Women Get Wealthy

As we have all heard by now, the current economy is finding all sorts of people without a job.  I know numerous people who have either already received notice or are feeling like the news is likely coming any day.  It is a terrible position to be in, unless you are prepared with a back-up plan.  In many cases, although it may seem like the end of the world, it could also be an opportunity to try something completely new.  If you are fortunate enough to get a severance package, the level of risk may even be significantly lower, considering you will have some level of buffer.

Tina Aldatz is a perfect example of someone who took a job loss, turned it into an opportunity and ran with it.  She gave herself a strict timeline (6 months) and was determined to make it work.

“The first year, Foot Petals' revenue totaled $60,000. The second year it was $600,000. Today, nine years later, Foot Petals is a $10 million company with 17 employees and three offices. It offers a collection of foot cushions and accessories, including the recently introduced Sporty Soles for athletic shoes."

http://www.womenentrepreneur.com/2010/05/entrepreneur-vanquishes-obstacles-with-wit-and-grit.html