The Mindset Shift: From Employee to Entrepreneur
Transitioning from a traditional job to affiliate marketing can be exciting, but it also comes with its own set of challenges.
It's not just about learning new skills but more about changing how you think.
This involves you to look and explore some key mindset shifts that can help you succeed as an affiliate marketer.
Accept Uncertainty
As an employee, you might be used to a steady paycheck and clear instructions.
With affiliate marketing, income can fluctuate and you'll need to make many decisions on your own.
Learn to see uncertainty as an opportunity for growth.
Take Full Responsibility
In a job, you might have a boss to blame when things go wrong.
As an affiliate marketer, the buck stops with you.
Accept this responsibility, as it means you have the power to change things.
Value Your Time Differently
You're no longer trading time for money in a straightforward way.
Some days you might work long hours for little immediate return, while other times you could earn money while you sleep.
Focus on creating value, not just putting in hours.
Develop a Problem-Solving Attitude
Instead of waiting for someone to tell you what to do, start looking for problems you can solve.
That means doing research yourself and looking for answers or ways to improve more.
If need be then ask your fellow community members here in Wealthy Affiliate when you need.
Take action in order to move forward.
This proactive approach is key to success in affiliate marketing.
Invest in Yourself
As an entrepreneur, your skills directly impact your income.
Make learning and self-improvement a priority. You already have all the training , tools and resources here waiting for you.
Finally
Remember, this mindset shift doesn't happen overnight.
Be patient with yourself as you adapt to this new way of thinking and working.
Make sure you are taking the first step forward on your own accord.
Do your research, read more, look around at other opportunities that will help you further.
Ask questions when you need but make sure you research and look around first rather than taking the lazy way and getting answers.
As Always
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Some great inspirational advice Andre. I am still juggling a part-time job and doing WA, but I want to lay the groundwork for when I retire to go full-steam ahead.
You are welcome Tony and yes I used to do this as part-time while having a full-time job as well when I started here.
It does take time but it is up to us to also make the extra time to make it work.
So for now, do what you can in between and build up your momentum and as you said when you are ready go full-steam ahead.
Enjoy the weekend
Andre
Well said, Andre! Yes, being the boss in your AM business means you have to act like a boss and take daily action!
You are welcome Howard and yes one needs to realize the buck stop with you when doing this line of work. At least here we can enjoy more of the work we do and allocate the time that suits us as long we we make the proper effort to get it done right.
Have a great weekend
Andre
These are all excellent points, Andre. The one I like best is 'Develop a Problem-Solving Attitude.' Making that shift is the difference between followers and leaders. I'm fortunate to be in the lead position where I work, so I have been solving problems for years. At first, it was very stressful, but it has become routine in time.
Now, let's talk about affiliate marketing! Phew! Back to the lowest rung again. No worries, I'm game!
Most welcome Dave and great you already have the skills and experience to solve problems which certainly makes it a bit easier.
As for Affiliate marketing, those problem-solving skills you develop will help you further and quicker than those who never had the opportunity to do so.
I wouldn't say you are back to the lowest rund again as you already have a head start just the tasks and problems are presented in a different way and you are the one doing both sides of the coin and the founder and worker if you like.
Enjoy your weekend
Andre
This is good information and so true. Being your own boss is totally different from the normal 9-5. It calls for constant adjustments in your work and personal life.
Nancy
You are welcome Nancy yes being your own has added responsibilities than just being the worker but when it's your own business you tend to love more of what you do and move further forward as a result.
Making those adjustments become part and parcel of the future success we are aiming for.
Enjoy your weekend
Andre
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I am slowly integrating the entrepreneurial mindset which usually gets me into trouble! The more I think about my business, the more I hate going to the 9-5 job because I just want to be done with that. But the conundrum is that I must continue to work and make money at the 9-5 because I am no where near ready to make a living on my business.
But then I am tired...LOL... And don't want to do my business or do anything. It's a real bitter-sweet place to be.
I know one day I will not have to worry about this because the breakthrough with my business will come, but in the meantime...Well, it is what it is and I just keep doing it anyway!
Karin
I can certainly understand that Karin be there as well. There is that fine balance dealing with both and finding time to do the other part after. Yes we do get more tired if we are working a 9-5 then have to do this as our mind it thinking great now I finished my 9-5 I I can start to relax and enjoy the rest of the day before I have to do it again.
This is where we need to re-train the mind and let it know no you are no finished but still have more to do this time I can enjoy it even more when I am working in the comfort of my home and able to take what breaks I need in order to get my tasks done.
Acknowledge what the mind is saying but let the mind ego know that you are in charge and you will do the work needed and the mind is your assistant not your boss to run you around.
IT takes time but when you control the thinking and not the mind you will be better off and more relaxed and less stressful as a result.
The mind ego is cheeky and stubborn and loves to test you here and there until you gain the upper advantage and it realized it can't control you but is there to help you move forward.
Wishing you well and enjoy the rest of your weekend
Andre
Thanks for your awesome response, Andre. The mind wants what it wants I guess! It is a battle for control, but I am getting the small wins and I just keep moving forward. I need to get the Mindset book. I think it would really help me out here.
Karin
You are welcome Karin the ego mind really doesn't like giving up hence the constant challenges we face. So we need to be on top of it and always be aware of the way it acts to trick us up.
Enjoy your week ahead.
Andre
Thanks. You too!
Karin
Cheers 🙏☺️