| December 3, 2006 01:33 - Get Free Publicity With A Press Release
Copyright © 2006 Liz BeresfordA Little Used Technique To Get Hundreds Of Sites Linking To You. Have you got as many visitors to your web site as you want? Most of us haven't and if we don't want to spend a fortune in advertising we are left with search engine... (Read Article)
December 8, 2006 18:44 - Choosing the Right Business Mentors -- The Key to Long-term Success
In recent years there have been numerous upheavals within the business world. How do we as women's home business owners run our business successfully and profitably during these uncertain times?How do we navigate through the ups and downs of business and maintain... (Read Article)
December 10, 2006 20:58 - How to Increase Your Freelance Income During the Holidays
Following are three ways to increase your freelance income during the holidays.1. Holiday Cards: Because it’s the holidays, most people open mail that seems like a holiday card. This alone gives you a leg up, eg, the potential client OPENED your mail.Inside... (Read Article)
December 12, 2006 21:25 - Sherri Frushnon of TheBabyOnlineBook.com
 What motivated you to start your own business?:I wanted to put together a book for all mothers to use, when they needed products for themselves or their baby. I wanted my book to be a valuable tool for all mothers, to be able to use the book when that mother needed something for herself or for her new baby to be, or for that baby after birth. Loaded with information for all mothers, shops and free coupons that will start arriving before your baby is born. What research or preparation did you do before opening your business? I took the time to research all avenues of internet, online book stores, there was no such book available to mothers that my book does offer. What kind of challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them? Major companies listed inside The Baby Online Book was a real challenge. Introducting my book to these companies took a huge effort on my part. But the outcome was great, as those Major Companies are listed inside the book, inside the front cover, offering free information, free products, coupons and so much more. What do you feel has contributed to your business success? Having a sister and sister in law and as well my own daughter all expecting at the same time, wanting this book of information. What business strategies have worked well for you and helped your business to become successful? Having an online site, hiring an SEO lady to push the book online, sending the book out free of charge to hospitals, Oprah, Parents Magazine, offering the book as an E-book and Spiral Bound book for gift giving. What advice would you share to women just starting out in business for the first time? Take your idea and go with it, your idea must be something you love, have a passion for and the time to put into your passion to make it worth your effort. Don't give up! Try every avenue of marketing, when some one tells you no, go to the next avenue and keep going. Don't worry about the "no's" as those will lead you closer to hearing the word "yes". Please include a short sentence or two about your business. The Baby Online Book is a great book for all mothers, providing each mother with valuable tools, information, coupons, shops and so much more. All in one book, saving all mothers, time and money!
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December 17, 2006 20:01 - Terri Seymour of SeymourProducts.com
 My name is Terri Seymour and I have been online for several years trying to find my niche. I have started several online businesses, each one doing better than the last as I learned more and gained more confidence. My story proves that if you are persistent and keep on trying, you can succeed.My first online venture was a craft/gift site called Nature's Touch. I was very inexperienced then and thought all I had to do was put up a website to make money. I have since learned of course, that this is very far from the truth. With my present business, I do see that many beginners still make this mistake. This site did not seem to fill my need so I joined with a reputable company and tried my hand at MLM. I loved the products, but soon found this was definitely not what I was looking for, so I started my own site, called Web Success Central, an internet marketing site that provided resources, advertising, etc. I did quite well but then because of circumstances in my life, I had to sell. As soon as I was able, I started another business called My Own Ezine. "MOE" was very successful and I was rolling along fairly well. I wrote and submitted articles, networked on groups and boards, got listed in every
directory I could find and published a very successful ezine. I loved "MOE", but it felt like there was still something lacking. I wanted to be able to do more than just internet marketing. So my husband and I started another business called Seymour Products. We found a couple of good suppliers, and got started. We offer business and home resources. I was able to expand into other areas I have always been interested in. With Seymour Products, we offer others a chance to become a success as well. I love working closely with our customers and feel totally fulfilled with the personal contact and commitment that goes along with Seymour Products. I think one of the things that has been a huge help in our success is our personal closeness and commitment to our customers, distributors, visitors. I deal with each one as if they were one of my closest friends (and a lot of them are) I find that the internet opens so many possibilities, it is mind boggling. Seymour Products is definitely my last stop on the internet because it fulfills everything I have always wanted in a business. If you get anything from my story, let it be this: You can do it if you do not give up! When I first started, I did not even know how to turn the computer on. This was almost 10 years ago but I did not give up. If one business did not fulfill all my dreams, I tried another. Do not think if you fail in one business that you will fail in all. A business has to be like a spouse - it can only be a complete success with the right one!
Terri Seymour has several years online experience and has helped many people start their own business. Visit her site at http://www.seymourproducts.com for resources, $1 resell ebooks, free tutorials, free affiliate programs & a free ezine with bonus report: 77 Ways to Get Traffic! subscribe@seymourproducts.com Visit my Business
December 19, 2006 20:02 - Why People are Afraid to Start a Home Internet Business
Working at home is a dream for many women, but most of us are intimidated by the prospect. Just how on earth do you get started? If you are looking to earn a real, full time income apart from your regular job, consider working online or starting your own... (Read Article)
December 20, 2006 16:38 - Will Today's Work at Home Internet Business Opportunities Work for You?
Despite the internet dot com 'bust' in the late 1990's, internet business today is booming! The ease of using the internet has given more people the ability to find work at home internet business opportunities than ever before. No matter where you are or... (Read Article)
December 21, 2006 17:55 - How to Make Your Home Business Successful by Connecting with Other Businesses
Is it really possible to make your home business successful simply through creating connections with other businesses? If you do this correctly, the answer is a resounding "yes!" Many home business owners believe that it is unwise to send your customers... (Read Article)
December 22, 2006 15:51 - When Is It Time For You to Consider A New Home Based Business Opportunity?
There will be times in your work at home career when you leap head first into a new home based business opportunity, only to discover later on that either it is not all that you had expected, or that you are no longer interested in spending your time with this... (Read Article)
December 23, 2006 19:28 - The Tax Benefits of Owning a Home Based Business
Did you know that you can save up to $5,000 a year simply by owning a home based business? One of the biggest benefits of working from home is the tax benefits you are eligible for because you are operating a home based business. Working from home allows... (Read Article)
December 24, 2006 17:59 - Home Business Marketing - How Smart Local Advertising Can Broaden Your MLM Network
For those who wish to broaden their MLM network but don't have the time, money, or energy to do so by the usual person to person methods, an effective solution is to step up your advertising efforts. Home business marketing does not necessarily mean putting... (Read Article)
December 25, 2006 16:50 - Four Tips for Ensuring the Success of Your Work from Home Internet Business
Many women today are inspired by the new creative possibilities available through the combination of work at home opportunities and the internet. For those women who are in the process of creating a work from home internet business, the following four tips... (Read Article)
December 26, 2006 17:03 - Finding Quality Wholesale Product Suppliers -- One Way to Build a Profitable Business Online
One way to build a profitable internet business is through selling items online. The key to maximizing your profits is to find a way to purchase quality products at the lowest price possible. This is one of the best ways to profit from selling items online... (Read Article)
December 26, 2006 18:34 - Make Money This Holiday Season; Don’t Spend It!
By Liz Folger What if you could make more money than you spend this holiday season? Sounds like a pretty good idea, you say? If you’d like to be on the making money rather than spending it during the holidays, now is the time to start preparing. Below I’m going to give you several money-making ideas. Pick the one or two that interest you the most and have fun! CRAFTS It doesn’t matter if you’re into woodworking, sewing, painting, pottery, or creating handmade paper. More than ever, people enjoy giving that one-of-a-kind special gift. You can sell your wares via the Net, at holiday bazaars or craft shows, or even consignment style. Once you become known for your crafts, word-of-mouth will keep you very busy. RUBBER STAMPING One idea is to create your own line of holiday cards with rubber stamps. Melissa Duquette has found this to be a profitable business. She explains, "The card season is upon us and everyone will soon be searching for the perfect holiday card to send to family and friends. This is your opportunity to break out into business and create unique hand-stamped holiday cards. Or why not offer a class teaching this great hobby? Rubber stamping can be worked into so many different businesses." I’ve been to a rubber-stamping party where we were able to create our own cards. I had a great time hanging out with my friends and making my own unique cards. If you are into rubber stamping, seriously consider having a rubber stamping card party. You would supply everything needed, and could charge either a flat fee or charge per card made. T-SHIRTS Kim Moya runs a T-shirt business and finds this a way to make extra cash during the holidays. She says you can create inexpensive holiday sweatshirts, and long- and short-sleeved T-shirts. And she doesn’t stop at T-shirts, but also includes tote bags, felt and cloth ornaments, advent and traditional calendars, aprons and many other items that you can purchase wholesale and sell at retail prices! FLEECE BLANKETS I don’t know about you, but I love fleece blankets. I was really excited when I found out I could make these awesome “Snuggly” blankets without having to sew a stitch. Cinda Louden has been making these types of blankets for a while now and explains, “These blankets are made out of Polar Fleece material. They are soft, warm, cozy, durable, and wonderfully ‘Snuggly.’ There's no sewing or needlework involved; all you do is cut and tie. Making Snugglies is a great way to start and create a business, make a little extra cash, or just make them for gifts. It's all up to you! ONLINE AUCTIONS The hype of eBay has not gone away, but has only grown. When among a group of people, I can usually find someone who has either bought or sold something in an online auction. Colleen Wallace has made it her business to sell merchandise online. “The holiday season is the best time of year for me. People are always looking for unique and interesting gifts to give their loved ones. What better place to find something different than the online auctions,” says Colleen. Start thinking about what you might have that you could sell online. Colleen has found that the items that sell well are those that can be used for stocking stuffers, are limited editions, or are signed items. BAKING Then there are the people who cannot stop baking during the holidays. Are you the type of person who finds that at the close of the season, all of your neighbors’ refrigerators and cookie jars are bursting at the seams because baking is just your thing? Believe it or not, this is not the favorite activity of some people. Stacy Robinson has found that A Holiday Home Boutique is a fun way to network with others who provide a holiday-related product or service. Each vendor displays her product or information about her service, and friends and neighbors are invited to come to shop and share fellowship. "As a cake decorator, I sell gingerbread houses, as well as display and serve a holiday-themed decorated cake - which the hostesses love because this becomes part of the refreshments! Visitors to the boutique get a chance to taste and see my cakes, and I take orders for holiday party cakes. I also display a few ‘dummy cakes’ to showcase my designs for birthdays, weddings, etc." The niche market that has been Stacy’s holiday bread and butter since 1991 is selling gingerbread houses to real estate agents. She leaves a gingerbread house with order information in large real estate offices for a few days. She also offers free delivery to the real estate office, or delivery for a fee to their home-buying customers and other colleagues, such as mortgage brokers, closing attorneys, etc. Additional Resources: Ebookswritten are available on each of the subjects listed above, and each ebook contains more information on starting that particular business. They include: * Bizy’s Guide To: Making Snugglies! A Step-by-Step Guide to Making and Starting Your Own Fleece Blanket Business - By Cinda Louden * Bizy’s Guide To: How to Create a Profitable Cake Decorating Business “From Scratch” - By Stacy Robinson * Bizy’s Guide To: Making Money With Online Auctions - By Colleen Wallace * Bizy's Guide on How to Start and Operate A Home-Based T-Shirt Business - By Kimberly Banfield Moya * Bizy’s Guide To: Starting a Rubber Stamping Business - By Melissa Duquette You can purchase any of these home business ebooks, which are written by moms, for moms.
December 27, 2006 12:06 - What is the Top Home Based Business for 2007?
What is top home based business for 2007? First, it is important to understand that finding the top home based business is not an objective process. The top home based business for you is does not necessarily mean the most profitable in terms of money, nor... (Read Article)
December 28, 2006 19:09 - Making Money Online - Yikes, Where do I Start?!
Making money online is not as hard as it may seem initially. If you are new to the internet, the prospect of having to learn about this entirely new world might seem more than daunting! Yes, it can feel totally overwhelming, and there will be some days when... (Read Article)
December 30, 2006 00:07 - Small Home Based Business Opportunity for Women who Love Helping Others
You have decided that it's time for a change. Small home based business opportunity is something you never considered while your kids were young, or while your career was going great. Now the kids are grown, or you've been downsized, or the stress of your... (Read Article)
December 30, 2006 21:55 - The Legalities of Running a Business in Your Home
Operating a home based business can be tremendously convenient, and offer lifestyle benefits that no other kind of business can offer... but did you know that there are also legalities of running a business in your home that you will need to be aware of? It... (Read Article)
December 31, 2006 20:02 - Five Steps to Help You Start a Business from Home in 2007
If the New Year has you thinking about your goals and dreams, you may be ready to make a change in your work. This is the time of year when many women decide to start a business from home. Home businesses have been flourishing for years, and especially nowadays... (Read Article)
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