuate you'll fail, just trying to keep things realistic.

You need to assess the risk. If it's more likely taking this risk will send
you backwards, I think it would be better in the long run not to take the
risk, and progress slowly in your spare time.

Just my 2 cents.

-Paul

Well said, Paul. Unless you are willing to take the risks that an IM career will get you bombarded with, then you better stick to your job for now. In IM, there are some days you will be earning and some days you won't as opposed to the full-time job you have right now that gives you steady income. For now, you can try to squeeze in maybe an hour or two for your online business and save up. Hopefully, in the near future, you'd be all geared up and be ready to quit your job and do IM full time. Good luck!

ddelaurier · 06-30-2009, 12:25 PM

I would have to say NO...don't do it until you are making enough online that equates to your current income. Just burning all your bridges and deciding to sink or swim or is neither a practical or recommended approach. Try creating a plan and setting goals to do certain things on a daily basis and schedule certain times around your work that you will accomplish these goals. In order to succeed at any business, you must have a plan.

Deb

webmatic · 06-30-2009, 04:30 PM

Well if you can do a real good job online and you think you can succeed much more then your existing job then you can think about quitting it but still i prefer you to do some real job and if you can't do it full time then go for part time jobs because working online is more likely not included in CV's or don't give you some solid experience so you need to build your career by working for real jobs as well because you never even know about internet crisis.
You should carry on with both the things and once you have full command on your online earnings then you can continue it for full time source of earning

Thanks
Webmatic

robinincarolina · 06-30-2009, 05:37 PM

I got laid off so I had the choice to go with this full time, or look for a job. Considering its 95 plus degrees here and my air went out in my car, I decided to go for it. But I am a big risk taker. 3 weeks later I was seeing income and I am making it, but don't have money to get my ac fixed. I also spend about 12 hours a day online. If money gets tight, I clean a house, cater a lunch to get me by, but mostly I just do this.

Chaz Foxx · 06-30-2009, 06:45 PM

I would say before you quit be sure you have an map or proven way to achieve your goals.

How ever I'm not being negative.. But just saying that "The quicker you Fail, The Faster you achieve success.

So keep you job, Bud. Its logical. Just manage your time. To get the most production out of your day.

worlok · 06-30-2009, 09:26 PM

Well, I'm getting laid off so my employer made the decision for me. Don't quit if you don't have to. Just work your ass off when you are home.

IRON_STRONG · 06-30-2009, 10:02 PM

Thats just it. Taking the plunge, taking the ultimate risk, daring to chase your dream is about Doing what everyone else wouldn't. thats why no one else is where you want to be.

When i was in school i didn't listen to my career advisor / teacher who drove an old jeep cherokee about what i should do with my life. I listened to my idol who built and sold two multi-million dollar business.

It's about balls, It's about risk and it is about putting yourself outside of your comfort zone. I did it. I've struggled for three years, and now im turning 21 and having a 6k and growing rapidly to whats looking to be almost 10k month. My fiance and i are getting degrees online and I havent worked a day of a job since I started this business.

I've been homeless, paying for hotels and rundown efficiencies to house my two kid brothers and fiance, and theres been times were we all split a sams club pizza for breakfast lunch and dinner.

But we all belive in the dream. Now my business is coming together. i had my breakthrough, it's not all gold and glory yet. but were catching up, fixing credit scores, paying bills and getting a new place!

We just got into our first facility fully contracted, got a list of 2000 athlete prospects, started our first team account of 93 kids, and our first real camp of whats looking to be about 20 kids.

we now get one call almost every day for private, membership or camp training, and i just took my fiance to get a new haircut, color and style which shes been without for the last 2 years striaght.

I just took my brothers and fiance out to a movie for the first time in over 9 months. I paid up my car, my credit cards and i'm going to be mailing a hot sales letter to over 2000 avid spending parents of athletes within the next week.

Looking back on it now I wouldn't change a single thing. What you guys do not realize that i finally understand is time is your most precious asset. Not money. not a job. Thats security and its got your nut sack firm and strong. if you belive, if you know you can push through it no matter how gloomy it gets, and it WILLL get scary. I have cried myself to sleep night after night, hid my car from the repo guy, watched my brothers sleep depression and even though it hurts me to admit it, their hunger away.

But now we are a family. We risked everything together. We sacrificed and we are beating the piss out fo the odds. and the only thing that separated me from the crowd was becuase i made a decision to put myself in a do or die position.

Im in tears about it right now. This is the first time i've really looked back seriously on it and this has actually become kind of a journal to myself! Im not braggin in anway but i sat in your position seemingly so long ago, and now i've made it. im here. Take the plunge. Brazen up, Grip up and grit your teeth. Follow your dreams, and never let another tell you otherwise.

extremelyvicious · 07-05-2009, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by IRON_STRONG

Thats just it. Taking the plunge, taking the ultimate risk, daring to chase your dream is about Doing what everyone else wouldn't. thats why no one else is where you want to be.

When i was in school i didn't listen to my career advisor / teacher who drove an old jeep cherokee about what i should do with my life. I listened to my idol who built and sold two multi-million dollar business.

It's about balls, It's about risk and it is about putting yourself outside of your comfort zone. I did it. I've struggled for three years, and now im turning 21 and having a 6k and growing rapidly to whats looking to be almost 10k month. My fiance and i are getting degrees online and I havent worked a day of a job since I started this business.

I've been homeless, paying for hotels and rundown efficiencies to house my two kid brothers and fiance, and theres been times were we all split a sams club pizza for breakfast lunch and dinner.

But we all belive in the dream. Now my business is coming together. i had my breakthrough, it's not all gold and glory yet. but were catching up, fixing credit scores, paying bills and getting a new place!

We just got into our first facility fully contracted, got a list of 2000 athlete prospects, started our first team account of 93 kids, and our first real camp of whats looking to be about 20 kids.

we now get one call almost every day for private, membership or camp training, and i just took my fiance to get a new haircut, color and style which shes been without for the last 2 years striaght.

I just took my brothers and fiance out to a movie for the first time in over 9 months. I paid up my car, my credit cards and i'm going to be mailing a hot sales letter to over 2000 avid spending parents of athletes within the next week.

Looking back on it now I wouldn't change a single thing. What you guys do not realize that i finally understand is time is your most precious asset. Not money. not a job. Thats security and its got your nut sack firm and strong. if you belive, if you know you can push through it no matter how gloomy it gets, and it WILLL get scary. I have cried myself to sleep night after night, hid my car from the repo guy, watched my brothers sleep depression and even though it hurts me to admit it, their hunger away.

But now we are a family. We risked everything together. We sacrificed and we are beating the piss out fo the odds. and the only thing that separated me from the crowd was becuase i made a decision to put myself in a do or die position.

Im in tears about it right now. This is the first time i've really looked back seriously on it and this has actually become kind of a journal to myself! Im not braggin in anway but i sat in your position seemingly so long ago, and now i've made it. im here. Take the plunge. Brazen up, Grip up and grit your teeth. Follow your dreams, and never let another tell you otherwise.

I've decided this too will be my last year working to grow someone else's business, I have found a working model that yields me around 200% ROI for every dollar spent. For me the learning curve was steep and very expensive, it wasn't until I truly understood what is meant by "focused action" that I began to make consistent money from my efforts.

I believe you can do anything you put your mind to (including taking the plunge if that's what you want to do) But I also feel strongly, that should you decide to go this route, you are well prepared to fight the good fight until your income is sustainable to your lifestyle.

Iron Man, yours is truly an inspirational success story, I will definitely save this post to look back on when the going gets tough.... thank you indeed

Roger

07-06-2009, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by IRON_STRONG

But we all believe in the dream. Now my business is coming together. i had my breakthrough, it's not all gold and glory yet. but were catching up, fixing credit scores, paying bills and getting a new place!.

Iron Strong,

You just summed up this whole post with yours.

The DREAM is the reason to do whatever it is you do in life, because without a dream, you can't make a dream come true.

God Bless you Iron Strong and daedalus1.

Live the Dream!
Tim

AlanT · 07-06-2009, 01:49 PM

I can certainly understand the mindset of doing your best work under a deadline, but I have to say that there are better ways to create a need without taking stupid risks.

Here's the bottom line -- when you're under too much of a time crunch, you're much more likely to cut corners and bungle the overall project, whereas when you're setting up you new business in a safer environment, you can take your time and do it right.

In another light, the more resources you have, the stronger your new business will be. If you can sit back and offer good free content to build a list, you can take the time to treat your subscribers right and build their trust before sending out promotion after promotion.

One way to create a deadline for yourself is to assign a particular bill to be paid by your online efforts. Then when you can rely on that bill being paid with your online income, then assign other bills to be paid from your business, and eventually, you'll grow your business to the point where it pays everything.

arrow699 · 07-07-2009, 12:09 AM

Iron you just put more advice in your one post than I've seen in any others here. I just got out of a 3 week stint in a hospital for major neck surgery and nearly a month in a physcial rehab hospital. As a firefighter/paramedic this feels like a nightmare that I cant wake up from. And having a gf with 2 children and a parent I care for thats on dialysis,failing at home business isnt an option.
The hardest part was getting up the balls as you said to take the bull by the horns and going for it sink or swim. Well your post tells me hey if Iron can do it get if your ass refuse to rollover and play dead and you'll succeed if you work hard and have some perseverance. Keep the dream dude!

homebasedmom · 07-07-2009, 12:42 AM

No don't quit. Maybe, do online as you part time. And in that sense you would have two jobs, one is full time and one is part time. And also you have extra income aside from you full time job.

Planetpeoplefinder · 07-07-2009, 08:50 AM

IRON_STRONG,

Wow! Your post was profoundly inspirational....

As for daedalus1, I think I am too inexperienced to give you advice, but consider this quote from one of my favorite alpine climbers, Mark Twight:

"As long as you have a safety net you act without commitment. You'll go back to your old habits once you meet a little resistance. You need the samurai's desperateness and his insanity. Burn the bridge. Nuke the foundation. Back yourself up against a wall. Have an opinion one way or the other, get off the fence and rip it up. Cut yourself off so there is no going back. Once you're committed the truth will come out. You ask about security? What you need is uncertainty. What you need is confusion; something that forces you to reinvent yourself, a whip to drive you harder."

robinincarolina · 07-07-2009, 09:18 AM

Some say go for it and some say don't. Thats the a, b personality types here. Which one are you? I am and alway have been a risk taker. Made a lot of mistakes, but also have a lot of success stories too. I am on the boat with iron. I am going for it. You would be amazed at the doors that open for you when you open your mind. I am in contact with a best selling Author now, teamed up with a life coach, help run a forum and so many more windows and doors. I have been invited to fly to New York at the end of the month, all expenses paid to be a guest at a seminar. I have made so many cyber friends that help and inspire me. Its all about tapping into that power inside. You attract what you are. Its your life, its your choice. Some are cautious and cautious is good. Some are not.

geneluvn · 07-07-2009, 09:30 AM

If it doesn't work out, right away online, keep in mind that it's not the easiest time to find a job right now. Hold on to what you have and try to prioritize yourself. I'm new to this stuff, so I have to force myself to learn all this. This is new stuff to me. Just hang in there. You'll make it.

Poglia · 07-07-2009, 09:38 AM

No, you shouldn't.

Try to make money online first in your free time... if you see that you like it and that you actually make some money then leave your job.

But don't leave the job first... what if you can't make money online? You have lost your job and it's very hard to find a new one nowadays.

robinincarolina · 07-07-2009, 09:41 AM

Attitude is everything, shot me but if you think "what if I can't make money online", guess what, you won't make money online.

iisbum · 07-07-2009, 09:49 AM

Ordinarily I would say no, but it depends on your circumstances.

I got a job with a big established company straight out of school, but I quit 3 months later to go work with a sort of funded started. At the time I was living with my parents, didn't have any real obligations, and was worth taking the risk.

It's not something I would do now with a mortgage and 2 kids who need health insurance, but it might be right for you.

triosolutions · 07-07-2009, 10:00 AM

thats great question and too much risk also involved. Its depend on How much time you can hold? When bill start comming and you will not able to earn money online then It will more difficult for you to earn money. You can earn more money with the calculated risk if you can hold yourself for certain period of time. Good Luck

jayyre · 07-07-2009, 10:09 AM

U now best the way you work. I would quit my job myself. I actually did quit my job. and i am full time on the internet . If you have to force yourself then force yourself. There is lots of money to be made you just have to be focus. Iv been fortunate to meet some great mentors. But thats only because they saw my focus. So do it QUIT

robinincarolina · 07-07-2009, 10:37 AM

Do whats right for you, as you see, we all have different opinions but thats what makes life worth it all. The risk takers can learn from the non risk takers and the non risk takers can learn from the risk takers. I bet the risk takers have more fun though!!!!

lancewan · 07-07-2009, 04:52 PM

daedalus1

I am going to ask you this question.

By quiting your job what will you achieve?

If it is focus then and getting your backside in gear then that depends on how desperate your situation is. I dont thinkg you have a fixed goal in mind and you think by quiting your job it will focus you and the desperation will drive you to succeed.

What happens if you have a modicum of success?

Will you then carry on cruising or does it build momentum to do bigger things? Iron had a very strong image in his mind a a very destinct goal which he knew he wanted to achieve which meant he was totally focused on his goal

Your goal has to be a burning desire that keeps you awake at night and is your sole focus on everything you do. This is your journey and you have to eliminate all doubts in focusing on what you desire.

Creating that desire by chucking in your job is not going to solve your underlying problem of not having your goals fixed and absolutely decided on.

Re-read Iron's post look at what his desire and goal was, he knew exactly what he wanted and although didnt know how to achieve it, knew he would find a way. He ignored any threat or bypased any fear he had about what could happen and only concentrated on HIS goal.

I am using my job to fund my goals and dreams, it isn't what I want but I have a wife and home to pay for and a job that I know will help me in achieving my goal.

I have very distinct goals that I am working on and I try and work on it everyday. I dont go out I dont spend money on gadgets or anything else. I work I come home, I work on my business. My job is funding my future.

At the moment it isn't easy and I don't have a nest egg to save my behind. I do have fixed goals that I am sacrificing my free time to achieve. My first product launch is soon, my copy is ready, i have chosen my fulfillment company and will make arrangments accrodingly.

Next stage is online and offline promotions for my front end product. I really have to pull a rabbit out of the hat to get my back end copy and product ready as well.

I dont want a pension, not by today's current standards working for a company. I want financial freedom and success to continue my goals which will come from growing my business.

You need your goals, then you have to set in place procedures on how to achieve short term and long term goals, develop your systems to achieve these goals. Ignore the pain the isolation the negative comments and thoughts. Each day work on your goals bit by bit. Once you complete a step analyse it and change it to work better.

Routines and processes need to be strictly adhered to which will help you in achieving and completing a step.

And yes some times you have to stop reading people posts and just do things other wise you will never get anything done.

Have the balls to do this while having a job, this will get your mind focused when you do decide to leave your job. You will have focus and will be working to your goals.

If all else fails chuck in your job see how you cope and good luck. I will be rooting for you. If anyone wants to know what I am working n let me know.

Matlax17 · 07-08-2009, 12:31 AM

DEFINITELY NOT! If your pocket can afford you, than by all means go for it.

genietoast · 07-08-2009, 12:49 AM

I quit my job two years ago before the economy tanked, but I had two things that helped:

(1) A really huge severance check
(2) Parents who didn't mind me coming back home for a while (The kind that wants you to stick around forever, but that's simply not going to happen because I need to get back out in the world)

I also have a friend who is a struggling artist, and she comes close to these "out on the street" situations often. The pressure is practically debilitating for her.

You might have the patience and the balls, but the landlord doesn't so I would advise you to tread lightly.

I agree about the part-time think. Separate slowly. Consider your debts and obligations, too.

Vincelog · 07-08-2009, 01:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daedalus1

Hey warriors,

Unfortunately, I'm the kind of person that only really gets his ass in gear when there is a NEED.

What do you reckon, burn all my bridges and see whether I sink or swim?

Hi Daedalus,

Burning the bridges may help to give you more motivation to succeed online but this method is not for everyone. Succeeding online is not something that can you can achieve overnight. I suggest that you have a decent amount of savings before you quit your job to focus on internet marketing. It will be stressful if you are running low on funds and yet do not see much results on your venture online. This will cause you to work in a wrong frame of mind. However if you have a decent amount of savings that you know can last you for X amount of time, you will be able to work on your venture peacefully.

Cheers,
Vincent

emofree · 07-08-2009, 01:12 AM

Well I guess don't quit cause right now it's hard to get a job because of a global economic crisis or a recession been going on.

06-27-2009, 05:46 PM	#1
daedalus1 Active Warrior War Room Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 40 Thanks: 13 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts	Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? Hey warriors, Unfortunately, I'm the kind of person that only really gets his ass in gear when there is a NEED. What do you reckon, burn all my bridges and see whether I sink or swim?

06-27-2009, 05:55 PM	#2
Andy Hart Still Driving Forward War Room Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Manchester, UK Posts: 395 Thanks: 21 Thanked 13 Times in 11 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? Many people will say not to quit and have "X" amount of money in your bank before you quit but ... I'm like you I need something to push me in order to succeed, so I quit my job after only earning $800 in total online. It worked for me and I'm now full time. Do whats right for you and don't take silly uncalled for risks, the smart answer is don't quit until you have enough saved up to support you for "X" amount of months but that doesn't work for everyone. Thanks Andy
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06-27-2009, 05:58 PM	#3
moneysoapbox Say wha?!? War Room Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 319 Thanks: 114 Thanked 38 Times in 34 Posts Contact Info	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? No no no no no. **** happens. You don't want to wind up in your parents' house on an allowance because you didn't succeed as quickly as you thought you would. If you need some sort of "need" sense, max your credit card on a plasma TV or something else that's ridiculous, but don't shoot yourself in the foot. Besides, you'll need the pennies that trickle in to buy certain things, like a web host. You'll be able to quit your job when you're ready. For now, bite the bullet and do what you have to do.
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06-27-2009, 06:33 PM	#4
wildfremd Warrior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 19 Thanks: 4 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Social Networking	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? hmmm that's a great question. there are a few things that of course you'll have to consider before you do it, IF you do it.... Is it just you relying on your job or do you have a family to support? If it was just you, the risks are a lot easier to take- and you don't have to suffer the consequences like a screaming wife or starving kid. then again. Tony Robbins did it though- so if you think you're as motivated as Tony...go for it! Is quitting your job ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY to achieve the type of motivation you're seeking; do you honestly think that you're not strong-willed enough to do it without quitting your job, or are you just being lazy...not really disciplining yourself to go teh extra mile because you have the other job and all of the comforts that go along with it. The value of internet marketing is all on you. How important is it to you? Important enough that you can devote long hours, lots of revisions, lots of research and time if necessary? For some people it takes this. Do you have the knowledge and skill to back up quitting your job? If you don't, and are not already making a decent amount of money with it- it probably would be unwise...but if you're dedicated enough...skilled enough...knowledgeable enough to make things happen...then they will.

06-28-2009, 01:23 AM	#8
Craig.Michaels PLR Expert War Room Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: New York City Posts: 195 Thanks: 12 Thanked 18 Times in 14 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? I think Paul is spot-on with his response. You need to make sure you have a safety-net, JUST in case something happens. You never know, things pop up and it's important to always be prepared. So yeah, quit your job, if you saved up about 3 months worth of living expenses and a few extra thousands just in case. Quitting your job will give you a load of free time and an internal motivator for you to succeed online, but you don't want to do anything reckless and stupid, so if you plan to go down this route, just make sure you can cover your bases.
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06-28-2009, 04:07 AM	#9
ConcordeWarrior HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: The Sky is my Home Posts: 172 Thanks: 10 Thanked 17 Times in 16 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? Don't quit your job! There are hundreds of thousands who are deprived of any employment all over the world. Feel fortunate and privileged that you have a regular job. You can do your IM on the side, not having to worry how much it will bring as you already have steady income.

06-28-2009, 08:06 AM	#10
Entropy4 Warrior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 12 Thanks: 2 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? I did it, but I saved up a few months worth of income first (which I promptly burned through before becoming profitable). It worked for me though. It was just impossible for me to put in more than 2-3 good hours of IM work holding a 9-5. Was time to sink or swim.

06-28-2009, 08:06 AM	#11
michellegreen Michelle Green War Room Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Brisbane, Australia. Posts: 365 Blog Entries: 6 Thanks: 20 Thanked 35 Times in 12 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? That all depends. I have just taken the leap from working full time to self employed, but I had a lot of things in my favour, including work booked for a couple of weeks in advance and beyond, a "Plan B" that would generate additional income if I needed, and over a month's income in savings to give me a buffer. Who else is relying on you for income? If it's just you that's affected, then it's probably not going to be as disasterous as it would be if you had a family to support etc. Regardless, how much of a "buffer" do you have? Will you last 1 week, 2 weeks, or 2 months or more? What will you do when your buffer is gone if you've not made up that income? As a coach, I'd suggest you write down ALL of the pros and cons for each of your options. Seeing it all on paper may help you to get clarity about your decision. If you're asking the question, then I wonder if quitting right now would be the best thing?
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06-28-2009, 08:11 AM	#12
hal1989 Warrior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 13 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? Can we hear from people who have NOT quit their job and are still making money with internet marketing on the side? How do they do it? Where do they find the time? Do they have kids in sports etc..? Maybe someone can give all of us working stiffs some advice so we don't have to take such drastic action as quitting our jobs to succeed!

06-28-2009, 08:29 AM	#14
dsanchez HyperActive Warrior Join Date: May 2006 Location: Florida, U.S.A. Posts: 197 Thanks: 7 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts Social Networking	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? I also think you should not quit your job right now. There are lots of people unemployed right now, don't take the chance. Work on your IM stuff after work, or the weekends... there's always time to quit your job once you're prepared. My two cents. Dagmar

06-28-2009, 11:25 AM	#15
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06-28-2009, 09:41 PM	#17
daedalus1 Active Warrior War Room Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 40 Thanks: 13 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? Hmmm, thanks heaps for all your input guys, a lot of very valid points have been made. I don't have a wife or kids to support, so I certainly won't be doing anything that would adversely affect the quality of life of anyone other than myself. (my girlfriend may notice a drop in my chivalry! :S) Again, I really appreciate all the feedback, its great to hear some other people's experiences. On balance, I will save up a few months income whilst trying to discipline myself into really giving IM 100%. I have a feeling it will eventually come to me having to create a need though, drastic situations have always brought out the best in me... Thanks guys, I'll be knuckling down for a while, all the best for your endeavours

06-28-2009, 10:36 PM	#18
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06-28-2009, 11:54 PM	#20
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06-29-2009, 01:16 AM	#22
Croque Active Warrior War Room Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: L.A. Posts: 72 Thanks: 7 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? I tried to do that and failed! One day I said enough and walked out of work. Big mistake, i figured that with my experience and education I could get a job in different company/industry and after just one month I had to ask for my J.O.B. back. Thank God I got it back. I think everyone that wants to get out of J.O.B. into IM should save some money first AND make some money online to get you going, until you're making enough to cover your basic expenses. Of course YMMV

06-29-2009, 01:22 AM	#23
Croque Active Warrior War Room Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: L.A. Posts: 72 Thanks: 7 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? However I may add during that month I found this great forum and all its warriors :-). Now I'm working towards launching my offline business and finally say bye to my job.

06-29-2009, 10:28 AM	#24
TeddyP HyperActive Warrior Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 129 Thanks: 22 Thanked 21 Times in 17 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? My close friend and I both left our jobs to concentrate on internet marketing. Now in my case I left an underpaid soul crushing social work job(worked at a homeless shelter) and had no house or kids. He on the other hand had mortgage payments, a new baby and wife. He also left a job at IBM in which he was pulling in 6 figures. That was a year and a half ago and we are still around to tell our tale. We have made some money - he has kept his house and family (added another healthy baby boy on Fathers Day!) ad we are on the cusp of something major right now. I know we both don't regret our leap of faith. Don't take this post as advice, it is simply my(our) story.
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06-30-2009, 12:25 PM	#26
ddelaurier Warrior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: , , . Posts: 4 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? I would have to say NO...don't do it until you are making enough online that equates to your current income. Just burning all your bridges and deciding to sink or swim or is neither a practical or recommended approach. Try creating a plan and setting goals to do certain things on a daily basis and schedule certain times around your work that you will accomplish these goals. In order to succeed at any business, you must have a plan. Deb

06-30-2009, 04:30 PM	#27
webmatic HyperActive Warrior Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 211 Thanks: 7 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? Well if you can do a real good job online and you think you can succeed much more then your existing job then you can think about quitting it but still i prefer you to do some real job and if you can't do it full time then go for part time jobs because working online is more likely not included in CV's or don't give you some solid experience so you need to build your career by working for real jobs as well because you never even know about internet crisis. You should carry on with both the things and once you have full command on your online earnings then you can continue it for full time source of earning Thanks Webmatic

06-30-2009, 05:37 PM	#28
robinincarolina HyperActive Warrior Join Date: May 2009 Location: South Carolina Posts: 102 Thanks: 0 Thanked 11 Times in 11 Posts Social Networking	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? I got laid off so I had the choice to go with this full time, or look for a job. Considering its 95 plus degrees here and my air went out in my car, I decided to go for it. But I am a big risk taker. 3 weeks later I was seeing income and I am making it, but don't have money to get my ac fixed. I also spend about 12 hours a day online. If money gets tight, I clean a house, cater a lunch to get me by, but mostly I just do this.
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06-30-2009, 06:45 PM	#29
Chaz Foxx Active Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 52 Thanks: 35 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? I would say before you quit be sure you have an map or proven way to achieve your goals. How ever I'm not being negative.. But just saying that "The quicker you Fail, The Faster you achieve success. So keep you job, Bud. Its logical. Just manage your time. To get the most production out of your day.

06-30-2009, 09:26 PM	#30
worlok HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: New Jersey, United States Posts: 99 Thanks: 9 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? Well, I'm getting laid off so my employer made the decision for me. Don't quit if you don't have to. Just work your ass off when you are home.
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06-30-2009, 10:02 PM	#31
IRON_STRONG Joshua D. Morris Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Gulf Coast of Florida Posts: 145 Thanks: 36 Thanked 15 Times in 7 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? Thats just it. Taking the plunge, taking the ultimate risk, daring to chase your dream is about Doing what everyone else wouldn't. thats why no one else is where you want to be. When i was in school i didn't listen to my career advisor / teacher who drove an old jeep cherokee about what i should do with my life. I listened to my idol who built and sold two multi-million dollar business. It's about balls, It's about risk and it is about putting yourself outside of your comfort zone. I did it. I've struggled for three years, and now im turning 21 and having a 6k and growing rapidly to whats looking to be almost 10k month. My fiance and i are getting degrees online and I havent worked a day of a job since I started this business. I've been homeless, paying for hotels and rundown efficiencies to house my two kid brothers and fiance, and theres been times were we all split a sams club pizza for breakfast lunch and dinner. But we all belive in the dream. Now my business is coming together. i had my breakthrough, it's not all gold and glory yet. but were catching up, fixing credit scores, paying bills and getting a new place! We just got into our first facility fully contracted, got a list of 2000 athlete prospects, started our first team account of 93 kids, and our first real camp of whats looking to be about 20 kids. we now get one call almost every day for private, membership or camp training, and i just took my fiance to get a new haircut, color and style which shes been without for the last 2 years striaght. I just took my brothers and fiance out to a movie for the first time in over 9 months. I paid up my car, my credit cards and i'm going to be mailing a hot sales letter to over 2000 avid spending parents of athletes within the next week. Looking back on it now I wouldn't change a single thing. What you guys do not realize that i finally understand is time is your most precious asset. Not money. not a job. Thats security and its got your nut sack firm and strong. if you belive, if you know you can push through it no matter how gloomy it gets, and it WILLL get scary. I have cried myself to sleep night after night, hid my car from the repo guy, watched my brothers sleep depression and even though it hurts me to admit it, their hunger away. But now we are a family. We risked everything together. We sacrificed and we are beating the piss out fo the odds. and the only thing that separated me from the crowd was becuase i made a decision to put myself in a do or die position. Im in tears about it right now. This is the first time i've really looked back seriously on it and this has actually become kind of a journal to myself! Im not braggin in anway but i sat in your position seemingly so long ago, and now i've made it. im here. Take the plunge. Brazen up, Grip up and grit your teeth. Follow your dreams, and never let another tell you otherwise.
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07-06-2009, 01:49 PM	#34
AlanT Karmic Marketer Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Grand Rapids, MI USA. Posts: 72 Thanks: 3 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? I can certainly understand the mindset of doing your best work under a deadline, but I have to say that there are better ways to create a need without taking stupid risks. Here's the bottom line -- when you're under too much of a time crunch, you're much more likely to cut corners and bungle the overall project, whereas when you're setting up you new business in a safer environment, you can take your time and do it right. In another light, the more resources you have, the stronger your new business will be. If you can sit back and offer good free content to build a list, you can take the time to treat your subscribers right and build their trust before sending out promotion after promotion. One way to create a deadline for yourself is to assign a particular bill to be paid by your online efforts. Then when you can rely on that bill being paid with your online income, then assign other bills to be paid from your business, and eventually, you'll grow your business to the point where it pays everything.
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07-07-2009, 12:09 AM	#35
arrow699 Warrior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Mesa,AZ Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? Iron you just put more advice in your one post than I've seen in any others here. I just got out of a 3 week stint in a hospital for major neck surgery and nearly a month in a physcial rehab hospital. As a firefighter/paramedic this feels like a nightmare that I cant wake up from. And having a gf with 2 children and a parent I care for thats on dialysis,failing at home business isnt an option. The hardest part was getting up the balls as you said to take the bull by the horns and going for it sink or swim. Well your post tells me hey if Iron can do it get if your ass refuse to rollover and play dead and you'll succeed if you work hard and have some perseverance. Keep the dream dude!

07-07-2009, 12:42 AM	#36
homebasedmom Don't stop believing Join Date: May 2009 Location: Philippines Posts: 101 Thanks: 35 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts Contact Info	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? No don't quit. Maybe, do online as you part time. And in that sense you would have two jobs, one is full time and one is part time. And also you have extra income aside from you full time job.

07-07-2009, 08:50 AM	#37
Planetpeoplefinder Internet Valhalla Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 24 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? IRON_STRONG, Wow! Your post was profoundly inspirational.... As for daedalus1, I think I am too inexperienced to give you advice, but consider this quote from one of my favorite alpine climbers, Mark Twight: "As long as you have a safety net you act without commitment. You'll go back to your old habits once you meet a little resistance. You need the samurai's desperateness and his insanity. Burn the bridge. Nuke the foundation. Back yourself up against a wall. Have an opinion one way or the other, get off the fence and rip it up. Cut yourself off so there is no going back. Once you're committed the truth will come out. You ask about security? What you need is uncertainty. What you need is confusion; something that forces you to reinvent yourself, a whip to drive you harder."

07-07-2009, 09:18 AM	#38
robinincarolina HyperActive Warrior Join Date: May 2009 Location: South Carolina Posts: 102 Thanks: 0 Thanked 11 Times in 11 Posts Social Networking	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? Some say go for it and some say don't. Thats the a, b personality types here. Which one are you? I am and alway have been a risk taker. Made a lot of mistakes, but also have a lot of success stories too. I am on the boat with iron. I am going for it. You would be amazed at the doors that open for you when you open your mind. I am in contact with a best selling Author now, teamed up with a life coach, help run a forum and so many more windows and doors. I have been invited to fly to New York at the end of the month, all expenses paid to be a guest at a seminar. I have made so many cyber friends that help and inspire me. Its all about tapping into that power inside. You attract what you are. Its your life, its your choice. Some are cautious and cautious is good. Some are not.
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07-07-2009, 09:30 AM	#39
geneluvn Warrior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? If it doesn't work out, right away online, keep in mind that it's not the easiest time to find a job right now. Hold on to what you have and try to prioritize yourself. I'm new to this stuff, so I have to force myself to learn all this. This is new stuff to me. Just hang in there. You'll make it.

07-07-2009, 09:38 AM	#40
Poglia The Scarecrow War Room Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 147 Thanks: 1 Thanked 11 Times in 11 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? No, you shouldn't. Try to make money online first in your free time... if you see that you like it and that you actually make some money then leave your job. But don't leave the job first... what if you can't make money online? You have lost your job and it's very hard to find a new one nowadays.
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07-07-2009, 09:41 AM	#41
robinincarolina HyperActive Warrior Join Date: May 2009 Location: South Carolina Posts: 102 Thanks: 0 Thanked 11 Times in 11 Posts Social Networking	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? Attitude is everything, shot me but if you think "what if I can't make money online", guess what, you won't make money online.
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07-07-2009, 09:49 AM	#42
iisbum Warrior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? Ordinarily I would say no, but it depends on your circumstances. I got a job with a big established company straight out of school, but I quit 3 months later to go work with a sort of funded started. At the time I was living with my parents, didn't have any real obligations, and was worth taking the risk. It's not something I would do now with a mortgage and 2 kids who need health insurance, but it might be right for you.

07-07-2009, 10:00 AM	#43
triosolutions Zahira Jaitapkar Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 75 Thanks: 1 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts Contact Info	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? thats great question and too much risk also involved. Its depend on How much time you can hold? When bill start comming and you will not able to earn money online then It will more difficult for you to earn money. You can earn more money with the calculated risk if you can hold yourself for certain period of time. Good Luck
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07-07-2009, 10:09 AM	#44
jayyre Warrior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? U now best the way you work. I would quit my job myself. I actually did quit my job. and i am full time on the internet . If you have to force yourself then force yourself. There is lots of money to be made you just have to be focus. Iv been fortunate to meet some great mentors. But thats only because they saw my focus. So do it QUIT

07-07-2009, 10:37 AM	#45
robinincarolina HyperActive Warrior Join Date: May 2009 Location: South Carolina Posts: 102 Thanks: 0 Thanked 11 Times in 11 Posts Social Networking	Re: Your opinion wanted: should I quit my job to force me to succeed online? Do whats right for you, as you see, we all have different opinions but thats what makes life worth it all. The risk takers can learn from the non risk takers and the non risk takers can learn from the risk takers. I bet the risk takers have more fun though!!!!
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