Description
Book SynopsisHow would you like to work for yourself in your own home? Sounds good right? The commute would be a breeze. Starting a small business from home can mean minimum fuss and minimum start-up costs - so it's no wonder that around 60% of new businesses are started from home.
Table of ContentsIntroduction 1
Part I: Getting Started with Your Home Business 5
Chapter 1: Where the Heart Is: Welcome to the World of Home-Based Businesses 7
Chapter 2: Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, What’s the Best Business of All? 23
Chapter 3: The ABC of Starting Your Own Business 45
Chapter 4: Attracting Customers 67
Chapter 5: Creating a Sustainable Income in Challenging Times 95
Part II: Managing Your Money 113
Chapter 6: Keeping Track of Your Money 115
Chapter 7: The Price is Right: Deciding How Much to Charge 139
Chapter 8: Considering Taxes, Deductions and Benefits 159
Part III: Avoiding Problems 173
Chapter 9: Knowing Your Legal Do’s and Don’ts 175
Chapter 10: Using Outside Resources and Experts 191
Part IV: Making It Work: Moving Ahead 207
Chapter 11: Making the Internet Work for You 209
Chapter 12: Balancing Your Business and Your Life 229
Chapter 13: On a Roll: Growing Your Business or Selling Up 251
Part V: The Part of Tens 265
Chapter 14: Ten Tips for How to Succeed in Your Home-Based Business 267
Chapter 15: Ten Enduring Home Business Opportunities 275
Chapter 16: Ten Things to Do When Times Are Tough 283
Index 291
