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The Audacity of Hope

audacity: insolent boldness, especially when imprudent or unconventional  (source: wiktionary.org)

hope: a belief in a positive outcome related to events and circumstances in one’s life. Hope implies a certain amount of perseverance — i.e., believing that a positive outcome is possible even when there is some evidence to the contrary (source: wikipedia.org)

I love the title of President Obama’s book, The Audacity of Hope.  Haven’t we all heard or said, “the audacity of ____, who does he think he is; he’s got a lot of nerve.”  We usually think of audacity with a negative connotation.  This also makes the book title so interesting.  To put hope, such a positive word, with audacity gives hope a little bit of sassiness or spunk.  It gives hope an attitude. The audacity of hope is that hope believes that no matter what your circumstances look like right now they can get better.   The nerve of hope to believe that out of this economic crisis will be birthed businesses and our country will come out better on the other side of it.  The nerve of hope to believe a person can fail his or her way to success.

The economy was the primary concern for the majority of Americans for this year’s election.  I’m sure with this concern comes worry and anxiety regarding the future of our careers.   Maybe you’re reading this and you are in need of some hope, some inspiration to believe the dreams in your heart won’t remain dreams, but will become realities.  I dare you to be bold enough – to have the fearlessness to dream again – to believe in the possibility that you can live a Good Life regardless of the economy.  Be audacious – dare to break out and begin living the Good Life that’s been prearranged for you. 

As great as hope is it’s going to take more than hope to see the fulfillment of your dreams. You have to put some action behind it.  What is one thing you can do TODAY that will move you closer to your dreams?  When that one thing is done, what is another thing?

I have the audacity to believe this career guide, the newsletter, the videos, the career kit and the many other services and products that will be published by Good Life Diva has the ability to empower you to live your working life on your terms. Please, leave me a comment letting me know one thing you will do TODAY that will move you closer to your dream of a fulfilling career or starting your own business.

What have you been created to do? What’s that burning desire from within? Maybe you love baking cakes and just want to own your own business, but you don’t know where to get started.

Maybe you’ve always wanted to be an entrepreneur, but not sure if you have what it takes.
Well, guess what? Your Life is Calling You!

You have been created to do something you really love. That burning desire won’t cease until it has been fulfilled. You can start that business where you are today. You absolutely have everything within that it takes to become that successful entrepreneur that you’ve always dreamed of becoming. “Just do it!” Of course it’s a lot easier said than done, but it can be done. Being an entrepreneur is challenging enough, so don’t allow obstacles such as having a family, fear, or a lack of money hold you back from being all that you were created to be!

Here’s a few items that can help get started in answering the life that’s calling:
1) Make a decision. You need to decide on what you want to do and began to put it to action.

2) Evaluate your business potential. See if you are up to the challenge of doing what it takes to achieve your dreams. It’s not going to be easy and if it was, everyone would be doing it. Ask yourself the following questions:
-Am I a self starter?
-How good am I with making decision?
-How well do I work with others?
-How is my physical and emotional stamina?
-How well do I work under pressure?
-Am I willing to persevere regardless of the challenges I come up against?
-Am I really an optimist or a pessimist?

3) Develop a plan of action. Remember, most business fail due to a lack of planning and preparation. Do you research! Find a company that you’d like to model your company after. Find out everything you can about your field of business. Put a business plan together. You don’t know how……..take a class.

4) Find a good mentor. Find someone who can mentor you in your field. Don’t recreate the wheel if you don’t have to. Use wisdom and find someone who is already where you want to be. This will definitely save you time and money in the long run. Just a little secrete……this will also open the doors of opportunity for you to “know the right people” and you just might get a few of clients this way as well.

5) Stay motivated! It is so important to stay motivated. Only surround yourself with like minded people and don’t listen to negative dream killers. It might be hard to motivate yourself sometimes, but don’t stop the momentum. Read a book about other people and what it took for them to achieve their goals. Read about the lives of millionaires. Feed your dreams and starve your doubts! You can do it too!

Wishing you well and continued success in answering your life’s calling.

Tortina Bunton – Your Small Business Diva
Priorities First, Inc.
www.PRIORITIES1ST.com

As the owner of Priorities First bookkeeping and accounting firm, Tina brings over 20 years of accounting experience in the construction industry with her.  She helps small to medium sized businesses manage millions of dollars on a monthly basis.  Tina has worked with various service and industry clients assisting them in reducing taxes and building strong successful businesses.

Do you have any burning questions for Tina regarding bookkeeping and starting your own business in the new year? Please, email your questions or comments to info@goodlifediva.com. Your questions will be answered in an upcoming Good Life Diva newsletter.