The American People are Awesome!

Once again the great people of this nation are stepping up and giving from their hearts.  Way to go America!

In the midst of the worst economy in years the American people are opening their hearts and wallets to the people in Haiti.  Haiti is the poorest of the poor and they have suffered yet another disaster and the American people are stepping up and giving like never before.

School children are collecting food, clothing and medical supplies for the people of Haiti.  Corporations are opening their check books.  People who are unemployed are giving from their need.  The People of this country are simply amazing.

Yesterday we heard about people scamming those wanting to give to relief efforts and a hoax on twitter.  We seem to hear the bad more than the good but last night we were beginning to hear story’s about the great heart of this country.

There are some who tell us we must change because we need to be more like other nations but I believe that we must look back to our foundation and fight to remain true to our roots.  FREEDOM SHOULD NEVER CHANGE!   Our freedom gives us the heart to move ahead and will to help others do the same.

If you want to participate in the American response to the recovery of Haiti people, World Vision is at the fore front of the efforts to get food, clothing and Medicine into the country as quickly as possible.  Shipments have already been airlifted into the country and more are being staged now, but they need our help to continue.  Here is a link to their page for Donations.

WORLD VISION Give what you can.

Way to go American!

In today’s unemployment crisis I bet there are thousands of people that wish they could have developed a “take this job and shove it” attitude years ago.  It takes good old fashion guts to decide to take matters into your own hands and build a financial future for yourself and your family.  More and more people are making that decision today because there is simply no other alternative.  The job market has dried up and our leaders tell use that it will be that way for some time to come.

The majority of our population still have jobs but they worry about losing them.   The question is if I lose my job how will I support myself and my family.  The solution is to stop worrying about the possible problem and do something now to avoid any consequences that would result later.

A take this job and shove it attitude & how to get there.

Every financial planner will tell you to have a reserve of three to six months salary in savings to carry you over any job loss.  This is a responsible recommendation but in today’s world of unemployment and job lose it is not enough.  No one wants to be out of work for more than 6 months but that is the future for many.

Here is a thought, what if you had 6 months salary built up AND an online business that was making a reasonable income?  Now you’re talking!   Six months reserve, an online business you can work from home and the time to grow that business.  This is a goal that can be achieved but it is something that needs to be worked on NOW!  Once you are unemployed it becomes much harder.

Start right now, this minute.…

What are you thinking after reading the above?
1.  An online business is not for me, I want someone else to take care of me.  I wouldn’t know where to start.
2.  I wonder if I could start my own online business and be successful enough to support my family.
3.  I have always dreamed about having a business but the risks are too great.

If you fall into number one above consider today’s state of affairs in the employment market.  Thousands of people out of work with little hope of finding a job in the near future.  No one to take care of them,money running out, very little hope for a bright future.  You are talented, you have the ability to be successful on your own.  You simply need to logically think about the risks and benefits of building an online business.

If you fall into number two above let your mind run with the idea of building an online business.  What type of business would it be?  What would it look like?  Would it be fun?  Could it be successful?  What are your talents, hobbies, social connections?

If you are in the group that falls into number three above you need to weigh the risks of following the current path of working for someone else for the rest of your life or owning an building an online business that allows you to go as far as you can dream.

Eliminate the risks that frighten many people.
1.  Go to your bank today and start a bank account for the purpose of building that 6 months reserve income.   Deposit every spare dime in that account once a week (really even a dime. Collect your change every night and put it in a jar, deposit once a week).  If you have extra $10 to $100 deposit it in this account.  Your bank my charge a small service fee but that is o.k.,this is your way out of the rat race.
2.  Take the time to begin to build an online business.  The easiest and fastest way to start your business is to join affiliate marketing programs like clickbank,amazon.com,commission junction they are free to join  Offer your friends products from these sites using your affiliate link.  You earn a commission for their purchases.  Do you Twitter?  Twitter and Facebook are great places to start.
Do you have a garage full of wonderful things you no longer need?  How about selling them on ebay.  Selling on ebay can be a profitable business.

Let your mind work.  If you put the thought of your own business in your mind and let it work you will be surprised at all the results it will produce.  Discard any negative thoughts, you will have negative thoughts about building your own online business.  We are all taught that a Job is the only way to earn a living in the world but the current employment crisis should tell you that the job can disappear leaving you with nothing.  Think about the possibilities of controlling your own future.  Think good thoughts and throw out the bad ones.

Focus on one thing.  How are you going to insure your financial future?  Control your future or give the control to someone else.  It appears that uncertain futures have been left in the hands of others.  Now is the time to take your future in your own hands.

Set goals,time tables and get at it.