With over 70% of people who responded to a recent survey revealing that they were thinking about starting a business of some sort, working from home is becoming more the norm than ever before. The problem for many people is that they donít really know where to start and how to turn their dream into something tangible. 3 critical things you'll need in order to turn your hobby into a profitable business are - #1 ñ A Positive Attitude By far your biggest asset in turning your favorite hobby into a thriving business is a positive attitude. I think it was Harry F. Banks who said, ìAttitude determines your altitudeî. If you are going to pursue your dream and make it a reality, you must have a positive attitude and the willingness to commit to what it takes to make it happen. So many people start out on the road to turning their hobby into a business, and then at the first sign of an obstacle, they give up, often just before they start to see results. A positive attitude will help you to break through the barriers and temporary setbacks and reach your desired goal. #2 ñ The Determination To Succeed Many people who fall in love with the idea of turning their hobby into a business are looking for an easy way out and at the first problem, they give up and let circumstances crush their dreams. By developing a fierce determination to succeed, your chances of creating a profitable business are infinitely higher and you are virtually setting yourself up for success. While there are not guarantees that you will eventually make it, having the determination to push on regardless of minor problems and find solutions is the mark of a true winner. Determination and a positive attitude can work together to help a dedicated person succeed where others have failed #3 ñ A Proven System The final and some would say most important thing youíll need is a proven system for marketing your products and/or services. You need a step by step process that you can follow to ensure your success; something that otherís have used successfully to achieve the same goal you have. Itís no use having an incredibly positive attitude and loads of determination if you choose a system thatís flawed and never had a chance of working in the first place. Look for proof that other people have followed any system you are considering and become successful. Unfortunately, many people waste money, and more importantly, valuable time, chasing the latest fad or scheme offered by unscrupulous promoters. Most of these schemes haven't agot hope of succeeding, but people fall for them every day. Donít ever take the promoterís word that it will work for youÖdemand unquestionable PROOF that many people, from all walks of life, have been able to use what he or she is offering to turn their hobby or passion into a profitable business. When it comes to the system, results are the only thing that mattersÖ