Are You A Work From Home Mom?

It sounds like a dream come true to work from home and be able to see your kids more. Many fantasize about being able to set their own schedule and work in their pajamas, but the truth of the matter is that working from home may not quite be the dream come true. It could be your worst nightmare. Or it could bring more peace and happiness. You decide.

Escaping the rat race can be great for the right person. As a parent, working from home can give you more quality time with your kids. You don't have to be away all week or all day. You definitely save on the cost of gas, office dress and eating out for lunch. And you may even have time to have your nails done, spend time meditating or exercising or relaxing by the pool.

The obstacles? Unless you are the type of person that has a to do list and tackles the project at hand, you may end up getting sidetracked by the kids and/or spouse or other family and friends.
If you have been in a work outside of home job, the friends and family all want your attention now and think of this as your day off. You have to let them know that when "the door" is closed, "Mommy is busy working. It will have to wait until Mommy is through with work." The same thing applies for those that decide to start a business after being at home. It takes a period of adjustment but it is doable.

For me, it was easier to take one of the bedroom and make it my office. It had a door that I could close. Just like when I worked in an office when I closed the door, I do not want to be disturbed unless it is an emergency. If the door is open, I may still be working but more than likely, I'm doing busy work, paper work, filing, etc. Something that I can easily put down or stop and answer questions or let one of them in my lap for me to hold.

Also, I found that trying to work in the living room was too distracting for me. In America, there are tax savings of having an office space at home and it needs to be a specific place in case you are audited. I found that it was easier to get organize having a room; even if it has to substitute for a guest bedroom. You can always have a sofa bed or Murphy bed. Having a designated work area will help you be less stressed during your off-time. You don't want to bring your work into the home environment. It can create too much stress.

Does your business need a separate phone? If your business of making money online requires you to answer the phone, at least get a separate line or ringtone so when business calls you can have your business face and voice on. If you have ever had the kids running wild, the dog barking, the cat meowing when the boss called you at home, you know what I mean.

In the beginning of your business setup, keep everything simple. Don't try to do too much. KISS! Keep it simple, stupid. It will pay off for you.

Tell me...what do you dream of doing to make money online?