The Pull of the Entrepreneur
Life is very interesting because you never really know what is coming next until you get there. I guess you could say it is like riding a roller coaster for the first time. However, in life you can’t just get back on line to do it again. You only get one chance to make your life meaningful. While some people see meaning as being a good son or daughter, having a significant relationship, or raising a child of their own I have always been looking for more.
It’s hard to say exactly what that more is but I truly believe I am certain it has to do with greatness. I want to make a mark, not just on my immediate family and friends, but on everyone. I want to leave the Earth and have people know that I made a difference. For years now I have known that the best opportunity for me to be in a position to set a positive example, make peoples lives better, and offer assistance is through entrepreneurship.
In my estimation, many professionals, such as lawyers, doctors, and accountants have a ceiling. Of course there are standouts in every field but for the most part you can only make so much money or wield so much influence. The level that a successful entrepreneur can reach is unparalleled. There are no bounds to the impact that one industrious man can make as a successful businessperson, the whole word could be at your fingertips.
It is that drive that has propelled me to achieve what I already have and pushes me to continue on my journey. It is both good and bad because while I am very proud of my accomplishments, often times I am not satisfied. I can certainly savor a victory but then I am immediately on to the next challenge. Greatness is extraordinary because it is hard to come by. That’s what makes it so special. While is easy to be discouraged and the world can knock you down, it’s important to remember that if it were easy, everyone would achieve it.
Arlen Marmel is founder of Teez Whiz
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