1. Use separate phone line.
Whether it is a cell phone or an additional land line, make sure that it is always answered professionally and that it has voice mail. There is nothing worse than calling a number listed for a business and having it answered with just a “hello” or “yeah” or worse yet, never answered at all. Remember that you are the voice of your business.
2. Work in your office only.
You don’t allow the kids to keep their projects on the kitchen table or your husband to keep his sports magazines in the Den. Don’t allow your work to take over your family’s space.
3. Set reasonable work hours.
Nothing drains a work at home business owner faster than not knowing when to leave work. It is a common problem because the work is so easily accessible, but be diligent and realistic about the number of hours you can and should work each day.
4. Once you set your hours – stick to them.
Treat your work at home just as you did your work outside the home. Get up, get dressed, and arrive at your office on time and then also remember to leave on time. Staying on a schedule is the best way to ensure that you won’t burn out.
5. Consider getting a PO Box for your business address.
Having a separate address for your business mail will help you keep it apart from your home mail as well as give you a reason to take a break and get out of the house. It is also a very good idea to maintain your safety since your address goes on your business cards and possibly your website.
6. Get the right equipment.
Invest in the best equipment your budget can afford. Buy a quality office chair (your back will thank you), Upgrade your computer, get a good quality printer/copier, get a DSL line, and make sure your software is up to date. There is nothing more frustrating than dealing with slow, outdated, and under performing office equipment – so just don’t.
7. Move away from the computer.
Take regular breaks to get up and stretch, get a drink, or step outside for moment. Eat lunch away from your office. A change of scenery will do wonders for your mental and physical well-being
8. Stay up to date.
Subscribe to your industry journals and make a day for professional development. Don’t get stale or become out of touch with what’s new and exciting in your field. If you like to write – contribute to your journals or online forums and become a thought leader for your industry, that way you can make the trends instead of trying to keep up with them.
9. Don’t Isolate.
All work and no play really does make for a dull person. Join your local Chamber of Commerce and professional groups and get yourself out of the office once in a while.
10. Make your office a space that you enjoy working in.
Paint, buy new furniture, put up pictures, bring in plants, or do whatever will make your space one you enjoy. A word of caution, moving the play station and TV to your office probably isn’t a good idea – remember that this is your work space and really should be the only thing you do in it.
Working from home or working online has been a trend for the past couple of years. In fact, an increasing number of corporations opt to have some of their employees to work from home rather than work in their office.
This is because working from home reduces office utility and space expenses. This is actually a wise way to make cost-cutting possible without risking the quality of work that they expect from employees. In fact, a study showed that people who work from their own homes produce more efficient outputs.
This article will discuss some useful tips that you can opt to choose once you decide to work from your home.
Start working for freelance agencies
There are websites that help freelance workers and companies who are looking for workers to meet in one common market place. This is one of the safest ways to look for clients because transactions are seen and controlled. If you are willing to work as a freelancer, you can look for clients and start receiving assignments right away, depending on your skills. Some clients would ask you to take exams first or have you interviewed. But it should be easy if you know that you have the required skill
Bid for projects or assignments
This is one way to establish your credibility once you work as a freelancer. There is always a chance that you can meet clients who might hire you for a long-term work. Bid on projects and make sure that you beat the deadlines and exceed the client’s expectations. This is one way of jumpstarting your online career (where you can be your own boss and you decide on your own rates) and learning more about online businesses. Once you’ve established your credibility, you are on your way to starting your own online business.
Start a blog
This is by far the most common way of earning money through the Internet. You can earn through the advertisements posted on your blog. But first, of course, you have to earn your credibility by drawing traffic to your blog by encouraging people to visit your site. This is also one way of knowing other people who are into home based jobs and taking the opportunity to learn from them. Through word of mouth or through information that you gather in the Internet, you’ll be on your way to success.
Create an online business
Business owners have admitted about their secrets to success being associated with their websites, such as learning the wheels and ropes of marketing, sales, promotion and web traffic. If they can do it, you sure can do it as well. Running an online business can be cheaper than you think. And with a great deal of knowledge, you’ll never know what’s in store for you. Remember, people are secretly earning millions behind successful websites.
Whatever your choices are, there’s no time to waste. You should begin as soon as possible. The most successful online entrepreneurs always say that they wish they started a little sooner, so do not make the same mistake. Start learning online business and discover the amazing possibilities.
posted by Chris Simpson
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Wednesday, April 15th 2009
From day one, establishing your work at home business hours of operation are key to a successfully run enterprise. Your clients need to know when they will be able to reach you. Most importantly, you need “off time” established for your own peace of mind. You will not be doing anyone any favors by working overtime, stressing yourself to the max, and taking your workload “home”. Making it a point to separate the office from your home life should be the first priority when they are in the same location.
Why you should charge for after hour calls:
Your time is valuable and you should be compensated for work no matter the hour. When you have made your hours of operation clear to your clients, it is reasonable to charge for after hour calls. Make certain your customers are aware that payment will be expected. It is an acceptable business practice to set your voice mail after business hours and follow up on these after hour calls first thing in the morning.
How to work efficiently during business hours:
If you have small children and your main reason for a home business is to be there for them, you will need to make adjustments. Try to carve out some measure of the day for work only, even if it means hiring a babysitter. If finding adequate room for your home office is a problem, think about converting a space in the garage, guest bedroom, or even a large walk in closet.
There should be an area of your home designated just for work. In the best-case scenario, your home office will have a door that preferably locks (deadbolts in some instances) and a do not disturb policy except for emergency only. Avoid placing your home office near distractions such as a big screen television with surround sound. A separate entrance would be ideal if you have clients that drop by.
Another of the easiest ways to get side tracked at work is by reading and replying to personal emails. Do not let yourself fall in the habit of chatting online or make the mistake of letting friends know you are “available”. Your business should have a separate email account apart from your private email address.
A simple solution to becoming more efficient is by keeping separate communications. Use your cellular phone as the primary work line and do not give out your home phone number. If your business associates do have access to both numbers, install an answering machine or caller ID to avoid those hours’ long conversations that can wait until tomorrow.
To make a successful home business you must be a self-motivator. Although curling up with your laptop and never leaving the bed may sound inviting, it is not going to get your business up and running! Stay focused on your goals. If you start to feel tired or bored, go outside for a change of scenery and take a walk in the fresh air.
Remember at the end of the day that you call the shots in establishing your work at home business hours of operation. Once you make this minor change to separate home from the office, you will notice the monumental effect it has on your ability to work efficiently. You will be able to leave work behind more easily when you close the office door and rejoin your family.
“Work is the yeast that raises the dough.” ~ Portuguese saying
posted by Chris Simpson
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