The ABC's of
Work at Home Moms
Part 1

Work-at-home moms face many
different challenges. From learning to accept help when
needed, to building confidence in ourselves, to
remembering the reasons why we chose to work from home.
Below is the first in a series of tips to help
work-at-home moms in the simplest of ways – the
ABC’s.
A = Adjustments. A work at home mom must expect the
unexpected. She must be prepared to adjust her schedule
at any given moment for any number of reasons - a sick
child, a backed up drain, or an upset client. A mom who
learns to welcome these moments as a chance to show love
to her family and concern for her clients will be ahead
of the game in the end. Approach these
"interruptions" with a great attitude and see
what a difference it makes.
B = Better. Works at Home Moms have to be on top of
their game. To run a business as well as manage a
household takes determination and scheduling. You may
not feel like you have a schedule, but take a look at
your day/week and see how you are spending your time.
Next, think about what you can do better, what you can
delegate and what would be better off removed from your
schedule to allow you to spend your time in a better
manner.
C = Confidence. You wouldn't be a work at home mom
without it. Take time to celebrate each success no
matter how minute it may seem. Each success will help
grow your confidence and turn you into a savvier
businesswoman.
D = Dry - Don't let things dry up. Keep content fresh,
offer new products and services whenever possible. This
will keep you motivated and keep customer returning.
E = Effort - Don't kid yourself. It takes a TON of
effort to make a home-based business successful. Don't
give up with thing get rough. Keep plugging away - it
will pay off
F = Feisty - Every work at home mom has to be at least a
tad bit feisty. :) Stand up for your business when need
be - don't be afraid to say no when necessary.
G = Generosity - When I fist began my business I sought
advice from many successful work-at-home moms. One of
the best pieces of advice I received was that what I
gave to others would come back tenfold. I've found that
to be very true. Helping others is as much a blessing to
me as it is to others.
H = Help - There will come a time that you’ll need
help. You must be willing to accept it, to allow others
to do for you what you cannot. In turn, try to be a help
to other when they are in need.
I = If - If you don’t do it, who will? Mothering is
such an important role that gets overlooked so often
these days. Always remember that being there for your
children is the BEST gift you can ever give them.
J = “Just for you” - Take a little time to do
something just for you each day. Even 5 minutes of doing
something you enjoy can revive a tired mommy.
K = Keep - Keep your chin up. It will get better.
Don’t let a lag in business growth get you down. Find
some creative ways to get the ball rolling again.
L = Laugh - Take time to laugh with you kids each day.
And don’t be afraid to laugh at yourself when need be.
M = Mommy - Remember, the reason you do all that you do
is for those little ones who call you "Mommy."
Working from home can be difficult, but it is well worth
the effort. By keeping things in perspective we can
reduce the stress that we put on ourselves. Remember
these ABC’s and you’ll go far in your work-at-home
career.
Article Source: http://www.wahm-articles.com
Jill Hart is the founder of
Christian Work at Home Moms, CWAHM.com. Hart is also the
co-author of the upcoming book, Home Based Blessings,
due out in November 2006 for Christian moms who want to
work at home. Hart and her husband, Allen of CWAHD.com
(Christian Work at Home Dads) reside in Nebraska with
their two children.
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