Set aside my ego or...

[Matthew Brown]

Good day BP Nation. First and foremost, thank you for all your contributions to the community. You have all been so helpful thus far. I am currently at a bit of a cross roads. I think I know the answer but I could use some guidance. So, without further ado, here's my current situation:

I work part time and am a full time student. I am 3 months into a direct mail campaign. I feel that my current marketing budget ($400) doesn't allow me to reach my desired incoming leads with an "average" response rate of .4%. This has led me to look for a higher paying job that will cover my current personal expenses while increasing my marketing budget. Upon my search, I came across a post from a local real estate investing company looking for a Field Sales Rep. I wholeheartedly believe I would be suited for the position, and it would provide a much higher income than I am currently making (so long as I get results). Strategically, it's a no-brainer to me. Apply for the position, and if hired, get paid pretty well in money and experience. But then, my ego jumps in, of course, saying "you've worked this hard to get your business off the ground..." "Why work with another company?..." "your first deal is coming. Don't give up."

To me, experience and money is the smarter choice. But, my ego doesn't want to put building my independent business on the back burner. Any advice is welcomed and appreciated.

BTW, wholesaling is the vehicle I have chosen if that is "need to know" information.