Feeling financially stagnant while growing my biz

I have been working hard to grow my own financial planning practice for the past 2 years and feel like it is costing more to keep it running than the revenue I am bringing in. This is my third and last career I am looking to hold since I really love it so much. I knew full and well that this endeavor would need a lot of resources, blood, sweat, and tears for the pay-off to come later in the form of repeat clients, and referrals. Initially I would be overworked and underpaid and work my way into being overpaid and under worked. It seems that this process is taking longer than I had anticipated (I have no intentions of quitting). I am considering pulling in a second gig to help make ends meet-- something like a data entry/work from home job to help supplement the income needed to provide for my family. Does anyone have any go-to resources, outlets, or opportunities for someone like me? I am very creative with a theatre design degree and added experience in early childhood education (program director for a nature based preschool). Any and all feedback/help/direction would be appreciated!
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  1. Anonymous

    Wow. First of all, good for you for following your dream! I hope everything works out and pays-off for you as I'm sure it will. I'd imagine you could find some pastime work within the education field if that's something you're okay with jumping back into! You could also look into outsourcing your data entry skills for someone who needs it!

    Either way, please keep us posted within your search and best of luck with your business!

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