Starting a business online is really no different from starting a business that is offline.
To get started you need a storefront, seed money, products to sell, a way to market your product, and an overall plan. The only differences I see between an online business and offline business is that starting an online business can be accomplished in less time for a fraction of the money. That’s a huge benefit!
For many people having a day job provides benefits that people do not recognize. The environment at work often means some one or some company is telling you what to do, when to do it, and exactly how to do it. If the boss determines you need additional training, you will be sent to training. Many times the costs are paid by your company. If you are at your job and you lose motivation you can go to co-workers to have a quick chat or trade jokes to pick your spirits up. So you get social interaction.
Here are some of the downfalls of starting an online business. As the owner you will be the boss telling you what to do, when to do it, and how to do it. You will be responsible for obtaining training, and of course paying for it. You will have to learn many...