Greg MearesBlog | Greg Meares http://www.gregmeares.com Call Center, Internet Marketer and Cool Dude! Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:22:23 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://www.gregmeares.com http://www.gregmeares.com/wp-content/mbp-favicon/GregMeares45xs.jpg Greg Meares Job Security and Owning Your Own Business http://www.gregmeares.com/job-security-and-owning-your-own-business/ http://www.gregmeares.com/job-security-and-owning-your-own-business/#comments Tue, 05 Apr 2011 22:04:51 +0000 Greg Meares http://www.gregmeares.com/2011/04/05/job-security-and-owning-your-own-business/ // Create the tooltips only on document load jQuery(document).ready(function() { // Use the each() method to gain access to each elements attributes jQuery('.optin_keywordlink a[href]').each(function() { jQuery(this).mouseover(function() { jQuery(this).css({'text-decoration':'underline'}).show().fadeIn(1000); }); jQuery(this).mouseout(function() { jQuery('.optin_keywordlink a[href]').css({'text-decoration':'none'}).show().fadeIn(1000); }); jQuery(this).qtip( { content: { text: 'Loading...', ajax: { url: 'http://www.gregmeares.com/wp-content/plugins/listevolution/template.php?key='+jQuery(this).attr('rel') , }, title: { } }, position: { at: "top right", // Position the tooltip my: "left center", viewport: jQuery(window) // Keep the tooltip on-screen at all times }, show: { solo: true, // Only show one tooltip at a time event: "mouseover" }, hide: "unfocus", events: { hide: function(event, api) { jQuery('.optin-video').html(''); }}, style: { tip: true, classes: "ui-tooltip-dark ui-tooltip-rounded ui-tooltip-shadow" } }) }) // Make sure it doesn't follow the link when we click it .click(function(event) { event.preventDefault(); }); });

Internet MarketingIs there really such a thing as "Job Security?"

Clearly the way things are playing out in 2011, it doesn't seem that you can depend on a corporate job to provide you the security you seek.  I've heard of too many hard luck stories to believe that you can trust anybody but yourself.

I've been an entrepreneur for many years and my wife and I have been on opposing sides of this debate… She believes, and feels more comfortable with the thought of getting paid every two weeks.  I, on the other hand, believe that it is worth the risk to take matters in your own hands.  I'm not sure we will ever be in agreement.  :-)

Nevertheless, whether you want to establish job security or just increase your income, starting a home based business is a great idea.  Not to mention it can set you FREE!

Take me for example, although I am involved in many different disciplines, I've learned how to monetize my expertise.  If I'm not making any sense, then you obviously haven't visited my Revenue Streams page.  My background is working in call centers, I've learned how to monetize this industry for my benefit.  But even more importantly is that it exposed me to other revenue streams.

How awesome is that?

To be honest I didn't start off making a car load of cash… be weary of this rhetoric, it simply is not the norm, and although t may happen for some, it is clear that this is the exception.

I originally set out to make a TON of money, but ultimately became fascinated with the technology Internet Marketers used to make money online.  I enjoy working on projects like this.  So after awhile the money wasn't the important point – but of course that's easy to say when you have it, right?  :-)

I love the process now…

But I digress. 

Hands down, having a home based business is the best initiative that I've pursued,  You may find it is for you too.

Here's a snippet of a very time article that you enjoy reading…

Of course, working from home is not for everyone. If you’re a very social person who needs daily adult interaction, it will be tough on you. But to those who can manage the isolation, starting your own business and working from a home office offers plenty of advantages, including saving on commute and on work clothes, a low overhead (we don’t rent an office, don’t have employees to worry about) and – of course – plenty of flexibility.  Continue Reading….

I have an opportunity that I think you should check out.  In fact, you should read my recent post on webinars I'm putting on regarding this business opportunity.  You can do so here:  Click here to register for the webinar.

Here's to your success!

Greg Meares

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Perhaps the greatest teacher of positive thinking is a child. Children are the ultimate positive thinkers. They have not learned that life throws curves and that challenges are around every corner. They look at life as a big adventure. Maybe you should adopt that way of thinking.

Think about a child in your life. They seem to have no fear of new things. They will try anything once. They love life and are optimistic and happy. Children love to explore the world and what life has to offer. They are willing to put themselves out there just to learn.

Children have to have this amazement for life. This is how they learn and how they develop their identity. It allows them to live in a positive manner.

Children do not jump to the negative because they believe there is good out there. They do not know about all the bad that the world holds because you shelter them from that.

Let yourself develop that child-like faith. Stop yourself from dwelling on the bad in life and start looking for the positive instead.

Think about that saying ‘stop and smell the roses’. A child would do that, but would you? Chances are it is not likely you would. So, change that about yourself.

Slow down and take time to enjoy life. Stop filling everyday with to do’s. Enjoy life and you will soon find it is easy to embrace the positive.

Here are some things that children do that you can bring into your life. These things will help you to be able to look at the positive instead of the negative.

  1. Explore new things. Instead of walking away from the unknown, walk towards it. Children are always exploring. This is how they learn. Let yourself start exploring again.
  2. Do not walk away from a challenge. When children are challenged, they get excited and look at it as a game. Let yourself accept challenges instead of walking away.
  3. Make a mess. Children are messy. They love to make messes, but most of the time it is not just to make you mad. Children make messes because they are learning and they simply do not care if they get a little messy in the process. Happiness can be messy and unrestricted.
  4. Ignore the rules. Children ignore the rules all the time. Often it gets them into trouble, but many times, they end up having a fun time simply because they are doing something they were specifically told not to do. Defying authority can be an adrenaline rush. Break a few rules now and then and let yourself feel like a kid again.
  5. Pretend. Make believe is a big part of being a child. Almost everything you do revolve around pretending. The imagination is a wonderful thing. Allow yourself to go to some make believe place. Get away for your normal life and pretend you are someone else. Have fun and you are sure to smile.

There are plenty more ways you can use the influence of a child to drive your progress towards a positive attitude. You should watch children play. Just see what they do and take notes on how different their lives are from yours. How do they get through the day without stressing about every little thing?

Do not let yourself get hung up on the fact that they do not have responsibility. Responsibility should in no way hold you back from being positive. It is just an excuse and excuses kill the positive attitude you are working so hard to build.

Just focus on being child-like. Let yourself be free and just love life.

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Sorry I’ve been away for a couple of days.  I have been working on a major project with my other business, Blue Sky Brothers.com.

I am testing out a new system called Viral Friend Generator.  I’ll keep you posted on how things go. 

If you get a chance please visit my new blog at http://www.blueskybrothers.com

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Kylee (my daughter) and I just got home from her soccer game and I wanted to put together a quick video for one of my new websites, www,virtualmediasuccess.com, the site is not complete but you get the general idea.

I set her up in the living room with a coloring book and put on her favorite show, (Spongebob Squarepants),  Then I ran back into my office knowing that I only had a few minutes.

Well I tried to record the video once and didn’t like it.  I got ready to start it again, when she walked in.  Kylee jumped up into my lap and I figured what the hey.  I’ll take another practice run.

While I was recording the video, completely serious and focused on the camera,  she was busy…

 

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Have you ever heard of helloWorld?

The tag line for helloWorld is "digital life made simple."

HelloWorld is a way to….

  • Communicate with video;
  • Create and manage video content effortlessly;
  • Share photos and videos;
  • Publish video content in multiple formats automatically;
  • Be discovered and showcase your talents…to the world on TV

Not to mention the technology has…

  • Blog
  • Video IM
  • Broadcaster
  • Video Mail
  • Podcast
  • Media Vault

It really is a cool way to communicate.

Also, if you interested in making money with this technology, you can by visiting: VM Direct

You’ll enjoy this easy to use but powerful suite of tools.

Enjoy!

Greg

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