Don't quit!

I was feeling somewhat low. I don't want to say that I am depressed, but I was feeling something. I didn't have the motivation today to do my home-based travel business. I have so much to do, I can't seem to get started. I was feeling overwhelmed and was ready to quit my business.

I decided to take a nap, but then I couldn't sleep, so I decided to read. I picked up a NACTA magazine and started reading an article about another home-based travel agent and what she was going through. It was great! Reading that article was the boost that I needed to get moving. The agent described my exact sentiments about being in the business - lack of organization her home and office, trying to answer the phone and tend to family matters, paying household and business bills, keeping up with all the changes in the business and trying to complete the self study courses, and answering clients travel requests in a timely manner, etc. Despite all that madness, she is loving every bit of it and so do I!

I can't quit this business, I love it too much and it keeps my mind active. I wish I could say it was the money, but it's not. I am just barely breaking even. I know I could make money if I put more time into my sales and marketing efforts. I have to keep myself motivated and on task, plus stay focused. I also have to maintain a positive attitude and surround myself with positive and productive people. As my mom frequently says to me, "keep looking up and don't quit."