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of a business network. There is also the opportunity to share costs and
expenses when you buy in bulk or participate in joint marketing ventures.
Your network of business owners will pick you up when the weight of
owning your own business becomes too much for you to carry. You can
rely on your network to assist you in getting more done in your home
business and you may even have fun in the process. At least you will no
longer feel the burden of being on your own.

CLAIM YOUR REWARD

You will quickly discover that as the owner of your own business you will
have to work rather hard. However, it is important that you recognize
what a major mistake all work and no play would be. Soon, you will begin
to lose motivation if you fail to take time away from the hustle and bustle
of owning your own business.

Plan to reward yourself frequently. You do not have to go all out with a
vacation in a foreign country. You can reward yourself with a simple lunch
with friends, a movie with your better half, an afternoon at the mall or
just taking time for yourself.

When your time and budget allow it, take a couple days off from your
work and take a short trip or just some vacation time off work. You can
have a real vacation, even without leaving town. Simply do not check your
email, faxes or voice mail. It is crucial that you take the time to
rejuvenate your mind and unwind. This time off will improve your
perspective on things as well as your overall attitude. When you return to
work, you will be filled with a new sense of motivation.

GET YOUR EXERCISE

It has been proven that there is a strong connection between the body
and the mind. It is critical that as a business owner you take adequate
breaks everyday to exercise. If you do not take care of your body, you are
certain to lose motivation.

You do not have to take huge blocks of your time, join an overpriced gym
or higher an even more expensive personal trainer. You can begin easily
with a brisk walk for about half an hour before work, during your lunch
break or after work. Once you make a habit of walking every day, try

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