How can we discover what is important to us? Some people call it finding our passion. Other people call it identifying what we value most. But either way, what is the process for discovering what those are? These are important questions for keeping you going in your home based business. The ups and downs are easier to navigate when you are clear on your driving passion.

In addition, discovering your passion is critical for a fulfilled life. One challenge with the quest is our continual over packed lifestyles, the lack of reflection and planning in our lives. Most people spend more time planning their vacations than their lives. So part of the process in knowing your purpose or passion is first recognizing it is an important task and then creating time to begin that journey. The word journey is important because what may be your passion at 22 might change at 30, 40, etc. Knowing that the passion you identify at 22 is not necessarily going to be your mission at 40, can be freeing. Life does ebb and flow and our passion may vary some as we age.

Once you’ve identified you need to know your passion, I recommend setting aside some time, to do some dreaming Creating the time and space to do this important work might mean an afternoon or day to yourself, but certainly carving out a few hours. Find a location that is free from distractions and encourages your creativity. If you are a spiritual person, asking for wisdom and guidance in the task will remind you are not alone. Then with a journal or a writing pad in hand begin to ask yourself some questions. Putting pen to paper is important-there is a neurological difference that comes form that activity! Some ideas for questions include: “If time and money were no object what would I do?’ “What activities give me the most joy?” “When and where do I fill the most fulfilled?” “What job or activities would I do even if I did not get paid?” “What are at least three times in my life thus far where I experienced the most passion and joy?” “Who do I know that is doing something you would like to do?” “How would I make the world a better place?” With these questions look for a theme or even a common feeling that sparks some passion. Then begin to try on some things for how they really feel. If the clarity does not come immediately, don’t be hard on yourself but let it percolate and come back to this another day or week.

Make a plan to read more on something that seems to light your fire, find mentors in an area that interests you. If your love for that continues to grow, then you will know you’re headed in the right direction. If you find your interest wanes, go back and look for other themes of a passion or ask questions again. You may find your vehicle for achieving your dreams is not about child welfare for example but if you find a home based business that is simple and allows you to create the income to reach your dream, you will be motivated to stay with the process.

When it comes to earning an income from home, San Antonio is the place to be.  From its healthy economy to its proximity to the internet marketing Mecca of Austin, in San Antonio, opportunities abound to make extra money from home.

A couple years ago, San Antonio was called the #1 place for entrepreneurs.  I would argue that this holds true today.  No other city can boast a stable real estate market like San Antonio can.  In fact, homebuilders are experiencing a new boom, as outer lying areas lend themselves to an increase in growth and development.

Even with the cutbacks at the Toyota plant, the job market remains strong.  This creates a climate where people have money to invest in a legitimate home based business opportunity.

So where do you look for an income from home in San Antonio?  Right here at the Income From Home Network.  Our lead trainer, Rana Burr lives there.

Rana possesses high level knowledge in building a home based business.  In fact, Rana is certified to teach a highly sought-after course called “Building a Business on the Internet” to San Antonio business and community colleges.  What’s more, she is currently assisting local businesses to increase their rankings in the search engines, helping them to be found on the first page for the keywords that help their customers find them more easily.

For moms making money at home, San Antonio offers an opportunity to personally connect with Rana.  Being a stay-at-home mom herself and a homeschooler, she makes herself available to help other stay-at-home moms work from home.  She can get on the phone with you or meet you at Starbucks.

Rana is very well versed in building profitable website based on your own interests and experiences.  She also knows what it takes to earn a full time income from home and why networking is the key to fast financial growth.  She can provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed.

Rana works very closely with the Income From Home Network to keep them at the cutting edge of the home based business industry.  She can help you steer clear of the usual obstacles an pitfalls common in the online and home money making arenas.

The possibilities are endless when it comes to getting help earning an extra income from home.  San Antonio provides the ultimate opportunity for learning and growth.  What more could you need to get off to a great start?

Contact the Income From Home network today to find out how they can help you, too.  And if you are in San Antonio, give Rana a call at (210) 637-9766.  She would love to hear from you.

Income from home for stay at home moms is a two-edged sword. On the one hand, moms are extremely busy. And on the other hand, they usually have a lot of traits that would make them very successful in anything they do. Read the rest of this entry

I want to tell you a short story about my life, and how it’s changed. I’m taking the time to do this because I think there are a lot of people out there like me, looking for something different, for more freedom and free time, and more opportunities to contribute to the lives of our children and our communities.

I was a successful modeling and simulation engineer with a highly paid skill job with a major defense company. My husband and I were newly married, and life was good. The two of us both traveled extensively with our jobs, but it was exciting and fun.

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