5 Reasons “Lazy” Creatives Should Start an Online Business Now

There are a ton of reasons I can give you to start an online business. In a world where employment is scarce, and jobs are paying less, owning a business is essential. “Business in Bed” was designed because we wanted to help “lazy” creative women like ourselves discover and ignite their inner entrepreneur; without having to leave our beds. Still and yet, we understand that making the choice to start an online business is not always that cut and dry.

Maybe you’re working a 9 to 5 and the idea of juggling both tasks is scary AF. You may also be on the fence due to overwhelm and uncertainty in taking on such a heavy task. And maybe you’re ready to rock but not knowing how to begin makes you keep putting it off.  Whatever your hangup, we’re here to help figure it out. Here are 5 reasons that “lazy” creatives like you, need to start an online business, NOW!

1. You hate your job

You mean you actually hate a place where you’re undervalued, underpaid, and have to see people everyday? Shocker! Seriously, being stuck anywhere that makes you dislike people is toxic. You truly deserve better than 30 minute lunches where you cry in the car. I did this for over 3 years before being handed a box of my own shit and an unemployment app.

Getting stuck happens fast. Unless you take action to get the hell out, you’ll be stuck at your job again next year. If you can’t afford to leave just yet, pick up a side hustle. This will help you to earn extra cash to replace your income to start your online business. Set a goal to give your boss your 2 week notice, and free yourself.  Know your worth. No job is worth being miserable over.

2. You Know What You’re Passionate About

You have a ton of shit you’re passionate about, and I’m willing to bet it isn’t being stuck at a job all day. Whether it’s your love for tattoo art, or applying makeup, your passion runs deep. There’s nothing that should hold you back from starting an online business built around what you love. Living in a technology and social media based world means the possibilities are endless as to what you can do with your niche. Now it’s just up to you to take the time to start. Get excited, and learn how to turn your passion into your paycheck!

3. You Want More Time Freedom

They call us “lazy” when we’re really extremely creative, and that means we need our free time. Whatever is keeping your lifestyle constricted needs to change. If it’s your job, family life, or just feeling the need to  break free from the conventional lifestyle box,  you deserve it. One way to take control of your time is to start an online business. Being in control of your own hours, and schedule is definitely freeing. Truth be told though, entrepreneurship will require you to put in some work and effort.

The difference is that the work you’re putting out will be toward your business. You may have to work a little harder for a short amount of time to reach your business goals, but it’s all worth it. Your time is valuable, and you need to be spending it on yourself.

4.  You Want More Income

So many “lazy” creatives get trapped in a dead end job they hate just for the paycheck. Making the choice to start your own creative online business means you can control what you get paid. You may not see a huge financial increase overnight, but with consistency, you’ll see it quickly. Building and branding your business plays a major key in your finances. You will be able to offer your services at a rate that makes you and your customer happy. No more begging for a raise, or being broke immediately after you get paid.

One of the most rewarding things about owning your business, is the financial reward. Taking the time to set up your business correctly while providing a quality service/product will mean that you will ultimately be able to ask for top dollar with confidence.

5. You’re Always the Go To Person 

Are you someone that is always being told they have talent(s)? Do you often find yourself answering questions or giving advice to your friends and family about specific topics? Are you considered the Go-To girl for things that just come natural to you? If so, you should definitely have an online business built around whatever that thing is because you’re already working for free!  Another great part about being the talented one, is that people are coming to YOU for help.

This means that you’ll have an easier time finding an audience who desires the knowledge you know.  This is important because it means that others see you as an authority figure in the area. When you’re seen as an authority or an expert, then others will be glad to open their wallets to pay you to help and alleviate their pain point. Consider this a sign. Start your own biz immediately.

In Conclusion you need to start an online business immediately.

Okay my little “lazy” creatives, here’s the thing…You can wait and put off starting your business another day, but the only thing waiting does, is hold you back. Not to sound all TED talk-y, but someone out there is looking for your online business to change their life. Being an entrepreneur and starting an online business takes balls. Anyone that tells you it’s a cake walk is probably a clone; ignore them. Still and yet, taking on a new challenge and changing your life is extremely rewarding. It’s time to stop putting it off. Find the thing you love that you’d do for free, except, plot twist… this time you’ll get paid to do it! What are some reasons you have to start an online business? Tell us in the comments.