Flying Without a Net 2003 One of the most exciting and daunting things about starting your own home-based business as your sole means of income is the reality that no one is responsible for your success or failure but you. The lure of the home-based business is undeniable. But before joining the revolution, take the time to think about the real implications of self-responsibility. In the past, you’ve always had the security of knowing that your employer was taking care of the background details … you know, those little things like retirement plans, health insurance and capital investment.
Now it’s all down to you. So, let’s take a look at four of the biggies: health and safety, insurance, tax issues and zoning. HEALTH AND SAFETY No matter how much you’ve invested in setting up your business, nothing is more valuable to your business or to you as your good health and safety. Apart from obvious measures such as ensuring you have adequate health insurance, keep the following basics in mind. => You Are Not A Machine Take regular breaks. These are important for your physical and mental health, not to mention your productivity.
The last thing you or your business needs is for you to develop carpal tunnel syndrome! Avoid the temptation to do household chores or errands on your break time. That’s not a break. Do something that breaks the mental spell, something that gets you out of your work environment for fifteen minutes every couple of hours. Go wander around outside and take some deep breaths to cleanse your lungs. Lift weights. Call a friend. Go sit in the backyard with a cup of cocoa and enjoy the sunshine. It doesn’t matter what you do, but make yourself do it.
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