Launch Your Home Business With Your Passion in Mind
October 12th, 2009
When you have come to the decision of wanting to take the plunge into working for yourself at home, it can be daunting at first. You have questions that may seem endless and you may not know where to start. Should you throw yourself blindly at the next wealth promising pop-up? Selling cosmetics would be fun. Or you could work from home typing codes and medical jargon all day.
Instead of doing something you think you should do, why not do something you want to do. Ask yourself: What am I passionate about? Think of the one thing in your life that you’ve always done or loved. People tend to be happier with a business or job if they enjoy doing it-naturally!
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Google Voice – a Great New Tool for Home Business Owners
October 10th, 2009
A separate phone number is essential for any home business, but now thanks to Google (again) you no longer have to pay your phone company a fee for a separate line. Google Voice is one of the latest applications the internet behemoth has in beta right now, and it is a fantastic tool for the home business owner.
When you sign up for Google voice (you can request an invitation here) you will be asked to choose from a number of different phone numbers available in your area.
Avoiding Work at Home Loneliness
October 10th, 2009
One of the downsides of operating a business from home can be the sense of isolation you may feel (especially if you are used to a bustling office environment). This loneliness can become overwhelming if left unchecked, leading the home business operator to abandon their venture altogether. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
First, make sure you establish a work routine, just like you used to have out in the “real” world. Eat your lunch away from your computer, or better still, arrange to meet an acquaintance for lunch once or twice a week. Getting out just for an hour can make all the difference and you will still have plenty of time to attend to your work.
Bid Successfully on Freelance Job Sites
October 4th, 2009
For many freelancers in order to obtain jobs on some of the larger freelancing sites you must submit a bid. Some prospective clients are fairly specific in their ads about the rates that they are willing to pay, while others offer little information. Take your time on each bid and do not rush through the proposal.
To begin, try to research the client if possible. See if they have posted other jobs on the site before. If so, how much they have paid and what kind of feedback have they received from the providers? If it appears they generally choose providers who bid very low, you may want to reconsider your decision to submit a bid at all.
Is Your Website Working For or Against You?
September 30th, 2009
If you have a website for your home business venture you certainly want as many visitors as possible who hopefully turn into customers. Many focus on the way their website looks but, are not so careful about what it contains. Poorly spelled copy or dull content can kill the sale instantly.
People can get so lost in the SEO/keyword concept that while the content is indeed stuffed full of keywords the copy itself ends up turning the reader off (and Google too.)
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