What is an Enterpreneur



Becoming an Entrepreneur - How to Turn a Hobby Into a Business

By Edmund Lee

Hobbies are wonderful avenues to add some fun and excitement to your life, as well as to relieve stress. Many people have successfully turned their hobbies into a profitable business that they enjoy on a daily basis. Turning a hobby into a business is one of the most exciting and fulfilling things to do on the path to becoming an entrepreneur. After all, doing what you are passionate about for a career is the best kind of career to have. That is the true essence of being an entrepreneur.

Do you love teaching? If so, consider holding educational seminars or online webinars. Do you spend every evening working on your antique cars? If so, maybe you could turn that passion into a business where you fix up vehicles and flip them. Love working on the computer and being on social media? Perhaps you could start a company that helps others improve their online presence through social media. There are numerous opportunities for you to turn your passions into a career that fulfills you.

Do your research.

If you have a hobby that you are thinking about turning into a business, the first thing you will need to do is research the market to see if people will be interested in purchasing your product or service. Check to see if there is a demand in the marketplace for the type of business you are creating. After checking the demand, verify to see if there are already successful businesses in that niche and if so, take some time to research them. You can also ask your family and friends if they would be interested in your type of business and ask them for input. The Internet has tons of information in this area, so be sure to take advantage of it.

Identify the Dream, Vision, Purpose, and Mission

The next step in turning your hobby into a business is to take the time to identify the dream, vision, purpose, and mission for your business. Often times, these 4 criteria are the most overlooked. However, they are the most important as they are the heart and soul of any company that is created. Correctly identify these 4 criteria and not only will your business mean the world to you, but it will positively impact and help your employees, vendors, and the world understand that your company was created not only to make a profit, but to benefit the world in a positive way.

Don't quit your day job.

Beginning your own business can be risky when it comes to finances, so it is advisable that you begin part-time and don't quit your day job until you are positive that your income from your business is stable and sufficient. It may take some time to market and get your business booming, so don't become discouraged if things don't take off right away.

Educate yourself.

Being an entrepreneur can be very rewarding. Inspire and motivate yourself by reading about other entrepreneurs who are successful and educate yourself on the ins and outs of owning your own business. Surround yourself with mentors who have been where you want to be. The more time you invest learning about business, marketing, and entrepreneurship, the more likely you are to succeed.

Stay positive.

Turning your hobby into a business ought to be a fun and rewarding project. It is important that you choose something that you truly love so that you can maintain the energy and enthusiasm throughout the entire process. Enjoy the journey as it unfolds. As the saying goes, "Rome was not built in a day," neither are businesses. It takes time, dedication, patience, and perseverance to turn your hobby into a career. Enjoy the journey.


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Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Professional Branding and Graphic Design


Professional Branding and Athlete Marketing



October 2011 Wainright Productions begins working with Diverse Unlimited Magazine in order to create amateur and professional Athlete Marketing opportunities. Diverse Unlimited is a National magazine that will allow the Wainright Productions training team “The University of Boxing” to offer Virtual Office services, Graphic Design, Branding services, Online and Printed Magazine Advertising Options, and Website design. Additionally through Diverse Unlimited Magazine we will offer Credit Card Processing Services, Voicemail, and Fax Services and Email Blast services in order to promote you as an athlete or your Promotion to thousands of potential customers and fans.


Diverse Unlimited has allowed Wainright Productions as a group to offer the opportunity for athletes to become independent affiliates. Individuals that understand Athlete Marketing are the perfect resources for explaining the importance of marketing You, and or Your Brand. Through our partnership with Diverse Unlimited we will help any athlete who wants to become an small business Athlete Marketing professional. We will set up a website designed to offer those services for you and teach you how to get paid to help other athletes, entertainers or small business owners.


At Wainright Productions we want to help you create your business and or career beyond professional fighting. This is an extremely low cost opportunity to create a small business doing something that’s probably close to your heart anyway. You will learn how to help other Small Businesses, Promoters, Athletes, Managers, Boxing gyms, Trainers, and Entertainers market themselves and their products or events. Now You will be the company that they rely on to help design and create posters, flyers, and advertising and design packages to promote themselves and their events. Now you have the opportunity to create additional income for yourself by helping others. The best part is that we will help you to help other people and you will get paid at the same time.

The Premier 360 program will allow you to do full 360 degree turn around. You can go from creating, marketing, and promoting yourself to running your own company designed to help anyone or group market themselves and their products also.



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Sunday, October 23, 2011

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