This month is the third solid month of mass layoffs since the house of corporate cards began to fall. Hundreds of thousands of highly skilled people find themselves looking for work, hoping for a fast break that will prevent them from defaulting on the loans that prop up the “good life”.

But as the shocking news spreads about these disastrous layoffs lets not forget that behind it all there is a whopping big secret…

…Hardly anyone really wants their corporate job to begin with!

Movies are made, books are written and songs are sung about people who break free from the office shackles to pursue a greater and more fulfilling purpose with their life.

They go on to start their own small businesses, run marathons through the Sahara, volunteer for charity, act in a musical, audition for a play or even sell widgets on ebay between play time with the kids.

Sometimes people need to be pushed from the nest in order to discover their brave spark and to see their value.

I can guarantee that there will be some green eyes peering at those “unfortunate folk” who are packing their desks and taking their first steps into the uncertain, bold new world that lies beyond the homogeneous days of meetings and reports in a corporate cubicle.

2. The Law of Cycles
All
events occur in cycles. Professional athletes might refer to the law of
cycles as streaks. In the small business realm it seems to be you’re
either hot or not. Have you ever noticed how business can suddenly
begin to go really well? Your promotions work, you make sales and
opportunity seems to be around every corner. Then boom, you can’t sell
water in a desert, your website crashes, your phone goes dead and
pretty much everything is a disaster.

In accepting the law of
cycles, you know to make the most of the good streaks. And when times
are bad, keep your head up and look ahead to the upcoming reversal of
fortune:-)

3. The Law of Evolution
Everything evolves
and changes. It is up to you to ensure you progress and move ahead.
Because if you are not progressing, you will regress and fall behind.
The law of evolution is particularly applicable in the business world.

To
compete in the marketplace you constantly need to watch the
competition, work to improve your products/ service and serve your
customers better. When you become complacent, the marketplace moves
ahead without you, you’re left behind and before you know it you’re out
of business.

4. The Law of Choices
You have control
over the choices you make. You have the power to control your destiny
and your possibilities are unlimited. Stop feeling trapped by your
circumstances. You are not a victim. Make the decision to change your
life and choose a brand new future.

5. The Law of Responsibility
You
must accept the outcomes for the choices you make. If your budget is
limited and you decide to stop promoting your business, when sales
decline don’t blame the economy. You made the decision to stop
attracting new customers, take responsibility for it. Only when you
acknowledge your mistakes and accept responsibility for your choices
can you improve.

6. The Law of Inertia
The law of
inertia in physics states, “An object at rest tends to stay at rest.”
This law is true of life as well. When you stop working on improving
your business, or you procrastinate on completing a project. The longer
you go without acting, the harder it will be to get started. Don’t lose
your time to inertia, as it can never be recovered.

7. The Law of Momentum
“An
object in motion tends to stay in motion.” This second law of physics
is again a reality of life. Once you get started, it is easier to keep
going and make progress. You probably notice this law in action every
day. Once you get out of bed and into the shower (the hard part),
getting dressed, eating breakfast and going out the door is a breeze.

8. The Law of Synchronicity
You
are part of the universe, not a separate entity. Your actions affect
those around you and determine how your life is shaped. It is important
to recognize you are inseparable from the events and situations in your
life. When you see your connection to the world around you, you
understand the control you have over your destiny.

9. The Law of Manifestation
You become what you think about the most. So as the old adage goes, “Be careful what you wish for – you’ll probably get it!”

Believe
in your thoughts and imagination, because they have power. Use them to
your advantage. If you think your life will be rich and fulfilling, you
will make it a reality.

10. The Law of Process and Action
Of
course, if you are going to move ahead in life and make the most of
your potential, rather than just ponder the possibilities, you will
need to actually do something. You have to undergo the process of
taking your desired goals and breaking them down to manageable parts.
Then take action on each step. It is possible to reach your dreams or
destination if you plan appropriately and follow through.