A quick-start guide on working for yourself.
What does it take to become a successful online entrepreneur? Not a lot (in terms of material items you need, at least). That’s right, we’re looking at you comfy sofa and reliable laptop. Today we’re going to look at how to sofa your way to online success.
The Perks Of Sofa-ing To Success
Majority of people, if not everyone, has once fantasized about working from home, being their own boss, and calling the shots. Some of us, perhaps you, have taken the next step to actually committing to this lifestyle. Welcome to Entrepreneurship.
The perks are far and wide – including working in your pajamas. For one, your office can be any kind...literally! You can work at your local coffee shop, from a beach chair on the sandy shores, or from bed. We found the perfect intersection between comfort, convenience, and productivity to be none other than your sofa. Working in the digital space will also save you money. No more spending on that unnecessary tank of gas commuting or daily lunches that can really add up. And because you can create your own sleep schedule, working from your sofa is perfect for all the night owls out there.
How To Get Started
Are you sold on the Sofa Entrepreneur lifestyle? Great. This is where fantasy turns into reality by creating the type of business you want to pursue in the online space.
Swomi is a fantastic place to start. Didn’t see that one coming did you? Automation is your hidden secret weapon for success. It’s your blueprint for months and years to come. When you are working for yourself, one of the most difficult things is to answer to yourself. All failed businesses share one thing in common: they didn’t have a plan of attack or clear goals for their business. You can spend days researching the in’s, out’s, and how-to’s of a business plan.
Our suggestion? Keep first things first. A business is not a business if it doesn’t make money. Your content should be generating revenue so your sofa lifestyle can survive and thrive well into the future. You will get to know your couch very well. Focus on delivering valuable content to your audience, making a meaningful difference in their lives, and the money will follow.
Pitfalls To Watch Out For
Of course, we want to give you a heads up on common pitfalls to avoid. When you have been working a job your whole life, motivating yourself for yourself can be a huge hurdle at first. Everything is a skill and skills can be improved upon. When creating your business plan, consider your passions and what you can work on for months and years to come. While your working hours are flexible, they will be intense and plentiful. It’s like that old saying goes – you’re giving up working 40 hours for someone else to work 60 – 100 hours for yourself.
Word Up:
The perks of working for yourself are immensely satisfying. Unlike a job, there is no cap on the potential of how much you can earn and influence the world. So what are you waiting for? Cozy up on that sofa and get to it!
This article is letter (E) of our “Digi Lifestyle" series where we write an article for each letter of the phrase. “Digital Lifestyle" Before anyone realized, we all became immersed and intertwined to our digital devices and internet connection. By laying out a theme related to the Digital Lifestyle everyday, we learned valuable insights into the mindsets, behaviors, and norms that sprout from living so intimately with technology.
(D) What Is The (D)igital Lifestyle?
(I)oT? More Like IoY – Internet of You!
(G) 3 Timeless Steps To Achieve Personal, Career, Squad (G)oals
(I)n The Age Of Intelligent Machines, What Are Humans For?
(L)et’s Learn - Top 10 Most Effective Types Of Content
(I)nteractions And Relationship Success Online
(E) Why (E)ntrepreneurs Live For The Digital Lifestyle
(S) How We Are All (S)tudents Of The Digital Life
(T) How The Digital Lifestyle Has Changed (T)ravel Forever
(L)iving Off The Grid – When The Digital Lifestyle Goes Wrong
(E) Entrepreneur Your Way To Online Success All From Your Sofa
