Entrepreneurs

Had a long brainstorming session with chums from my high school about a project to help the impoverished in the Bacolod province of the Philippines. If this plan works we will train the locals to fabricate parts and machinery for industrial use. We will teach kids how to make CAD (Computer Aided Designs) to be outputted in 3D Printers. One exciting idea led to another.

This is what I do. This is what I enjoy. I want you to experience that too. I know this isn’t for everyone but many who are never thought they’d be an entrepreneur. If you are employed and have marketable skills, and willing to get out of your comfort zone — let’s bring out the creative entrepreneur in you.

I used to be employed and was hidden in the back office cave. My social skills were never encouraged. My boss kept me ignorant and enjoyed the spotlight with the clients. He spoke as if he was the creator. It was only when I started my own business that I was forced to speak in public and learned to express myself. So if you’re one of those “back-office” people, let me share that work (accomplishing something) does not have to be a 9 to 5 job (getting paid for your service).

I’ve been to several of these early project stages that grew into “something big.” It normally starts with an awareness of the talent in the room and then ideas bounce like heated pop corn. It’s great when elements fuse together among like-minded people. Don’t be like some people who are too pragmatic and are blinded by the monumental task and fail to see the benefits. Be the opposite of that. Enjoy the process and delight in the creative gears fitting in place.

My Dad was an entrepreneur and he passed that trait to me. I learned to question a lot. I discovered how things work by destroying quite a few toys and appliances while growing up. I learned to make do with the little that I had. Learned to cook with only the ingredients at hand. If this sounds like you, you might want to start your own business.

This is what it means to be an entrepreneur. Of course you need to pray about it. Get feedback from people you trust and align with people who will accompany you in your journey. You’ll need these friends because it’s going to be a rough ride. I’m currently advising Violet (not her real name), a young lady who started a catering business. Her capital is small but she’s determined. And so far, her lunch packs have sold out with every venture. She is a victim of many unfortunate incidents so she needs the extra income to lift herself out of her debt. Please pray for Violet. And if you’d like to help contribute to her meager capital, please get in touch with me.

In my world, the person who makes the most money doesn’t win. It’s the one who has lived the most and helped more people — that person’s the real winner.

TGIF people!

Raoul

Joke of the Week

Thanks to Bob of Baltimore for this joke.

Video of the Week

Thanks to Arthur of Singapore for this video

Parting Shots

Thanks to Tom of Pasadena, CA

Thanks to Naomi of N Hollywood, CA

I found these.

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Band of Oldies

I’m excited about Saturday.

You probably know that I love to sing and play my guitar. One of my happiest college memories was with a group of fellow musicians singing in parties, weddings and even in a few concerts. Through the years I’ve been practicing alone hoping one day I’d find a group just like that one. Well, I think I’ve finally got my band. I have a lead guitar, bass guitar, keyboard player, drummer, and a female vocalist. We’re definitely amateurs but I’m imagining the possibilities. We’re so ambitious, we’re practicing a variety of songs by the Eagles, Toto, Mama Cass, Linda Rondstat, America, Hall ‘n Oates, Dean Martin, Fleetwood Mack, Neil Young, James Taylor … at least that’s the plan. I’m as giddy as a kid opening his Christmas present.

So we’re thinking of a name that would fit our “over the hill” ages. Do you like any of these?

• The Dream Band – since we’ve been dreaming of this band for the longest time
• OK Bommer – because that’s who we are
• Late Bloomer or Late Boomer
• Boomer
• Rewind
• 3 Day Rain – have no idea where that came from
• Second Hour
• Bon Voyage
• Aligned Chaos
• Trial & Error – I kinda like this
• Ready for It
• Von Jon Bovi
• Eyes to Heaven – a little too spiritual I think
• Face the Music
• Half a Shebang – ???
• Miney Moe
• Not Even Odd
• Top Trending
• Amused
• Free Range Insane – from the “rocker” in our group
• The 5th Dementia – I thought this was hilarious

We’re open to suggestions. And if you want to join the band, hey … come on down! Want us to sing a favorite song? Want us to sing in your party? We will pay you to listen to us!!!! Haaaaa!!!

Isn’t it amazing that little boy dreams can still come true? Isn’t this the spice of life? BTW, this isn’t all about my band. I just want to inspire you to become a kid again. I’d love to hear which of your dreams have come true. Please share!

Our mini concert coincides with a Classic Car show on March 20. If you’re in the La Habra, CA area, please join us at 2pm at the LH Art gallery.

TGIF people!

Raoul

Joke of the Week

Thanks to Donald of London

Videos of the week

Thanks to Naomi of N Hollywood, CA for this quick, cute video of a little boy justifying why he doesn’t want to go back to school. Smart. logical kid.

Thanks to Tom of Pasadena, CA for this
URBAN COWBOY HERO

What the Bible is really about.
Presented by Tim Macki of the very popular The Bible Project.

Parting Shots

Thanks to Peter Paul of South Pasadena, CA

Thanks to Rodney of Manitoba, B.C.

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