Use Your PassionI like to talk about my working life online because I've done it all: I've worked in a mousetrap factory, designed jewelry and been a jet mechanic in the Air Force.
Now I have my own work-from-home business, leading a sales team for Dove Chocolate Discoveries. I'm selling something I have a longtime passion for -- chocolate!
The Web is a great tool, especially when it comes to expanding my customer base. You also can get candid advice online on career-focused forums.
In turn, I try to help fellow moms on these forums take advantage of the positive aspects of a bad economy by finding great bargains or getting their home loans refinanced at a lower interest rate. Good times or bad, nothing lasts forever, so you take advantage of "down" cycles so you'll be in a position to enjoy the better days ahead.
My top tips
Family first. For every business opportunity, ask yourself, "How will this affect my family?" My business allows me to be home for my kids when I'm needed.
Quitting isn't an option. I've seen many people who've given up on a challenge, and then they regret it. If something isn't working, don't quit it. Change it.
Be passionate. A lack of enthusiasm will hurt your job performance. Passion will drive you through the low spots that happen in every career.
Pay with cash. By using cash, I've built my company without adding unnecessary debt. You need your money to work for you, with interest on investments.
Stay connected. Networking on the Web is a wonderful way to get the word out about what you do or to help you find a job.
___________________________________________Family first. For every business opportunity, ask yourself, "How will this affect my family?" My business allows me to be home for my kids when I'm needed.
Quitting isn't an option. I've seen many people who've given up on a challenge, and then they regret it. If something isn't working, don't quit it. Change it.
Be passionate. A lack of enthusiasm will hurt your job performance. Passion will drive you through the low spots that happen in every career.
Pay with cash. By using cash, I've built my company without adding unnecessary debt. You need your money to work for you, with interest on investments.
Stay connected. Networking on the Web is a wonderful way to get the word out about what you do or to help you find a job.
An added note: I want to add a couple of my favorite networking groups here for all of you to take a look at. Each group is unique. Visit all of these sites to see which group fits your "style" the best.
MomsLikeMe.com is where Moms gather on-line. They are stay at home Moms, professional Moms, working Moms, and Moms who are Moms to Moms. This is also the "birth place" of the article above. A special thanks goes to Valentina and her dedication to our Denver area group!
LinkedIn.com is for the professional. This is a wonderful place to meet and network with other professionals who share your business interests.
BehindtheMoonInc.com holds networking meetings all over the Metro-Denver area. Each meeting has plenty of time to meet and share business with others. Take a look at their calendar to find an event near you.
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