You’ve just graduated! The sky’s the limit, the world is your oyster, the gravy train is leaving, and your parents just called to say dinner is in the oven and remember to walk the dog when you get home.
Unfortunately today’s college graduates are finding their hopeful career path is undergoing construction… indefinitely. At a time when the doors of opportunity should be opening up, it’s the familiar door of your childhood home that’s swinging open. Affected by the struggling economy, high unemployment, cutbacks, and mounting student loans, a majority of graduates are moving back home immediately after graduation. They’re called “boomerangers” and they’re also calling their new roomies “Mom” and “Dad.”
A recent survey conducted by CollegeGrad.com indicated 80% of college students moved back home after graduating. This is an increase of 17% from 2006. Out of the 2,000 students surveyed, seven out of ten stated they would continue to reside at home until they found a job.
It’s not uncommon to move back in with your parents after graduating college. For some, it can be extremely comforting to know living expenses are one less thing to worry about. Most parents realize obtaining a college degree no longer promises immediate employment in your chosen field of study. And, unless you have a job lined up for you after graduation, moving back home is the only option.
Now, the thought of living at home after school may not sound like the idyllic situation, but the scenario doesn’t mean you have to give up your independence, or even wait for the ideal job. In fact, this is the perfect opportunity to begin a home based business.
There is no better way to earn extra money than while living at home. Most expenses are already covered so any extra income you make can go right into your pocket. Chances are you already possess the essentials for a residual income home business: a smart, marketable idea, office/desk space, a telephone, a computer, and a lot of determination. There is a ton of information online and at your local bookstore to aide you in building your home business. Don’t be afraid to dive in head first. Who knows? Your residual income opportunity could pay off your dreaded student loans or even catapult you onto another career path that’s open for business.
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Thursday, March 31, 2011
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
The Smarter Home Office
The other day I was speaking to a friend of mine who owns and operates a graphic design business from his home. After a lengthy conversation on blogging, he mentioned that it was time he returned to work, stating "back to the dungeon." When I asked him why he compared his home office space to a dungeon he laughed saying that the room felt cold and depressing. Also, since it was on the opposite side of the house from the livelier rooms, it gave the impression of complete separation from everyone else.
Having an undesirable home office space can be detrimental to your home based business. Location, lighting, clutter and noise are but a few elements of your home office that can cause major distractions, when negative, ultimately leading to work stoppage/loss which can directly affect your ability to make residual income.
You may feel the “personality” of your office space isn’t important but you’d be amazed how the arrangement of your work room can make you feel despondent and negative. In The Smarter Home Office: 8 Simple Steps to Increase Your Income, Inspiration and Comfort, author Linda Varone targets the potential pitfalls of your office space. The award-winning design consultant discusses how to choose the right lighting to decrease eye strain and low energy levels, how to choose the best chair for the ultimate in support, and where to position your office desk for maximum work efficiency. You’ll also read about tips on painting, decorating, space usage, organization, and storage. The Smarter Home Office also sheds much needed light on how to run a home business while working under the same roof as your family. Let’s face it, dealing with family and business in the same space can be a bit daunting at times.
By realizing the potential of your office space, the benefits of having a residual income home business, and how small, low-budget upgrades can provide a work space that’s uplifting and inspiring, you’re sure to generate positive results all around.
Read more...
Having an undesirable home office space can be detrimental to your home based business. Location, lighting, clutter and noise are but a few elements of your home office that can cause major distractions, when negative, ultimately leading to work stoppage/loss which can directly affect your ability to make residual income.
You may feel the “personality” of your office space isn’t important but you’d be amazed how the arrangement of your work room can make you feel despondent and negative. In The Smarter Home Office: 8 Simple Steps to Increase Your Income, Inspiration and Comfort, author Linda Varone targets the potential pitfalls of your office space. The award-winning design consultant discusses how to choose the right lighting to decrease eye strain and low energy levels, how to choose the best chair for the ultimate in support, and where to position your office desk for maximum work efficiency. You’ll also read about tips on painting, decorating, space usage, organization, and storage. The Smarter Home Office also sheds much needed light on how to run a home business while working under the same roof as your family. Let’s face it, dealing with family and business in the same space can be a bit daunting at times.
By realizing the potential of your office space, the benefits of having a residual income home business, and how small, low-budget upgrades can provide a work space that’s uplifting and inspiring, you’re sure to generate positive results all around.
Read more...
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
New Tech Gadgets To Inspire Your Home Business
In 2011 it’s all about tablets and 3D devices. As the tech geniuses continue to amaze and impress us with tech candy/devices/products/toys we just can’t seem to live without, here are a few that should get your gadget juices flowing and potentially streamline your home business.
iPad 2
After the much-ballyhooed introduction of the un-strategically named yet groundbreaking iPad, Apple is poised on the brink of delivering their second generation. The buzz of the iPad 2 (unofficial name at this point) actually existing has been running rampant for some time. With rumored features such as additional memory, a front and rear-facing camera, and a slimmer, lighter body, this tablet can be a much needed “assistant” to build residual income.
Blackberry Playbook
For the PC lovers, no need to fret. To keep your business running smoothly away from home is the highly anticipated Blackberry Playbook. Ready to move in March, the 7-inch beauty will also boast a front-facing and rear-facing camera, along with the support for 1080p HD video playback, Adobe Flash and HTML 5. Word is the Playbook will have 4,000 apps available on its release date. All in all, pretty impressive.
Panasonic 3D Camcorder
Everyone knows that 3D televisions are all the rage. But, what’s the use in having a 3D TV if you can’t view 3D recordings intended to help your home based business? Enter the Panasonic HDC-SDT750, a.k.a. the Panasonic 3D HD Camcorder. This nifty, not-so-little device is being touted as the world’s first 3D Camcorder for the mainstream. It’s actually an HD camcorder with a 3D conversion lens which allows recording images for both the left and right eyes at the same time through two lenses. It’s the most innovative means to record personal and professional footage today.
Polaroid GL20 Camera Glasses
At the beginning of this year Polaroid introduced their Polaroid Grey Label, an innovative line of products co-designed with pop wonder Lada Gaga. Like the artist herself, these glasses are incredibly distinct and way futuristic looking! The Camera Glasses can take photos, display them, send your pics using Bluetooth technology, play back your photos via screens on both lenses and record video. They’re ideal to document and send images while away from your home office.
Read more...
iPad 2
After the much-ballyhooed introduction of the un-strategically named yet groundbreaking iPad, Apple is poised on the brink of delivering their second generation. The buzz of the iPad 2 (unofficial name at this point) actually existing has been running rampant for some time. With rumored features such as additional memory, a front and rear-facing camera, and a slimmer, lighter body, this tablet can be a much needed “assistant” to build residual income.
Blackberry Playbook
For the PC lovers, no need to fret. To keep your business running smoothly away from home is the highly anticipated Blackberry Playbook. Ready to move in March, the 7-inch beauty will also boast a front-facing and rear-facing camera, along with the support for 1080p HD video playback, Adobe Flash and HTML 5. Word is the Playbook will have 4,000 apps available on its release date. All in all, pretty impressive.
Panasonic 3D Camcorder
Everyone knows that 3D televisions are all the rage. But, what’s the use in having a 3D TV if you can’t view 3D recordings intended to help your home based business? Enter the Panasonic HDC-SDT750, a.k.a. the Panasonic 3D HD Camcorder. This nifty, not-so-little device is being touted as the world’s first 3D Camcorder for the mainstream. It’s actually an HD camcorder with a 3D conversion lens which allows recording images for both the left and right eyes at the same time through two lenses. It’s the most innovative means to record personal and professional footage today.
Polaroid GL20 Camera Glasses
At the beginning of this year Polaroid introduced their Polaroid Grey Label, an innovative line of products co-designed with pop wonder Lada Gaga. Like the artist herself, these glasses are incredibly distinct and way futuristic looking! The Camera Glasses can take photos, display them, send your pics using Bluetooth technology, play back your photos via screens on both lenses and record video. They’re ideal to document and send images while away from your home office.
Read more...
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