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WEST PALM BEACH, FL -- "I teach kids to buy two bicycles; one to ride and one to rent," says business philosopher Jim Rohn. Entrepreneurialism is a natural human phenomenon and today, with job security as secure as airline flight schedules, the only security is the security you create for yourself.

One of the best ways to start your own business is to do it while working for someone else. Start it part-time. Who said it's best to put all your eggs in one basket? Whatever happened to diversification and multiple streams of income? Everyone should have a business, even a part time business, for three main reasons: 1) To build a safety net, 2) to pursue your passions, and 2) to use as a tax write off.

Here are 8 principles for successful entrepreneurs. 1) Identify a business opportunity that gets you excited. 2) Develop a name and logo for the business. 3) Read books on starting your own business. 4) Work an hour on your business every day. 5) Select at least 3 people to be on your board of directors - to advise you with your business. 6) Write a business plan with strategies and deadlines. 7) Enjoy the journey of starting your own business. 8) Visualize and feel success today - to manifest it tomorrow.

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Staff Writer, The Career Digest

LAS VEGAS, NV -- Have you dreamed of owning your own business but don't know where to start? Franchises are becoming more and more popular as a way for people to buy and own their own business. Here are 4 main advantages to owning a franchise.

First, you're able to operate your own business with the security of working with a large company. Second, the start-up, operations and general business plans are laid out for you with training and support from the franchisor. Third, you reduce your risk due to the success of the franchisor's reputation & experience. Fourth, it may be easier to borrow money to start a franchise than an independent business. If you've been thinking about starting your own business, we recommend a free consultation with FranChoice, the premier "matchmaker" of the franchising industry.

During your consultation the consultants from FranChoice will help you identify franchise businesses that meet your criteria based on your goals, skills and preferences. Then they'll guide you through the franchise investigation process and answer all your questions. Because FranChoice is paid for by the various companies offering franchises to help them find suitable matches, it's free to you and there's no commitment or pressure to buy. To instantly sign up for your free consultation, just go to FranChoice .