Thanks for this great comment. Spurs me on, this type of stuff. Thank you.

You’re right, having a family does indeed put things in perspective. This is something that so many people dont realize when they first read 4HWW, for example. Tim obviously wasnt a father at the time of writing (dont think he is now, either!), and its obvious to see that by his vagabonding ways. But, when that awesome day comes along for him, he’ll see that the lifestyle he pitches in the book is a lot tougher to engage.

Not impossible to enjoy from time to time, but definitely tougher to bring on board ‘full-time’, so to speak.

Thanks again, really enjoyed this one.

Chris

It definitely puts a “personal” touch and reaches everyone on an emotional level in which people can relate to you even more.

Having a family puts a lot of things into perspective and equally important is being able to provide them the lifestyle they deserve and spending the much needed time with them. In the end that’s what it’s all about!

Anna

Thanks, mate.

Yep – getting that focus sharpened and really locking-in on a goal is the best thing to do – especially with a medium-term goal, like this one.

More to come, my man!

Chat soon, I hope.

Chris

All power to you my friend.

Break out of the ordinary, as you put it, is basically what it is all about. Just not ‘giving in’ to the way things are, and looking for different angles to be able to work and lead your life.

Thanks for dropping by – its been a while.

Cheers,
Chris

It’s important to realize that it’s not just the location independent part of the “deal” that’s so awesome about this lifestyle.

Getting rid of the “regular office” is one thing. But what it’s even more about making the personal choice to do what you love to do, be what you want to be and like you said; be with the people you want to be (whether it’s your family, friends or your pet frog Ralph).

It can be scary to question the “regular life path ” and break out of the ordinary. But heck, is it worth it? You bet!

Awesome comment, man. Thank you.

Its a pleasure to share. And I intend to continue to do exactly that, plus a whole lot more.

Take care, buddy.

Chris

Nice to hear from you, mate.

Yep – thats what its all about for me. Regardless of what some people may ‘say’ – that really is the REAL DEAL.

I simply want to spend more time with my family – but, without having to sacrifice my business, my income, or the opportunities that come my way.

All sooooo do-able. With the right mindset and the right LIFESTYLE!

Have a great weekend.

Chris

Adrian

Wow. We are humbly graced with your presence.

Thanks for the all the support and inspiration you give me. You are truly an awesome partner in life. And a very beautiful one, too (Note to the guys: I know who’s side I’m on!!!).

Mwah!

C

Yeah, Charlie has that effect on ladies…!!!

To be mentioned in the same sentence with 37Signals is a massive compliment, so thank you. Just be sure to keep your eyes on the prize, as they say and GAB can be anything you want it to be.

I’ve found that if you really focus on something for long enough it will actually start taking a shape of its own, kind of like morphing into its own entity. That was certainly the case with Live2Sell. It began as a telemarketing company and now we do customer service and virtual assistant support, too!

Thanks again for the kind support you show me and the VBL blog – its very much appreciated.

Regards,
Chris

I have been reading your blog on and off and I totally support you on your Virtual CEO quest. I love seeing you and Charlie together, it makes all our hard work and sleepless nights worthwhile. For sure you’ll be hitting the goal. I know you and I know you will not stop until you do so.

We are all behind you do not forget that!

Love, Erz

If you feel that way then DO IT. Now.

You will never have that feeling again – that FIRST time when you say to yourself “I can do this on my own. I can get out there, and make money and work hard and provide for my family without the ‘corporate’ support of anyone else. And I’m gonna CRUSH IT”…. or words to that effect, obviously!

Keep us in the loop, mate.

Regards to your very lucky family, too.

Chris

Your stuff on here combined with the team at 37signals makes me want to really work toward ensuring that as GAB grows, it remains a charity that can be managed virtually. We’re building a community of people who (almost without exception) have never met face to face.

I didn’t say it at the time, but I loved that one of your guys didn’t even know you were away from the office. That’s very cool.

Thanks Chris. This was a lush video (especially for a Friday, so nice timing too) and I wish you all the best with your goals.

El x

Thanks for the comment, mate.

Wow. Working hard, and away, for 2 weeks is tough, but then getting called into the office on your day off is tough. Make the break, my man. Do your own thing – when the time is right. You’ll know when that is.

As for the Virtual CEO Working Day – a great post. When I actually become one!

Stay tuned.

Chris