If you're a freelance writer, you likely want to pass your love of writing on to your kids. One way to do that is to play writing-themed board games together. Here are some to pull out for your next family game night. In our homeschool, we often learn through board games. They're an excellent way for kids to practice what they've been learning and try out new skills. You can find board games for nearly any subject area, including writing and language arts. So if you're looking for fun ...
How to Make Money from Home During Busy Seasons
As a mom, you go through many different seasons of life. Some are crazy hard and in others you have a bit more breathing room. But, when you're trying to make money from home, those busy seasons can be a challenge. Since I launched my business back in 2015, I've experienced many busy seasons. During the past five years, I've had two babies, dealt with sickness, done lots of traveling, and more. Experiencing busy seasons makes it harder to find time to pour into your home business. But, ...
10 Common Mistakes That Destroy Your Productivity
If you're a busy mom trying to grow a home business, every minute counts. So when it turns out there are some simple things you're doing that are destroying your productivity, it's definitely time to reevaluate! Here are ten common mistakes that slow your productivity, plus tips for how to correct them. You really can do this! 1. Not Getting Enough Sleep When you're tired, your brain doesn't work properly. Everything will take you longer than it should. You'll feel sluggish, and ...
5 Important Questions to Ask Before You Buy an Online Course
Are you ready to buy an online course for your business? Courses are a great way to learn the skills you need. But, it's so important to buy the right course. To help you think through this, here are five important questions to ask before you purchase a course. I've taken so many courses since I launched my freelance business. Some were amazing (Gina Horkey's 30 Days or Less to Freelance Writing Success is still my fave...) and others were a bust. Since experiencing some course failures, ...
The Secret to Work at Home Success
Are you tired of watching other moms find work at home success? You really can earn money from home, even if your life is crazy. But, there's a secret to making it happen. Keep reading to learn what it is. When I started my freelance writing business back in 2015, I had no idea what I was doing. I literally started with no experience. And now? Now I'm earning enough to support my family of 11 while we're on the road doing deputation for our ministry. I'm not earning six figures or ...
5 Things You Must Do Before You Start a Home Business as a Busy Mom
Do you dream of earning money from home? With a home business you can do just that, even if you're a busy mom. But, there are five things you must do before you start a home business. These tasks will help set you up for success. Keep reading to learn what they are. Many home businesses fail. In fact, 21.5% of businesses will fail within the first year, and fifty percent won't make it past five years. (You can see these and other facts about business failures in this report.) Knowing ...