Originally Posted by
Bob Davis - Sturgis SD
Hi Alex,
I think I understand, you're young, educated, successful in retail, artistic, hate your job. You somewhat are in a position to design your own job. This is excellent. I was never in business with my family, sometimes that works, sometimes not so much.
I say say the most important thing is to find something you really enjoy. Where being at work is more fun than a 3 day weekend at the lake. I think you will really have fun with a new Trotec laser. It will give your artistic side an outlet. The cool things you can do with it are limited only by your imagination.
On the laser forums I see so many new people buying in on a shoestring budget. When something goes wrong it puts them under severe financial pressure which they can't overcome. This does not seem to be the situation in your case. I say GET THE LASER and don't look back. After a year you'll want a Cnc router also, lol.
Im an old guy who's been fortunate to enjoy every job I've ever had. I loved my first job so much I worked 7 days a week for two years, not a single day off, not even holidays until the boss made me take a day off. After 10 years in that job I became my own boss. Now in "semi-retirement" I have combined the things I love into the most unique retail setting you will ever see. Recently I developed an interest in leather, so I set up the most incredible leather workshop, all on display in my store so customers can watch things being made.
Sorry for for getting a little off track, I wish I was young again, and could know what I know now, lol.
Bob