There's a great song by Christian rock band "Newsboys" called Shine. In it, one of the most telling lyrics reads "The truth is in, the proof is when, you hear your heart start asking what's my motivation?"

Have you reached a point in your heart, where you ask yourself what is your motivation for what you're doing? Why do you own your own business? Why do you work the job you work? It can't simply be about money. If it is simply about money, chances are you aren't happy or feel totally fulfilled.

Do you love what you do? Or...are you just biding your time, collecting a paycheck, and trying to maintain your sanity during your free time?

I started this business because I have always enjoyed the creative process. I have always enjoyed performance. I needed an outlet and Defining Voice Productions provides that for me. The neat little perk, in addition to those main reasons, is that I get paid for doing it.

Here's a suggestion,  if you aren't doing what you love to do...if you aren't doing what you feel is your gift in life...make the bold step to move on. The economy is terrible, I realize that. However, opportunities still exist for you to be happy and feel fulfilled. Perhaps you're simply using the economy as an excuse. Maybe you are giving yourself a reason to not take a step that's scary to take.

One of my favorite quotes is this...

"Nothing that's worth having in this world comes easy."

Are you willing to fight for what you want, or will you be content in your comfort zone?