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<\/p>\nA career setback is just that \u2013 a setback.\u00a0In fact, this can be a wonderful opportunity to make the life you want for yourself. \u00a0If you have dreamed of being your own boss, this may be the ideal the time to make that dream come true. \u00a0Starting your own business<\/a> is a huge commitment and it\u2019s a lot of work; the benefits outweigh the costs for most.<\/p>\n Here are just a few examples for Starting Your Own Business:<\/p>\n Real Estate Agent – <\/strong>If you have a background in sales, you can parlay your skills into a lucrative career in real estate. \u00a0Real estate agents can make hundreds of thousands<\/a>of dollars a year, with real estate brokers making even more due to their training and expertise. \u00a0Starting out as an agent helps you to get to know the system, build clientele, and save start-up funds if you want to work on your own. \u00a0It\u2019s the perfect start for a person who wants their own business because it provides a flexible schedule and an incredible potential to earn.<\/p>\n Professional Business Coach – <\/strong>If you have experience helping someone else turn their small business into a successful venture, there are other business owners who want your expertise. \u00a0A professional business coach<\/a> works with entrepreneurs to come up with a strategy that will keep them on track to their overall goals. Coaching has far more potential and greater results than consulting because the process is so completely different. \u00a0Start by learning about coach training<\/a>.\u00a0 In addition to the freedom of working for yourself, you also get the satisfaction of helping small business owners realize their dreams.<\/p>\n Property Management – <\/strong>If you have property under your belt, take advantage of the growing rates of renters<\/a> and fix it up for a lease. \u00a0Property management is great because after a time, it is primarily passive income. You can spend your free time looking into new places you want to invest in or completing renovations on a fixer upper you want to flip.<\/p>\n Bicycle Repair –<\/strong>More and more<\/a> people are opting out of rush hour in favor of biking for their commute. \u00a0In addition to missing the gridlock, biking is also an eco-friendly way to get around town that also helps tone your muscles, lungs, and heart. \u00a0If you\u2019ve been quite handy and know your way around a bicycle, cyclists will pay big bucks for your magic touch whenever they are out of commission. \u00a0Once you get in good with one customer, they pass on your information to friends and family and you are set for business growth.<\/p>\n Tour Guide –<\/strong>You know your city better than anyone. Show visitors the ins and outs of a local area by coming up with your own tour that shows them the sights. People want to experience cities first-hand rather than falling into \u201ctourist traps\u201d. \u00a0The more original<\/a> your tour — with plenty of local flavor — the more it will attract out-of-towners.<\/p>\n A career setback can be a really great thing. \u00a0This is your opportunity to make a life that you want. \u00a0It takes hard work and commitment; with perseverance, you too can be your own boss in charge of a small business.<\/p>\n\n