| p>Living a lifestyle that frees you from the rat race | | | | in freedom. You can work just about anywhere. |
| and allows you to live almost anywhere is a dream for | | | | 4. Direct selling - This is a great option for many people |
| many people. I learned a long time ago that being stuck | | | | who want to start a business of their own but have |
| in a cubicle when it is gorgeous outside wasn't for me. | | | | no idea what to sell. Direct selling allows you to market |
| Maybe you are now experiencing that same dilemma. | | | | products that are already in demand without having |
| There is a way to break free from the 9 to 5. Below | | | | the expensive start-up costs associated with starting a |
| are some tips that may help you on your way of | | | | business from scratch. |
| quitting your job and traveling abroad. | | | | 5. Start part-time - A smart way to start is by working |
| 1. Have an action plan - Before even considering | | | | in your off hours to build up your new venture. Keep |
| quitting your job, it is wise to create a plan of action. | | | | your full-time job until your part-time income surpasses |
| Write down your goals of when you want to resign, | | | | what you are earning working 40 hours per week. |
| where you want to go, and options you are | | | | This way you are not risking it all at once. |
| considering for income. Figure out how much income | | | | It is also important to save up as much money as you |
| you will need to bring in. | | | | can before quitting your full-time job. Having a savings |
| 2. Take note of your skills - Do the skills you currently | | | | will help for those times when income isn't steady or |
| have in demand? Can you transition into freelance | | | | for any type of emergencies that may arise. It takes |
| work from home? Do you have a hobby that can | | | | time to create income streams that will free you from |
| become a full-time business? | | | | the rat race. However, with patience and persistence, it |
| 3. Use the internet - Many people turn to the digital | | | | can be done. |
| lifestyle meaning they make most of their income | | | | Never lose sight of your goal and stay dedicated. |
| online whether it be through running an online store, | | | | Many people have successfully left the rat race and |
| creating a popular blog and selling ad space, or affiliate | | | | are living the life of their dreams. |
| marketing. Running your business online is the ultimate | | | | |