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Entrepreneurship: What sort of day job should you get as an entrepreneur trying to launch your own business?
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Joy Broto Nath , Global Corporate Trainer & Strategist answered:

If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, there are different career paths you can take to turn your dream into a reality. Which path you choose will depend on your experience, skills, finances, and flexibility, as well as your goals for the future. Even though some entrepreneurs have become successful without spending time in a traditional workplace, many people do have solid work experience before starting their own business. That experience equips them with the skills they need to get a business off the ground and up and running.
There are jobs that will hone your entrepreneurial skills while you learn the ins and outs of running a business. There are plenty of jobs with regular schedules that give you free time to spend on your own projects. There are also jobs and gigs where you can work a flexible schedule that leaves you time to pursue your passion. It can also make financial sense to start a new venture as a side job because not all new businesses are successful.
Having an income, you can count on while you grow your own business can be a solid strategy for success. If you focus on jobs that align with your aspirations, you’ll be able to develop the skills you need either to start your own venture on a full-time basis or as a side job or gig to eventually transition into your own full-time business. The jobs that are the best fit for you will help you gain experience in the career field or industry where you want to launch your own business. These are some of the positions that will give you the general experience you need to equip yourself for going it alone.
Whether you are starting a small local firm or planning to roll out your venture on a larger scale, strong social media skills will be essential. Whether you are starting out in a management training program or have moved up the career ladder, working in management will give you the leadership, people, and communications experience you will need to be successful. There are jobs where you do not have to bring the job home with you or work extra hours. If you are willing to dedicate after-hours time to your new venture, you will have the free time you need to get your business started.
Besides if you do have any questions give me a call: https://clarity.fm/joy-brotonath

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