Note from Lisa: I'm excited to publish this guest post from Annie Beth Donahue. She's another busy mom blogger, and she loves helping people improve their writing. If you're looking for some help, be sure to check out her site. I asked her if she'd share some tips for streamlining the actual writing process. If you feel like blogging is consuming all of your time, you'll find tips to help. Take it away Annie Beth... No one I know wants to increase their work efficiency more than a busy ...
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How to Prevent Mental Burnout as a Mompreneur
Mental energy isn't available in an unlimited supply. Your brain only has so much focus power available. And as it starts to run out, you’re at definite risk for mental burnout. As a mompreneur, you’ve got a ton of balls in the air. You’re trying to take care of your kids, manage your home, and grow your business. All at the same time, while also juggling time with your spouse, an occasional meeting with a friend, and extended family commitments. And at times, all of your responsibilities just ...
How to Work from Home with a Preschooler
When you work from home with a preschooler, you have the opportunity to see the world in a whole new way. Everything is new and exciting for preschoolers, and their brains are like sponges – soaking up everything. Kids at this age are growing. They have more reasoning skills than toddlers, and they desperately want to be independent. But, they still need much guidance to learn about the world. After surviving working from home with a toddler, preschoolhood may seem like a breath of fresh air. ...
6 Fascinating Reasons Your Children Are an Asset to Your Business
Working from home with kids is hard. But, children are an asset to your business! Keep reading to find out why. Do you ever struggle with your business, and dream about how much more you could get done if your kids were in daycare/at school/moved out? Do you ever feel like your kids are a hindrance to your business growth? Let me encourage you for a minute. While you may not be pouring as much time and energy into your business as you would otherwise, your children are giving you ...
How to Run Your Freelance Business When the Power Is Out
Windstorms, snowstorms, wild fires, and ornery animals can all shut down the electricity in the boonies where I live. If you live an area with the same type of problems, learn how you can still freelance when the power is out. With a little bit of planning and preparation, you can ensure your business is prepared. Here are six things you can do to keep making progress on your business when the power is out. 1. Brainstorm New Ideas You don't need power to generate ideas! And, being without it ...
How to Fit Special Time with Each Child into Your Schedule as a WAHM
Do you wish you spent more special time with each of your kids? Here's how you can make this individual quality time a regular staple in your days... Spending individual, special time with each child is important. This time helps us to get to know our children individually, to enhance our bond with them, and to learn more about any challenges or problems they're facing that we can pray about. It also helps us to remember to enjoy the time with each child, because it really does go ...