Would you like to start a business from home, but you don’t know where to start or what to do? Do you need a dose of inspiration? Check out these amazing women’s entrepreneurial success stories on how they got started working from home and pursuing their dreams of self-employment; it will give you the motivation […]
Vision Insurance for the Self-Employed
Sponsored by VSP Direct ™ This year as I turned 44, I have succumbed to the fact that I need to wear reading glasses. For the past year (or two), I’ve been squinting at my computer screen and increasing the font on my tablet and smartphone. I’ve been very fortunate in that I’ve had good eyesight […]
5 Time Management Tips for Working From Home
Some people were born to work from home. They don’t need an office to keep them accountable and productive, and they relish in the quietness and comfort of their own homes. Then there are people who need to work a little harder to keep on track. With all the distractions that come with working at […]
How to Conquer Self-Doubt and Launch the Business of Your Dreams
The thought of leaving the ‘safety’ of a regular 9-5 job for the big unknown of self-employment can be as exciting as it is scary. I know this first-hand because I’ve been there and I’ve also had the great privilege of working with women of all ages who’ve wanted to make their dreams of self-employment […]
Maternity Leave: What It’s Like When You Work From Home
Being self-employed can be incredibly liberating. You are allowed to follow your passions and make your own rules. Being self-employed can also be incredibly burdensome. If you aren’t working, you aren’t making money. When it comes to taking long periods of time off work, like maternity leave, self-employed women must be more prepared than women […]
Handling Your Finances as a 1099 Contractor
Working from home is a dream of many, and running your own business is a great way to do just that. Chances are that, unless you’re selling a product, you’re doing a lot of freelance work. And when you freelance, businesses treat you as an independent contractor, or a 1099 contractor, which alludes to the […]
What Should I Do First? 7 Ways to Get Your Self-Employment Ducks in a Row
By Diana Schneidman If you are overwhelmed by your to-do list, be smart and take a few minutes upfront to prioritize. It takes only moments at the start of your workday, but you will accomplish what most needs to be done while enjoying peace of mind. When you work-at-home as a freelancer or consultant, you […]