Teachers are always looking for a way to make extra money. The Problem is that in order for you to make that happen you have to do after school tutoring, work retail, restaurant. Even then the amount of money you make is not worth your time. As a teacher my time is so important. I don't want to be working 60 hour weeks I want to do something that can be put on autopilot.
Reason 1: Extra Money
Having Extra money will allow you to buy materials for your classroom. Makes you feel better about yourself not having to worry about where you are going to find the money to pay for things. You can also treat your self to what ever you want.
Reason 2: More Time
An online business will allow you to spend more time with your family and friends. No more late nights of grading papers after you get home from your part time job. You will be able to do more things that you keep saying I wish I could find time to work out. With an online business now you will.
Reason 3: Financial Freedom.
How many of you worry each month where you are going to find the money to pay your bills and at the same time try to pay off debt, student loans and save up for the summer. Rarely does it happen without your head spinning in different directions. Financial Freedom is easier to attain than you have heard.
Reason 4: Teachers can really start their own business
Everyday you go to your classroom and teach your students. It took me a while to realize that as teachers we really are the CEO of our own company. The company in this case is the classroom and your customers are the students. You are always finding new ways to teach the same concepts. You have to keep the students engaged each day so that they will come back. You also have to manage your own time, grade papers, write test, conference with parents. It's a non stop job.
Reason 5: Summers off
Teachers always look forward to having there summers off. For some it is also the start of finding a job to bring in money to help pay for everyday things. Some teachers only get paid 9 months out of the school year and I know that this can be a stressful time. Having your own online business takes away the stress and allows you the opportunity to earn as much money as you want while you truly enjoy your summer.
© Decey 2009
