Common Challenges of Home-Based Business Owners

Common Challenges of Home-Based Business Owners and Their Solutions
Working from home is a dream come true for many
entrepreneurs. It permits you to sell products or services
you truly believe in, set your own hours, work by your own
rules, and it may even allow you to spend more time with
family and friends. But there are also many challenges
involved in operating a business out of your home. (more…)

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I am not the world’s biggest fan of ironing, in fact I try to buy clothes that do not require pressing.  But there are some garments that need tender care in order to look good, so I have been looking at CHI flat irons to make the task easier.  Why this change of heart? Because I have bought a very beautiful prom dress. (more…)

Career Success – 5 Good Reasons to Train Co-Workers When Training is Not Part of Your Job

Career success involves more than going to work expecting to perform the regular duties listed in your job description. Just doing your job is part of the work-for-pay deal you made with your employer.

For some, the day will come when the boss asks for more. For example, you’ll be asked to train others in a particular function, perhaps even your own job! It means more work, that isn’t part of your current role, for the same pay. Should you be professional and accept the training assignment or be assertive and refuse to take it on unless they pay you extra?

Let’s look at this situation a little more closely. There’s more to it than first meets the eye. Here are 5 really good reasons you should always accept, especially when training is not your job!

1) Your paid job exists to further your employer’s interests. Hopefully the employment relationship is one where both of you get as much as you need and little you don’t. (more…)