Whenever I hear this saying, I think of Facebook. Why? Because when I
lost my job in 2010, I posted on Facebook that I was "caught on the
wrong end of a downsizing" and my post was flooded with responses. The
above saying was by far the most often quoted by my Facebook friends
from all over the world. It's true. In the time that I've been on my
own, many doors have opened, and it's been a joy and quite an adventure
discovering what lies behind them.
Also, consider the options that the closed door offers for YOU to find new opportunities on your own. Is there something you've always wanted to do but haven't had the time to devote to it? If you won the lottery tomorrow and no longer had to worry about a paycheck, would you still be doing what you're doing? If your answer is "Heck NO!" what would you be doing instead?
I'm not saying you should jump ship immediately and go full-throttle after your dream. Choose one aspect of your dream that you can work on while you are still gainfully employed.
Do you want to write a book? Start a blog. Journal for ten minutes every day. Do something that gets you in the habit of writing on a regular basis. Think about it, writing a 500 word blog every week (about the length of this article) for a year gives you 26,000 words towards your book. Little habits, done regularly, lead to massive accomplishments.
Do you want to be a professional jewelry designer? Start by making your own jewelry. See what pieces get the most compliments and keep a log of what people like. Create a few pieces for sale. Gradually add to your line and when you've assembled enough of a collection, host a jewelry party. Learn everything you can about having your own business so when you're ready to take the plunge, you'll have a solid financial foundation on which to build your business.
Do you want to be a coach - life coach, business coach, wellness coach, etc.? First and foremost, HIRE A COACH. Interview several coaches and choose the one that most closely aligns with your goals and personality. Design a plan for your business and find out from your coach the lessons that he or she has learned along the way. Don't be afraid to ask for help, and remember to acknowledge the support you receive.
You can do anything you want to do - but it won't necessarily happen instantaneously. Do what you can, with what you have, where you are, and you will build a base for your success.
As the saying goes, people, jobs and events come into our lives for a reason, a season or a lifetime. Even when we think people or circumstances are SUPPOSED to be in our lives, it's not always the case. When it's time to let go - LET GO. Chances are you'll discover something or someone even better when you take the time and pay attention to the
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Also, consider the options that the closed door offers for YOU to find new opportunities on your own. Is there something you've always wanted to do but haven't had the time to devote to it? If you won the lottery tomorrow and no longer had to worry about a paycheck, would you still be doing what you're doing? If your answer is "Heck NO!" what would you be doing instead?
I'm not saying you should jump ship immediately and go full-throttle after your dream. Choose one aspect of your dream that you can work on while you are still gainfully employed.
Do you want to write a book? Start a blog. Journal for ten minutes every day. Do something that gets you in the habit of writing on a regular basis. Think about it, writing a 500 word blog every week (about the length of this article) for a year gives you 26,000 words towards your book. Little habits, done regularly, lead to massive accomplishments.
Do you want to be a professional jewelry designer? Start by making your own jewelry. See what pieces get the most compliments and keep a log of what people like. Create a few pieces for sale. Gradually add to your line and when you've assembled enough of a collection, host a jewelry party. Learn everything you can about having your own business so when you're ready to take the plunge, you'll have a solid financial foundation on which to build your business.
Do you want to be a coach - life coach, business coach, wellness coach, etc.? First and foremost, HIRE A COACH. Interview several coaches and choose the one that most closely aligns with your goals and personality. Design a plan for your business and find out from your coach the lessons that he or she has learned along the way. Don't be afraid to ask for help, and remember to acknowledge the support you receive.
You can do anything you want to do - but it won't necessarily happen instantaneously. Do what you can, with what you have, where you are, and you will build a base for your success.
As the saying goes, people, jobs and events come into our lives for a reason, a season or a lifetime. Even when we think people or circumstances are SUPPOSED to be in our lives, it's not always the case. When it's time to let go - LET GO. Chances are you'll discover something or someone even better when you take the time and pay attention to the
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/7456573
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