“That’s ridiculous.” “How naïve do you think I am?” “Who do you think you’re kidding?” “Do you handle all your business affairs as pathetically as this?” “Do other businesses you deal with know you’re in such a bad situation?”

If he is having trouble paying some of his bills it’s likely other people he deals with aren’t aware of his situation, because he knows they won’t stand for kind of crap he is pulling on you, so he doesn’t try it on them.. And you shouldn’t let him pull it on you, either.

He wants you to feel sorry for him. By creating a situation where he has to lie, and then making him explain his lies he may begin to realize just how pathetic he sounds to others. I firmly believe that even someone with a comatose conscience can be awakened and turned around by using this approach.

Fifth, and finally, do they offer a product or service that is repeatable? In business world it is often people who provide basic services or products that get ahead. There are three major categories in which most products and services fit.

First, products and services necessary for life. Food and clothing for instance. Secondly, products and services that are optional, but that most everyone has or anticipates getting soon. A laptop instead of a desktop computer is optional for most people. Cable TV or satellite dishes are as well.

We don't have to have them, but life is sure easier with them. Last, there are luxuries. A recent study showed that a digital watch found in a cereal box kept same time as one costing thousands of dollars. Spending thousands on a watch is a luxury.

You can find a business that's fun, profitable and meets criteria needed to be a good bet to succeed without having some huge moment of inspiration. If you can find a business that meets above criteria, run it like a business and be consistent you will achieve a level of success that often eludes hotshot "big picture" people. I wish you best.