Does my workspace really matter?
A lot of people don’t think much about the physical space they’re doing their work in, past making sure that it’s not terrifically cluttered. We all love looking at office decor inspiration on Pinterest, but is that really the most practical space to put your attention? After all, things like design and aesthetics are often regarded as fairly shallow in regards to the big picture.
by Erica Cosmisnsky | Featured Contributor I know, you’re working from home, by yourself, and you are thinking, “Erica, seriously company culture sounds like awful corporate made-up hype.” Unfortunately you have a company culture no matter what you do. Human culture is the behaviors and beliefs one has from growing up in a certain place,…
It might surprise you to know that your home business may not be covered under your homeowners insurance, either. If you want peace of mind knowing that your home will be safe in the event of a disaster, here are some principles you need to follow for insuring your home business:
Every home business is unique. What’s right for a graphic designer that works from home is probably not right for someone who makes and sells baked goods in his kitchen. You need to look at several factors, including inventory, equipment costs, liability, and business structure in order to choose the right type of insurance coverage for your home business.
Whether you’re just starting out with your work at home business or you’ve had a home business for many years, you’ll need to stay motivated if you’re going to see continual success. Everyone goes through a home business slump occasionally, but it’s those who stay motivated who will reach their goals. Here are five simple ways you can stay motivated in your work at home business.
So, you’ve decided to hang up your own shingle—go out on your own. Congratulations! Before you make that first sale or buy your office supplies, consider these three tips to get your finances in order before you start making money. I guarantee, once you get into the swing of your business, you will be so glad you took the time to do this before things got busy.
The savviest business leaders know that even in tough times – especially in tough times – effective marketing can be the key to generating more business. And the savvy marketer knows how to stretch dollars, to negotiate added value, to identify budget-friendly solutions, implement them and maintain them.
by Marcy McKenna It sounds so cliché, but it really is amazing how quickly the day flies by. Though technology is supposed to make our lives easier and save us time, somehow I find myself with less time than ever. And I do believe technology is to blame! It’s all those emails, texts, tweets and…
by Carolyn Knight If you’ve successfully made the switch from employee to entrepreneur, you probably spend a lot of time working at home. Working at home can be a major adjustment. It requires you to be incredibly self-motivated, driven, and focused. Many people who work from home find it difficult to stay as motivated and…
by Christine Kane Irony: As I started to write this article, I thought, “I’ll just go play one quick Sudoku game first.” I caught myself in the act and marched myself to my laptop. People who say that procrastination is about laziness are probably the same people who think that anorexia is about not eating…
by Ali Brown Whenever I’m feeling stuck and want to attract new and better ideas or opportunities, I clean out my file cabinet. Yes. That’s one big secret! I clean out my file cabinet. Can’t explain exactly how it works, but it does. Just last week, I wanted to get back to working on my…
