With all of the media attention on markets dropping, credit crunches, and housing busts, it's more than a little unnerving to speculate on the future, especially with an election on the horizon. I've tried to consider ways to "recession-proof" my life. For me, security does not lie in one job or a modest 401k, or even in owning a house. Security is at best, a fleeting term that makes us feel like we've got a little more control over our financial (and professional) house.
That said, I've decided what makes me feel most comfortable is to pursue a variety of professional pursuits - a full-time day job provides me with a steady paycheck and benefits, but with a looming merger, that's not a given either. As a professional freelance writer, I can fulfill a personal passion and draw some additional income, so I've created a Web site using the Microsoft beta, with the goal of generating some income through my business: Living To Write.
Blogging is a new endeavor, so I don't have enough experience in this arena to know if it will eventually provide a stream of income or not. Hopefully! In addition to posting here, I'll be blogging on Vacation Blogspot, and as the Food and Entertainment Editor for WE Magazine for Women.
I've also discovered that eBay fits the bill (like thousands of others) when I need to raise some extra cash here and there - I generated an extra $2500 last year just cleaning out closets!
Knowing that I can do a variety of things that interest me and earn money doing them gives me a sense of security about my ability to continue to enjoy the lifestyle I want, regardless of what the market does today or who wins the election.
What gives you a sense of security?
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