It’s Never Too Late To Take a Computer Class

I know, you meant to take that class on spreadsheets five years ago. And what about Powerpoint? Yeah, it seems everyone knows how to do those pesky presentations but you. Just because you haven’t caught up in the technology department for your home business doesn’t mean it’s too late. There are still plenty of classes, courses, and workshops to be found that are geared toward helping the beginner, or the almost-beginner learn those neglected computer skills and programs. In my town, our community college is an ideal resource for computer classes geared towards the small business owner. There are dozens … Continue reading

Ground Rules for Working from Home: Part One

Hello, and welcome to the first blog in a week-long series on the ground rules for working from home. These are the rules that are often overlooked by the flashy “Work at Home and Make Millions Each Day!” ads you see on TV, the ones who seem to care a lot about huge houses and red sports cars, and not so much about working until 3 am to get a project done on time, or having to stare at a computer screen so long you’re sure you’ve gone permanently blind. Work-from-home jobs can be wonderful, but they’re usually not mansion/red … Continue reading