The Stress of Working in the Corporate World

A common theme that I come across as I talk to friends and colleagues working in the corporate world these days is; "I'm working longer hours, I don't feel appreciated by my boss or company, I'm feeling stressed and I am generally not enjoying my work." If you work in the corporate world, is this how you are feeling?Well if it is, there is a saying going around that goes like this; 'If the horse dies, dismount!'If this is where you are at, then I would suggest that you consider the benefits of an online business. These benefits range from the ability to work from home (and avoid the stress of getting to and from work), the ability to work when you want to (and take time out when you don't), the ability to spend more time with your family and friends or in leisure pursuits. Compared to what you are currently feeling about work, how attractive would that be?Another major advantage is that by using the internet you have the ability to participate in a global business, a 'business without boundaries'. Did you know that there are currently 1.5 Billion people using the internet and another 1 million new internet users coming online every day? Is that an opportunity or what?Combine this with an increasing trend for people to do business online. As we all know E-commerce is booming and represents a great opportunity for anyone looking to start an online business. In order to succeed in this however, one has to poses the ability to apply oneself to learn a new set of skills required to market products and services online.In starting an online business, you need to carefully consider which option is best for you. With so many online business opportunities available today - some good, some average and some downright bad, this is the hard part. You need to find a company that provides a well-proven training and support programme. Unfortunately some companies promise the earth in this, but deliver very little in return once they have received your sign up fee.As it is easy to get bewildered by the huge array of information, training courses, etc, you will need to be part of a company that provides only tried and proven training products - ones that you can trust and have confidence in. This will help you keep focussed on the job in hand, in order to become a successful internet marketer.Another thing to consider in choosing an on line business is to join a company that provides an effective automated marketing system that helps you to convert your leads into sales. This may even include a call centre that contacts by telephone those who opt into your opportunity. At the end of the day, in order for you to leverage the internet, you need to have a marketing system that works for you 24/7.So let me ask that question again; "Has your horse has died?" If so, then you need to dismount. Maybe you need to consider a change that includes starting an online business?