gamblinfamily's Full Review: Priscilla Y. Huff - 101 Best Home-Based Businesses...
When my ex decided he was going to flip out, rather than be sane. I knew it was time to do something. Sure, I run a book business from home. But, that is not stable, solid income. Some months I make enough to get by for a good while. Then there are months where I can see a sale off in the distance, with a tumbleweed rolling next to it.
I needed something to not only get me out my funk. But, to get me motivated enough to go out and do something with my free time. Sure, writing on here is great and all. But, when life hands you a nut burger husband...
You start looking for options. Ways out. Hope. Success.
My way out, or at least key in the ignition was...
101 Best Home-Based Businesses for Women
A book that on the back cover claims to help answer the following questions.
1.) Can I be a stay at home mom and still earn extra income?
2.) Which home business is best for me?
3.) Where can I find expert advice on working out of my home?
4.) How much will it cost to get started?
What I have learned is that the book does answer these questions. And, that these questions are essential. You should seriously before reading the book ask yourself these questions.
I went into the book only being able to answer one of the questions. You can be a stay at home mom and make a business work. I have done so for quite some time.
Delving Into The Book
Part I Home Based Business Considerations
This part lists helpful tips that can be used before you start your business. And, deciding if a home based business is right for you. I learned early on that the expenses for day care, time off work and missing out on my son's childhood was too high a price. I was literally like one of the women in the book. I was working to pay for day care! I very rarely cleared enough money to even cover groceries.
Some questions to ask yourself (that I asked myself too)before you start are :
{} Where will you work?
{} Who should you talk to before you start?
{} What kind of insurance does a service business need?
{} Will you work alone or with a partner?
{} How much time will you need for your business?
{} Will your business be full or part time?
{} Will your business be in home, or out of home?
{} How will your family be affected or involved?
Again more essential questions that one needs to ask themselves before even thinking of starting a home-based business. There is also some places to write and call for more information on the questions asked.
I asked myself these questions before I started too. It is much better to go into a home-based business with thought, and preparation. If not you will be overwhelmed and disgruntled.
After answering all those questions, you will come to a section that helps answer what business is right for you. There is a lot of information and questions to ask yourself about this as well. A chart also will help you put this all into perspective. You can fill in what you can do, and have achieved. If you aren't any good at crafts for instance, you don't want to start a craft business.
This might sound like a no brainer, but this really does help. Yes, your hobbies are fun and fulfilling. But, remember do you want to do them all the time? Will it still hold the same fun and merriment for you once it is a "job" and not a hobby? Again more solid advice, that will help you make a better decision.
A business plan is also essential in deciding what you will do. You don't go into a gun fight unarmed, right? So, why go into a business without a plan? This section will help you with all the info needed to get permits, tax numbers, and other pre-opening things. It will also give you sensible advice on setting a plan and sticking to it. Also, more numbers and addresses for additional info are contained at the end of this chapter.
Part II 101 Best Business
Is broken down into 13 Chapters that offer a brief description of each business. Going even a step further, by telling you what to charge, what books to read for more info, and even where to get information on how to get the ball rolling for these ideas.
{} Special Event Services : Balloon Decorating, Gift Baskets, Party and Event planners. And many more!
{} Home Services : Cleaning, Estate and Garage Sales, Housesitting etc.
{} Personal Services : Child care, credit consulting, dating services, elder care, etc.
{} Health Services : Medical Claims Processing, Personal Trainer, etc.
{} Pet Services : Grooming, Boarding, Transporting.
{} Business To Business Services : Answering Service, Billing Service, Bookkeeping, Medical Billing, Temps, etc.
{} Entertainment Businesses : Clowning, Game Inventor, Tour Services etc.
{} Green Business : Environmentally Concerned Business, Landscaping, Garden Consulting, Wreaths, etc.
{} Craft Business : Airbrush, Calligraphy, Dolls, Candles, etc.
{} Computer Business : Computer Consulting, Graphic Artist, etc.
{} Food Related Business : Catering, Food Delivery, etc.
{} Other Businesses : Mail Order, Tax Prep, etc.
I found the title of this book to be right on. This are the best home based business out there. Of course I didn't list all of them. I won't give them all away!
This list of business really helped me in deciding what it is I want to do. How many of these sound enticing to you?
Plenty. Was my answer. I learned I am one of those people that has to remain in a constant state of busy. I now have a lot of home businesses going. Each one successful. If you want anything bad enough you can make it happen.
Part III Additional Resources
Is a wonderful section. Sure suggestions are a a great thing. But, information is essential. One can never have enough information on business. There is material out there and people that can help you. Just because you might want to work alone doesn't mean that you are alone.
I have met and talked to some of the nicest people through this book. There are some helpful numbers, and mail order books that you should invest in if you want to start a home based business.
My Thoughts & Recommendations
This book really did make me stop, think, and do. I think that for that it is worth a purchase. I of course like the constant demand of my businesses, but you don't have to over-extend yourself.
This book helps you find something you like, and tell you how to make money doing it. In the end though, it is your will to succeed, and effort that pays off.
I purchased this book for half off at a used bookstore. I suggest looking there first for this book. I paid a mere $5.00 on the Specials rack for it.
~~~~Never let someone tell you, that you are worthless. Don't let people walk all over YOUR soul. I am friends in a much better headspace than before. How could I have ever thought about letting a man take my creativity? ~~~~
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