Solve your own problem

Solve your own problem

I do this a lot. It begins with the self-examination. I look at what bugs me — in the world, in our culture, in myself — and then I realize that I probably have the tools to solve that problem. Or at least, I know what the solution is.

Solving problems is, obviously, a lucrative business (look at the self-help section in your local book store, if you still have one, that is). So we have to be careful.

You need to solve a real problem, not just make one up to make money (people actually do this).

Solving your own problem gives your the experience and expertise to help others. You, essentially, write your own testimonial. This makes you more trustworthy. When you say, “I did this and it worked for me” as opposed to,”I think you should