Working from home in your own business is one of the most challenging, yet rewarding experiences of life. If you are a disciplined or self-motivated individual while working for someone else you may find that starting a home based business is the right choice for you. If so, the following tips on starting a home based business will help:
1. Determine your office hours. Although you are free to come and go as you please, it is vital that you stick to a regular routine that includes opening and closing times, breaks, and lunch time.
2. Plan your daily activities. At the end of each day prepare a 'to do list' for the following day. This will help you to be more productive as you will be able to divide your day into similar activities.
3. Declutter your work area. Many "work at home" individuals tend toward sloppiness, scattering their work throughout the house. You can alleviate this problem by using dedicated space for your work area.
4. Dress for success. Yes, you may be able to work in your pajamas in your own home but don't do it. Dress like you're expecting a client. Believe it or not, it will affect your performance!
5. Don't allow family and friends to interrupt you. Learn to say "no" to personal interruptions during the business hours you have established. Too many friendly visits will have a devastating effect on your bottom line.
6. Don't become a workaholic. Self-employed individuals usually work long, arduous hours. When your established workday is over, turn off your computer and unplug your business phone so that you will not be tempted to answer email or the phone during your off-time.
Not everyone has the disposition necessary to work from home as it requires strength of will, strength of mind and the ability to work alone. If you possess these qualities, however, you will find that working from home can be very rewarding. - 16003
1. Determine your office hours. Although you are free to come and go as you please, it is vital that you stick to a regular routine that includes opening and closing times, breaks, and lunch time.
2. Plan your daily activities. At the end of each day prepare a 'to do list' for the following day. This will help you to be more productive as you will be able to divide your day into similar activities.
3. Declutter your work area. Many "work at home" individuals tend toward sloppiness, scattering their work throughout the house. You can alleviate this problem by using dedicated space for your work area.
4. Dress for success. Yes, you may be able to work in your pajamas in your own home but don't do it. Dress like you're expecting a client. Believe it or not, it will affect your performance!
5. Don't allow family and friends to interrupt you. Learn to say "no" to personal interruptions during the business hours you have established. Too many friendly visits will have a devastating effect on your bottom line.
6. Don't become a workaholic. Self-employed individuals usually work long, arduous hours. When your established workday is over, turn off your computer and unplug your business phone so that you will not be tempted to answer email or the phone during your off-time.
Not everyone has the disposition necessary to work from home as it requires strength of will, strength of mind and the ability to work alone. If you possess these qualities, however, you will find that working from home can be very rewarding. - 16003
About the Author:
Ronni Barr has started two in-home businesses and helped her friends start three others. She attributes much of her success to the online college she attended and the online degree in small business management she earned.
