Before I started my own online business, I was in the construction industry for 20 years. You may not realize how close I came to failure. After five years of struggling in construction, I came very close to closing my business.

You see, when you start a construction company, the most important thing on your mind is finding work. I started off with small repair jobs that would last about 2-3 days, but stringing enough jobs back-to-back, without any down time, was kind of tough at first. Pretty soon I had all of the small jobs I could handle, but I really wanted the larger jobs that were more profitable and where you could stay in one place longer (it was much more efficient than setting up for a new job every morning).

As my business grew, I began to get larger jobs. Between myself and my helper, we were busy. Eventually it dawned on me – I had reached my limit. Physically, my helper and I were doing all that we could.

Then, something occurred to me

I had also reached my limit, money wise. My earnings had plateaued. Since we could not physically produce more, we could not earn more. I was frustrated. I enjoyed owning my own business, but I also knew I could work less and earn more by working as a building superintendent in Houston. Imagine – free medical insurance, free dental insurance, a retirement plan, and more.

Being self-employed, I had none of these benefits. It was time to make a decision – keep working 70 hours a week, with no benefits, or make a change. I decided it was time to change.

I found a course offered by the Home Builders Association in San Antonia. This three-day seminar was full of fascinating information and interesting people. A fellow participant, Don Boozer, offered some great advice. He suggested I move into general contracting. Of course, I’d need to delegate, to share the responsibilities.

“Don, that’s crazy. I can’t phone other people to do my work. Nobody will pay me for that!” I insisted.

Don’s reply was confident as he said, “Yes, they will pay you. They’ll pay you very well!” And you know what? They did!

I took a chance and followed his advice. Over the next year, my income doubled. The job in Houston wasn’t looking so attractive anymore. In the next year, my income doubled again. And my income has remained at least six figures every year, ever since.

I’m not saying that to brag. Don’s advice helped me, and it can help you too.

Because, the only way to increase your income fast is to increase your business awareness fast. And the fastest way to do that is to start an ez web business or attend a conference that is specific to your industry. If you want to make money online, then go to a conference that is SPECIFIC to making money online and there you can map out a business plan for an online business!

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