Be Self-Disciplined

Be Self-Disciplined
Owning your own business requires a great deal of time and effort. We have heard potential
business owners exclaim that they are going to quit working eight hours a day for a company and be
free to set their own hours. It is true that you can decide on your hours. However, working for
yourself will probably be equivalent to holding down two jobs, at least for the first three or four
years until the business is functioning smoothly. For this reason, it will be necessary to develop a
high degree of self-discipline.
Be willing to work long hours when it is necessary. If an extra effort is needed to get a job done,
you will have to do it. Decide what hours you are willing to work and stick to your schedule. Don't
fall into the trap of thinking that you are free. You are your own boss and you will have to treat
yourself as you would an employee.