Tumultuous times have a way of inducing tunnel vision. We can be so worried about the present circumstances around us that we forget about the future, and we forget to look inside, when we consider the next move. Instead of seeking safety, why not look for opportunities in the storm-tossed economy?
The Boston Globe focused this week on small business owners who got their start when they got the boot from a larger firm. “If history offers any indication, the nation’s small business community could experience a growth spurt during this recession,” according to the Globe.
Making the move to professional independence isn’t easy. But small business owners often feel like they have more control over their future, and a greater ability to do work that matters to them.