I have to take a stand because my business is home-based. I may not be in the fore-running with companies like Microsoft or Wal-mart, but when someone, especially a family member, wants to burst your bubble, and make you give up on what you are building, then you have to really look at your relationship. I don't feel the need to tell everyone what my business brings in or doesn't, but seeing as even Bill Gates and Sam Walton had to start somewhere, I'll take my chances and ride the stars; I'll ride high, I might add.
First, to the family member who feels that home-based businesses are not real businesses, I would love to share how some of the most prominent businesses today started out of the founder's kitchen, living room or even their garage.
Here's a few listed below:
- Facebook-Founder: Mark Zuckerberg
Place started business: His Harvard Dorm Room - Google-Founder: Larry Page and Sergey Brin
Place started business: In a garage - Ebay-Founder: Pierre Omidyar
Place started business: In the home of Pierre Omidyar - Linkedin-Founder: Reid Hoffman
Place started business: In the living room
Just think what all of us would have missed out on if these entrepreneurs had listened to the "shakers and the doubters". You see, a business is still a business, no matter the location. The state and federal governments recognize it, but it's still taking some time for some family members, friends, and co-workers to get it through their heads. While their heads are buried in the sand, I will keep mine high above.
If you are facing a similiar situation, I can only tell you that your dreams are not just for you. Birthing your dream from home can change the world. Facebook, Google, and many others are top examples of this.
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