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It’s hard to believe, but it’s almost Fall and “back-to-school” time.  Whether you have children or not, the school season always initiates the beginning of Fall – the season of change.  Perhaps you are interested in turning over a new leaf this coming season – learning a new skill, joining a fitness class, or even starting a new home-based business.

If starting a new business is on the horizon for you how will you choose the right one?

Here are some tips to start you in the right direction.

1. Identify your Passion – Are you a people person?  Do you like to help others?  Do you work best in a team environment or alone? Do you need something that allows you to use your creativity?  When your business is connected to your passion it really doesn’t seem like work.
2. Do Your Homework – when researching a company do your due diligence to make sure it is stable.  Are they growing?  Do they have a strong leadership team?  Doing your homework then being coachable and duplicating proven business strategies can factor into your success.
3. Determine your “WHY?” – do you want to bring an extra $500 or $1000 into the household every month?  Are you saving for a big vacation?  A new car?  Do you want the flexibility of working when your kids are in school? Having a home-based business can support your dreams and at the same time be a practical solution to lower taxes.
4. Plan & Use Your Time Wisely – once you know how many hours a week you can dedicate to your business you can plan how to best use those hours.  The home-based business model allows for as much flexibility as you need.

So take a moment to ask yourself – when Fall hits this year, will you be ready for a new beginning?

Whatever you choose, enjoy the last few weeks of summer and if you decide to  search for a home-based business may I suggest you take a look at mine… I love to work with women and help them realize their goals and dreams.

I am very excited to be  back writing my blog and to  focus on all the things I am passionate about: networking, connecting others, and customer service.  My new website is up and running and I feel extremely energized about all that is going on in my life.

Business networking is the greatest single asset for creating  growth and a sustainable business model in today’s market.  I love building relationships and teaching entrepreneurs how to create their own networks.  I am very grateful for all the amazing people I am meeting as I share my greeting card service on a weekly basis at my regular BNI meeting – who then work on my behalf to expand my prospect and client base. I also “pay it forward” by instructing people how to link with new clients and create opportunities as I connect these prospects with other great people in my network.  One of my favourite things to do is meet new people and learn about them and what they do.  Even as I’m talking to them I am thinking about how I can best support them.
There has never been a better time to start using valuable networking and communication skills to rise above your competition.   I heard this quote from someone I respect and it resonated with me:

” Appreciation wins over self-promotion every time.”

I think it is  a good mantra to remember when networking, and I hope you agree.  Let me know what you think and  please take a look at my new website and let me know how I can be of service to you.   Let’s get connected or reconnected!