Craft Business Success Package

Monday 28 April 2008

Could Freelancing Work For You?

Today working freelance has become a career and lifestyle choice, so easily adapted to working from home. It has given more people a variety of benefits and the feeling that there is no better option than the ones they have due to the flexibility of work.

More employees today choose to leave the security of their day jobs and engage in freelance work due mainly to the following factors:

* Variety. People are drawn to go freelance for this reason alone. The work offers a greater variety of assignments compared to regular employment. And with the internet offering more opportunities, freelancing becomes a goldmine for those who seek good opportunities and better projects, not to mention higher paying jobs.


* More freedom and flexibility. Going freelance can give a person the freedom to choose when and where to work. It also gives a person more time to pursue other interests or take on more jobs. Others consider the fact that they can even take care of their family better as soon as they start working from home.

*Improved income. Freelance workers can usually command higher rates for their projects because they are hired for their specific talents and skills. This is a big plus because they are paid well but do not have to work full time. Though income rates for freelancers vary, most of them still benefit from the setup. They charge either by the hour, by the day, or on per-project.

Today, freelancers can easily find work through the internet. These jobs can range from writing short articles to language tutors to architectural designs. The demand to complete projects through freelancing is still very high, as shown by the thousands of projects available online.

Carry out a search, type in freelance work and read through some of the many different companies looking for applicants.

Saturday 26 April 2008

UNLIMITED EARNINGS FROM A FREE GIFT

Hi,

Following my review on the water car, it’s time to get back on track.

Meanwhile though I hope you checked out that report, I’m definitely going to convert my car, will let you know how it goes.

Today I thought perhaps it was time to offer you a FREE gift.

Some of you may be undecided which way to take your home business, so today I’m going to show you a method by which you can easily generate an income, no website needed. Managing multiple streams of income is very important when you start out working from home. Also when you are not 100% certain which way you are going to take your business, then having something like this to fall back on, can only help.

This report is currently selling on eBay but you can download one for FREE here:

http://www.ebooks-top-store.co.uk/bumm.zip

This will explain how with no outlay you can create an income, only limited by the amount of work you produce.

Read, digest and contemplate

Until next time

Mike

Thursday 24 April 2008

Stop Paying Those Crazy Fuel Prices – Check This Out

Hi,

I know this is supposed to be a blog to help you start working from home, but when I heard about this site I just had to check them out:

www.i-run-my-car-on-water.com

This is no joke.

How much are you paying for fuel these days? Every minute it seems the price per gallon just gallops sky high! And then they have the nerve to increase every price of every article delivered to supermarkets. Where will it end?

So when a friend passed me this site, it really captured my attention.

How you can run a car on water (okay part water – but you still save a lot of money!)

I’m not going to even try and describe how it works, look at the site, incredible. I am seriously going to talk to my garage though. Anything to save money.

Take a look and they offer a 56 day guarantee:

www.i-run-my-car-on-water.com

Would be great to hear what you think, leave a comment.
Does anyone know anything about this, I need to investigate!

Back to normal service tomorrow

Mike

Tuesday 22 April 2008

How To Keep The Excitement Going

Hi,

So - You started your new home based business.

How is it going?

Are you still able to jump excitedly out of bed in the morning or are you finding some days a little bit of a struggle?

This is nothing to worry about and happens quite often to ‘newbie’ home workers. The initial thrill of setting up your business begins to wane, just a little, a couple of weeks later. Obviously cash flow into your company is not exactly as high as your dreams – not yet.

Quite normal for you to panic. “Have I done the right thing?”

This is when I hope you have started your business based on something that you are passionate about. Nothing worse then beginning a scheme solely on what you think will work. If you are genuinely interested in your company’s product/service, then you will show to your clients your enthusiasm. If you firmly believe in your business, then this will show to your customers, sales are then easier.

So tomorrow morning if you wake and have any doubts, ask yourself, “Is this what I want to be doing?” Start the day positive and excited.

It will show in every way.

'til next time

Mike

Monday 21 April 2008

Starting An Online Business? You Should Take A Look

Hi

For those you who are thinking of, or have already started an online business, then this could be of interest to you.

Lately we've all been getting bombarded with products that are being trumpeted as the ONE thing absolutely EVERY online business owner MUST have if they want to make money on the Internet.

I'm sorry, but I find these outrageous claims hard to swallow. Especially when many of these products will ONLY work for you if your business is ALREADY making money!

If you're just starting out... or if your site isn't getting any visitors or sales... then BEWARE! Most of these products won't give you the answers you're looking for.

That's why I was so happy to hear that Derek Gehl has come out with the latest version of his world renowned Internet Business Course.

To check it out, just click here:

http://www.marketingtips.com/t.cgi/ 1149602

Derek explodes a lot of popular marketing myths and tells you exactly what you REALLY need to do to make great money online.

Take a look, nothing to lose,

Mike

P.S. If you've been searching for a "magic bullet" that will help you set up a profitable online business, then you REALLY have to hear what Derek says:

http://www.marketingtips.com/t.cgi/ 1149602

Sunday 20 April 2008

Do You Have What It Takes?

Hi,

I thought today we would look at some of the qualities that help to make people successful when working alone from home.

In the office workplace although we all complained about the boss looking over our shoulders, there was always the motivation that we had to work. Alone at home it is not so easy to push on, especially when you are having one of those bad days. Yes everybody gets bad days, whether it’s the system that goes down or just your low mood.

Starting a home based business requires the patience of a saint; do not believe the stories of quick profits. Any successful business has to grow, like a seed to a plant. You will make mistakes, but learn from them and be determined to succeed.

Be organized, working from home can be quite challenging. Juggling family life and work demands a new approach to your business plans. Adapt to it, you will be surprised to discover how easy it is to change your day around.

Remember Rome was not built in a day. Never give up on your dreams, you will make it, you will succeed.

Tomorrow I will show you some places you can gain extra help from,

Mike

Saturday 12 April 2008

Tips To Consider When Starting Home Business

For those of you considering a home based business here are some basic tips for you to think about over the weekend:

*When you start make a list of everything you are interested in.
*Find out what people want. Their question is always – What’s in it for me?
*Research if others are providing the same service.
*Can you offer a better service?
*Discover which companies gained success.
*Find out why some companies failed.
*Keep your prices at the right level, too high they won’t buy; too low they will think you are too cheap.
*Keep your costs in check.
*Look to your strengths.
*Change your weaknesses.
*Set a limit on your monetary outgoings.
*Plan ahead.
*Look after your customers.
*Watch out for internet scams.
*Above all enjoy your life, it will show in your work.


Good Luck

Mike

Thursday 10 April 2008

Teleworking At Home

Hi

I have apologies to make, this blog is I know titled ‘Start a Home Business’, however it has been drawn to my attention that in the beginning I failed to mention the possibility of keeping your office job but telecommuting from home.

After all nearly everything we do in life can be done on a computer (well nearly everything!) From your mail to banking to travel arrangements to shopping to .....oh...everything! So why not your office job?

You of course reap all those rewards that you wanted in your desire to work from home. Try if you can to convince your company of the many advantages in your teleworking. You can be far more productive at home, think of the time saved by no chatting with colleagues.

More and more employers are encouraging this, the facts do show workers are happier and production is higher. With the price of gas at the moment, the car can stand just where it is and think of the benefits of helping to reduce those terrible morning traffic jams. With the internet, telephone, fax, video conferencing and more, there is no better time .

One possibility for you to think about.

Has anyone out there done this? Please let us know. Would love to hear your views.

Mike

Wednesday 9 April 2008

Freelance Photography Business From Home


Hi

For today I thought we could look at the possibly of your starting a home business in photography.

Personally I just point and snap so as with everything in life, if you have no experience go straight to the experts and here is one of the best.

I have reprinted here an article by Michael Kryzer.
Titled ‘Freelance Photography – 3 ways to Sell Your Photos’

If you love photography then a career as a freelance photographer is well worth considering. If you want to start a business in freelance photography there are three main ways to sell your photos.

1. Stock Photography Stock photography refers to a stock of existing photographs that can be licensed for specific uses. Publishers, magazines, advertising agencies, filmmakers, web designers, and graphic artists are all examples of users of stock photography. They can use stock photography instead of hiring a photographer to shoot the photographs they need. As a photographer when you take photographs those photos become a part of your “stock”. As the copyright holder you can license the images again and again. Your stock photos can be sold online through stock agencies and microstock sites, or by approaching publishers and other users directly, or you can sell them through your own web site.

2. Photography Products You can take your photographs and create products for sale. Some examples of possible photography products include posters, prints, postcards, t-shirts and even books. At CafePress, for example, you can design a wide variety of customizable products using your photos with zero upfront costs and zero inventory investment.

3. Photography Services Another way to work in freelance photography is sell your skills, to sell your services as a photographer. In this capacity you could work on assignment for portraits, for weddings, or for various types of business project. If you only want to work part-time at your photography, then working as a freelance photographer is still a great way to earn a little extra cash or to pay for your next digital camera or lens.

About The Author If you would like to start your own freelance photography business and learn how to sell your photos, please visit: http://shlumo.sellphoto.hop.clickbank.net You'll discover all you need to know including which photos to take and how to get the best fees possible for your photos.

Until next time

Mike

Monday 7 April 2008

Today Start A Craft Home Business

Hi

I hope you all enjoyed a very calm and resting weekend and are now ready to work.

Over the next few days I would like to explore some of the different types of businesses that are so suitable to start, operate and run profitably from home.

Today I thought we would look at the craft industry. All across the world and indeed before the introduction of the internet, people have been creating crafts for sale. Any work that can be so easily produced in the home naturally has always been so popular with those wishing to earn an extra income.

If you truly have a passion for crafts then this type of work could suit you very well. By creating a website you can enter the online world, where you can easily sell your handmade items worldwide. There is an ample market of people seeking unusual and unique gifts, not available elsewhere.

Offer other items for sale, from fabrics to eBooks, become an affiliate for similar craft businesses. There is a vast opportunity for creating a decent income though craftwork.

I thoroughly recommend that you check out:

http://www.craftmarketer.com/cmd.php?af=760513

Specialists in home craft business help, well worth looking at.

We will look at another business tomorrow

Mike

Saturday 5 April 2008

Starting Up Your Home Based Business

Hi

I hope you are gaining some benefit from the information I am trying to offer you. If there is anything specific you would like to know, please leave a comment.

I thought today we could look at various start up costs.

Almost all home based businesses today require the use of a computer and the internet. I advise you to start your own website and to set up your own domain name.

Choose a domain name that describes your business perfectly, let your visitors know what they can expect from you with your chosen name.

Domain names can be bought very cheaply, some as low as $5 a year. A good hosting site will only cost you around $10 or less a month.

Unless you are going to start creating products in your new business, your immediate set up costs for your company are going to be very low. If you intend to freelance or handle contract work, then your initial set up will be minimal.

Never underestimate your additional office running costs, electricity will rise, as will telephone charges, even down to items like printer ink and paper. Check with your insurers, some companies will increase your home rates for running a home business.

However on the plus side, if you have done your homework then these charges can be offset by the first earnings you make.

I hope this has given you a small insight into set up costs.
Enjoy the weekend; I hope the weather is good for you whether you are.

Mike

Friday 4 April 2008

Career Dreams - Make Them Happen

Good to see you again


When you first thought of starting your home business did you have a dream in mind?

But do not let that deter you if you did not. There are a lot of people commuting and working in offices who are desperately unhappy with their lot!

The old saying – ‘Do you work to live – or live to work?’

We all spend years of our lives struggling to earn money to buy a roof over our heads and put food on the table. I hear you shouting, ‘There must be more to life than this?’

There is, believe me.

We all possess certain natural abilities and skills that we learn through life’s little adventures. When it comes time to starting your business you can seek within yourself what it is that drives and motivates you.

Some people dream of writing as a career, for others photography or a craft business. With industry relying heavily on the computer, so many of us now are trained and confident using the internet. An online career is highly possible for creating a profitable home business.

Look to your personal knowledge, it is always best to work within your experience. Plus find the dream that you wish to fulfil, nothing drives you to success like reaching your goals.

I hope here I have given you something to think about,

Tomorrow we will look at set up costs.

Mike

Thursday 3 April 2008

Can Your Home Really Be Your Office?

Welcome back

When it comes to deciding to start a home business the first question you should ask yourself is – can I honestly motivate myself to work on my own at home with all the possible distractions around.

If possible try to create a working area for yourself away from your family. Ensure that your friends know when you will be unavailable; too often people think of working from home as something you do in your spare time.

However make sure that you keep up your social life, getting out and meeting people becomes far more important when you spend a lot of time working on your own.

The advantages of working from home are huge: no morning commute, set your own hours, the personal satisfaction that you are your own boss.

You must be fully committed to your project, the more you put in, the greater the rewards.

Working from home suits so many different people, from so many different backgrounds and lifestyles but you must ask yourself at this early stage. Is it right for you?

Give this some thought and I will return tomorrow to start you thinking about your personal skills and abilities.

Have a great day

Mike

Wednesday 2 April 2008

Finding A Suitable Work At Home Career

Do you have a potential home business idea or are you considering the many options available?

I thought to start today we could take a look at the many possibilities of work at home career’s available. The list is vast – plenty of options.


Affiliate Marketing
Copywriting
Crafts – Candles, Greetings Card, Quilts, Scrapbooking
Cosmetics – Making, selling
Desktop Publishing
eBay Selling
eBooks – writing/marketing
Event Planning
Health & Beauty
Health Care
Internet Marketing
Internet Store / Dropshipping
Jewellery – Design & Creation
Medical Billing/Transcription
Movie Reviewer
Mystery Shopper
Online Trading
Party Planner
Photography
Survey’s
Travel Writer
Website Designer
Wedding Planner
Writer – articles, children’s books, letters,

Once you have decided on your chosen path, the next step is to create a business plan which I will start with you tomorrow.

Until then...

Mike

Tuesday 1 April 2008

Introduction

Let me introduce myself

My name is Michael Lyall and I used to be a financial consultant, tired of commuting to the City every day I did exactly what The Beatles wrote about: "I blew my mind out in the car"!!

True - on the way to work one morning - I stopped at a red light, I just felt I could not keep the pace up, turned left instead of right. Drove out into the country and sat in my car. That was it I never returned to the office.

I went home and decided there and then I was going to make it on my own. That was 6 years ago and apart from a few doubts that first week and a few months of family pressure (!) I have never looked back.

Now I help others achieve their dreams of running their own businesses from home.
From writers,
craft makers,
internet marketers,
wedding planners,
home health care
pet care and more...

I have vast experience in what it takes to plan, build and execute a home business.

Hopefully I can help you too.

I will continue to set up this blog, hopefully the famous words of "If you build it, he will come"
Will work for me.

Thank you for your time

Mike