I used to wonder how others did it; keeping focused to
enable them to work from home. What I have discovered, are
five steps, or tools, that can be applied on a daily basis
to develop a solid career sitting at my own desk in my
home. These tools, along with an exceptional marketing
system and company with which to partner, have me on a
pathway headed straight for success.
The most important aspect to address whenever starting any
endeavor is identifying your 'WHY'. That is your deep
sense of purpose, the reason you are doing a particular
activity. This is your time to dream big and start
envisioning it and believing you will achieve it. Letting
go of any feelings of guilt regarding gaining wealth or
giving up hours with the children needs to take place as
well. You will be able to schedule around that and have
the most productive hours of work time take place during
your children's quiet time.
As a mom with three young children (ages 7, 4, and 7
months), a husband, and a home, I have realized, it is all
about balance and having a positive attitude. Most days
begin with the whirlwind of getting ready for school and
making breakfast. I have found if I begin that day with 15
minutes of working time, I never feel the urgency to 'get
to work'. During that time, I answer emails that came in
from the night before and check all of my lead generating
media. That allows me to start formulating my plan for the
day in my head.
The most important time of the day for me is my "Golden
Hour". There are no interruptions during this time and I
only perform income producing activities. These may be
answering leads, placing ads, or writing articles. I have
prearranged a number of friends on a rotation to play with
my infant son, of which most of this time he is napping. I
make sure I am not busying myself with the many other
household tasks that can stare me in the face, such as
doing the dishes and laundry. My coffee is already made by
this time as well.
There are times I need to work with my children around me.
Nap times can be very productive times of the day for me.
Again, it is all about balance, timing, and pre-planning.
I will let my daughters know what I am doing and why
(saving for Disney trip or planning for college). If I
need to make a phone call or am expecting a phone call, I
tell them of that and then make sure they have no immediate
needs. When I am finished with a call, I will let them
know I am accessible again. It also helps to have a
special hand signal that is only used to symbolize, "Quiet
please, Mommy is working on the phone."
Personal development is an important part of achieving
success as an independent business owner. This can be in
the nature of books, movies, and/or affirmations. I read
or listen to books while exercising on a bike or treadmill.
Keep books on tape to listen to in the car while waiting
to pick kids up from school or activities. It is very
effective to record yourself speaking positively into a
recorder and setting those words to your favorite music.
One of the most important pieces of gaining success at home
is to have a support team of other business entrepreneurs.
These people should be as successful as you and some should
be more so. This team approach allows you to learn from
others and mastermind together. Gaining confidence in your
own abilities is also of key importance.
Following a five step plan on a daily basis will allow you
to work from home and carry on a busy schedule. These
steps include setting a schedule for tasks such as daily
visualization of your goals, participating in income
producing activities, personal development, surrounding
yourself with other leaders, and having confidence you are
a leader in your own right. This is what you need to steer
yourself on the path of success and wealth, while keeping
yourself at home with your family.
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A practical guide from a mom who is steering her own path
to a successful business and a balanced home and family
life...
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