A Home Business for 2013 – You’re Gonna Need It
You’re probably as tired of hearing about the fiscal cliff as I am. Geeesh – doesn’t matter what side you’re on, either way we’re in for another year of trying to make ends meet. Most families are so busy working that we don’t have time to even watch these overpaid politicians fuss about OUR money. (Can I get an amen?) For many – 2013 is going to be a serious financial hardship with no end in sight. I include me and my family in that group.
Obviously it’s doubtful will all get super awesome raises this year. It’s also doubtful (but I am always hopeful) that any of us will win the powerball jackpot. So…instead of waiting for things that won’t be happening or have a slim chance of happening – lets talk real solutions. Because obviously Washington has enough drivel and pie-in-the-sky nonsense going on to last us a lifetime and we need ideas for keeping the roof over our heads and food on the table NOW.
Starting a home business is one such solution. Now don’t roll your eyes and get that image of home parties out of your head.
You’ve not checked out home businesses lately if that’s all you think they are…. pushing junk on your friends and family and having home parties. Far from it.
Home Business in 2013 – The Age of Social Media Makes It Easier
With social media outlets like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram – the days of having home parties is far over. Most home business opportunities not only offer you a professional business website – but now you can market these websites through all the social media outlets and even hold all your parties online.
Many successful home business owners are tweeting their specials, Facebooking their discounts and recruiting new team members on LinkedIn. It doesn’t have to be a door to door, party to party type business anymore. Heck – many have YouTube channels where they demonstrate or display their wares.
Social media is huge and growing every day. The internet has become the a work-horse that powers all of these great avenues for home business owners.
Picking The Right Home Business for You
Obviously your can’t do your entire home business online. (At least not 100%) Most home businesses – at least traditional ones will have you delivering products to customers or in some cases actually having a home party or doing an expo. These are not bad things – they are what feed your business and help it grow. The more links you have coming into your business – the bigger it will become.
But most importantly – these things that are considered “awkward” or “time consuming” like home parties become mere steps if you’re doing something you love. They are not looked at as obstacles – but something you enjoy and something that helps you reach your ultimate goal of having a successful business that is YOURS.
For me – it has become just that. I sell Avon and love it. I have sold it for years and I enjoy their products myself. I like the leadership meetings and I enjoy building and mentoring a team as well. And I had tried other businesses – believe me…. many. Discovery Toys, Melaleuca, Send Out Cards – and it just wasn’t right for me. Doesn’t mean those aren’t great businesses and others are succeeding at them – it just wasn’t for me.
And that goes for any business really. If you don’t enjoy writing – I can’t see where starting a blog is going to be “fun” for you. You need to do something you’re enthusiastic about.
What are things you love? Enjoy?
Ask yourself that first and foremost. If you love to cook – then aim for businesses that revolve around that like Pampered Chef or Tastefully Simple.
If you adore cosmetics – Avon and Mary Kay have stood the test of time.
These are ways to gear yourself toward the right business. Having a passion for something and then infusing a home business that revolves around that passion is win-win.
Home Business Start Up Costs in 2013
Now don’t get frightened. Because many businesses are out there right now that can be started for free or next to nothing.
I know for a face that AtHOME America has a FREE sign up right now under the new owners and they are re-shaping the company so that it’s new consultants can do their business 100% ONLINE. I was so taken back by this – I signed up.
I also know… as I said – that Avon costs only $10 to sign up and get started. You can sign up right online.
So don’t let costs be deterrents. It’s affordable.
Know of a no cost or low cost home business? Tell us about it in the comment section below! We want to know!
Make 2013 the Year of Financial Independence
No we can’t give Congress or the Senate or the President a piece of our mind right now. They aren’t listening to me or you. They are fighting with each other and all are truly missing out on the fact that WE are THEIR bosses.
In the mean time – become YOUR OWN boss and take your finances into your own hands and find a home business that you can build in 2013. Use the extra cash you make to pay off debts and stash away in a savings for emergencies.
There is an awesome Direct Sales Business directory at our sister site, MoneyMakingMommy.com. Start researching your first step toward 2013 financial independence.
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