Tuesday, September 2, 2008

A Work From Home Based Business the Shocking Untold Truth

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So you want to start a work from home based business? With the rising cost in fuel, the unsettling mortgage crisis, and the unjust economy decline many people are trading in their three piece suits and high heels to start a work from home based business. Every day people , are scouring the Internet looking for a legitimate home based business, to assist them in their quest to make money from home. The truth of the matter is wanting to work from home is not enough, although their is not an exact science to making money online, their are something's that you can do to make your business profit.

So many people jump right into an Internet Business, without understanding what it is they will need to profit. Unfortunately, the Internet sometimes leads us to believe that an opportunity is automated, and will allow us to be hands free . If you get nothing else out of this piece, please get this, their is always work to do in any opportunity in order to bring in an income. An Internet Business is no different. Bottom line if you are looking for hands free, 100% automated system, then starting a work from home based business is not for you. However, if you are someone who has a determination, work ethic, and motivation for success then you may have found your niche. But don't jump in yet their are some things that you will need in order to build your opportunity the right way.

Working from home paints a picture of the easy life. I feel obligated to tell you I love working with My Internet business because of the freedom, dress code, and yes the money. But I have learned through my quest, and training that their are things that every home based business owner must do. So get the fancy dreams out of your head and lets get down to what will really make your opportunity profit.

1.) Computer With Internet Connection - Okay this seems very basic and every one should know this right? Unfortunately I have had people that don't have a computer and want to start an Internet Business. Now with no connection, or computer this makes it difficult. I have had people that commute to and from the library to do their business task, because they have such a high desire. However, this can make things real difficult for you. Having access to Internet is really crucial to your opportunity, and should be implemented first.

2.) Private Work Space - Now I am a stay at home mom of three kids, a dog, cat, and whatever other creature my son decides to put in his pant pockets. So it can get very busy, and chaotic to say the least. However, having a work space available that you can go to when you need to do your task can make it easier for you and your family. Your family will understand when I am in my work space it is Mommy, or Daddy's time to work. Now I am not saying they may not cross that threshold, however it will make it easier to outline work time for you and them. Now, you don't need a large office space, just a section of the house that you can call your own that the family understands is set aside for to build your business.

3.) Scheduling - We all started a work from home based business to be boss free. No body breathing down your neck to tell you what time to punch in or punch out. It gives us incredible freedom. However, money doesn't grow on trees, you will need to set time up to work in order to profit. Yes I am back to the work=money formula. Sit down and write your work schedule out. For some you may have a 40 + hour work week until you make enough with your work from home based business, to quit. This becomes even more important. But make a schedule that will work for you. Whether its getting up an hour earlier, or going to bed an hour later. But setting a schedule down on paper will assist you in sticking to it rather then excusing yourself from your business responsibilities.

4.) Goal Setting - I can't tell you how important I have found this to be. Even after meeting my first money goal, I consistently change my goals and meet them. I always set out my daily goals, weekly goals and monthly goals, and then the prize at the end. This step gives us the incentive to keep bettering ourselves. But make sure to reward yourself with something when you meet your goals. Whether in 3 months you are saving for a new car, a new home, or it may be to quit your job. Make sure to follow through with your goals and when you meet your goal. It should be a daily habit to follow and track your goals setting to see what you have to do to accomplish each goal. This step is has amazing value in continued success.

5.) Marketing Circle - Many may be wondering what marketing is. This is the core, the foundation, of your work from home based business. Marketing is advertising your business, product or service. You are going to see and be faced with many different way to market your Internet Business. This is where finding a mentor, prior to finding your opportunity, is so crucial. With so many different and effective ways to market it is useful to have a knowledge and trained online coach to show you what online marketing techniques work and which ones to stay away from. The biggest misconception is that marketing takes a lot of money in order to do it the right way. This is absolutely undoubtedly not true. When executed properly their are many free online marketing strategies that will have your opportunity profiting.

6.) Online Coaching And Mentoring - I believe this is more important then the type of home based business that your partner with. It is so important to know the people that you have intentions of partnering with. Are they truly going to be able to help you. Think about it would you start a job without formal training. Of course not, why in the world would you take on a whole new career without the proper coaching. Of course gut instinct goes along way here, but your investigation on them is what should make your decision as to whether or not they will assist you in making money online. How will they help you? What interaction if any will you have with them. Testimonials, and completing a search can help identify if this mentoring is up front or not.

7.) Continued Growth - You have to get your head around continued growth. Yes, you may meet your goals in rapid time however the internet and your competition will be continual changing. Staying ahead of your industry should be a must for you. Take the time to learn the strategies and expertise to making sure that you can consistently offer new online marketing strategies.

The above seven steps are going to be the foundation of any work from home based business. Do not let anyone tell you their is no work, its all automated. Starting an Internet Business is not winning the lottery. I hate to keep drilling this in, but I passionately dislike when people are misled into believing something that just is not true. If you take and build your business off this foundation, then you can start strong. I am not telling you this is the exact seven step formula to success. But it is certainly the most important beginning steps to profiting. If you are looking to retire your three piece suit, high heels, or maybe both for a work from home based business, then build your foundation right, and keep building until you find the success you are looking for.

Megan Vaillancourt has been involved in online coaching and mentoring for top business such as My Internet Business and Passport To Wealth

She has organized a mentoring group called Mentors 4 U that earned the top mentoring of 2007 and are breaking records for 2008. If you are looking to learn how to profit while working from home. Don't fall for misconceptions, discover the truth first.

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