Train your family and friends to understand that just because you are at home, when you are working you can’t be disturbed. Decide if you are just fooling around or trying to build a real business.

– The children interrupt
– Their friends are over and are loud
– A friend calls to talk
– The mail arrives
– You see something interesting on TV
– Someone comes to the door
– Unfinished errands around the house need done

You need to remind yourself, and sometimes others, what your purpose is and why you are working at home. At first some will be a little put off at your request not to be interrupted at work. They will get used to it, especially when you start making extra money. Soon, people will get used to not bothering you at certain times. Would they bother you at your workplace outside the home? No, they wouldn’t, at least not as often and not for as long.

You cannot let the outside forces of everyday life interfere with your future. If you want more time with your family, more money in your bank account, no boss, no commute, etc, then you will have to use your time in your home based business in an intelligent and organized manner. Keep your dreams and goals in front of you at all times.

Organize certain time periods for work only at home. Try to remember this is a real business, treat it that way.
Allocate time for tasks such as email handling. Everything needs time, from reading email and responding to important messages. Stay on top of your menial tasks so you have time to market. Your marketing will suffer if you fall behind in manual tasks. Your success and productivity are in your control.

Make your business a successful one and reap the benefits, both financial and time wise. The goal is to be working on your business, not in it. You will have more leisure time, more income, and less stress. You will also have a sense of pride and self satisfaction. Your family will be proud of you and enjoy the extra time you have for them.

Mark Robinson
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