As an adult , you can ' t plan . Kids , work , unexpected visits , accidents and so on . <| sep |> Come up with 100 unique ideas for products or services . Get feedback on all of them from as many people as possible that won ' t steal your ideas and come up with business plans for 510 Seek out angel investors to get investor money to make one of those business plans come to life . Also , go to conventions for all sorts of industries , people with new companies are literally dying for trustworthy and competent people to be brought on board . I went to my first convention a year ago and was offered at least 5 jobs from the owners of different companies just because they liked my personality . Control your own luck , put yourself out there , and be willing to take risks . Wishing you the best .