This is Part 5, and the last step in our “Your Great Escape” series of transitioning from the corporate 9-5 job to your own business.

Imagine having a web presence working for you 24/7. Imagine making enough money to do the things you want when you want. Imagine becoming debt-free. Imagine being able to donate your time and talents to a worthy cause and making a difference.

Everybody has different ideas of what success is and dreaming big is a part of running a successful business. Whether your idea of success is an extra $200 a month or $2,000 a month, your dream is just as important to your business as the research and planning.

Dreaming big isn’t always about the money, either. It can be making sure your kids never go to daycare or helping other people to be able to stay home with their kids, too.

It’s not easy to dream big at first, but after a while you’ll get the hang of it. Dreaming big means that you have the vision to see what lies ahead, so embrace the idea and before you know it, you’ll be on your way!