finally real

[sfzombie13 324]

i just had to get this out there. i started a business in february last year, and it took til may to catch up the bills. then in june we had enough work to hire 4 people part time. and now, by the first of the year, i put in a bid for a million dollars for a year with the option to renew twice.

the thing is, up until now, it has felt like a house of cards. like it was just a couple of us running around doing odd jobs cutting grass for people or something. it is really weird but i think we have a good shot at this. boy, if we do, then damn. i am so excited about this, but at the same time i don't want to jinx it.

that's why this is the only thing you will see mentioned about this. i just had to put it out there one time. happy new year everyone!!

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[wmw999 2,588]

That's absolutely awesome -- congratulations on seeing the results of hard work.

Wendy P.

There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown)

[LuckyMcSwervy 0]

Congratulations! What type of work? Construction?

Always be kinder than you feel.

[sfzombie13 324]

computer networking. actually providing a netflow analysis for the state board of education. i worked for the kanawha county board and know what they use now, and i have an idea how much it costs. we went about half a million under that, but we haven't done one yet since the company is new. my main hook is that we are using local everything; credit unions, techs, suppliers, and even writing our own software when we can. bringing jobs back to wv. and we get a 12% preference for being women owned, being local, and using half veterans. one can only hope.

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[Rick 67]

good luck keep plugging away and your hard work will pay off

You can't be drunk all day if you don't start early!

[BIGUN 1,483]

Not a lot of folks become millionaires working for the "man." Best of luck to you.

Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

[LuckyMcSwervy 0]

sfzombie13

computer networking. actually providing a netflow analysis for the state board of education. i worked for the kanawha county board and know what they use now, and i have an idea how much it costs. we went about half a million under that, but we haven't done one yet since the company is new. my main hook is that we are using local everything; credit unions, techs, suppliers, and even writing our own software when we can. bringing jobs back to wv. and we get a 12% preference for being women owned, being local, and using half veterans. one can only hope.

That is wonderful! Looks like you've hit the motherload of preferentials!! Government contracts are yummy.

Always be kinder than you feel.

[J-S 0]

Good job on working hard to get what want, and being able to employ a few others.

Very cool.

What you're doing is good for you, our economy and other peoples lives, hats off to ya

Keep grinding away, don't get discouraged/come out swinging if you do. If you have the passion for it, it will be yours.

Nice work, I'm smiling for you and wishing you the best

[sfzombie13 324]

thanx to everyone for the thoughts. i actually just put the second one in today, they are getting easier. next step is to actually get one. can't wait to see.

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