Remy and his best bud Martin (yes, they were named for our favorite after-dinner drink) love to relax. But your business won't go too far if you nap too much.
I managed a department in the financial services industry and had a management trainee going through a 3-month stint. Assigned him a project, gave directions,and offered constant guidance and help - then watched him snooze away his time. When his report was due, he submitted one of the worst drafts I've ever seen. My criticism was biting and to the point. Sent him on his way and never thought much more about him.
To my shock, 6 months later, he was at my office door to thank me. He'd quit and gone into another line of work. His comment went something like this: 'You made me realize that I wasn't happy with what I was doing. So I quit and started my own business in the consumer services area. It's slow going, but I really am loving it and I think it will grow'.
You need to enjoy your home-based business, the company you work with and its products/services. If you do, you won't be beaten. But it takes work to be a successful entrepreneur.
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