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You have time to make a list of priorities? Geez! And I thought I was busy! LOL!
Yeah, I learned some time ago in college that sleep is for the living ...
I just sometimes feel like I get spread a little thin between everything and have to take a step back and TRY to simplify my life a little. I guess that`s why the whole concept of "systems" is so important.
I have learned that the time the each day brings is still not enough time.....and I am somewhat organized today. I am still learning the importance of this concept of making lists and following through with them as well as being accountable for your actions throughout the day.
I suppose I have slacked too much in my earlier life and now I am trying to catch up on it....I could only wish that I could turn back time and straighten the past up for my future.
Theresa
You don`t need to turn back time. I know it sounds cliche, but all we have is today. You can`t go back to the past, but it`s never too late to start making improvements.
Here`s a thought, instead of making goals, make action plans. Break down you goals into specific things that need to be done daily, weekly, even monthly. That way, you know that to accomplish your goals, every day you need to do x, y, and z. Set them up as action quotas - ie. if you wanted to lose weight, instead of setting a goal weight, set an action quota of I will work out for half-an-hour every day.
And remember, that you either did it or you didn`t. Everything you do either moves you towards your desires or away from them. There is no almost and there is no try.
I wish you good fortune.
Love it!
Thank you! I am working small and moving to the big! Just the steps that are needed! The steps that I didn`t step earlier.
Yes...I do realize that I can not turn time backwards, I can only go forward! This was a figure of speach....Pay it forward as well! Leave the `ol stuff in the past.
Thank you for the "Good Fortunes" not good luck by the way!Theresa
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I have been working from home for years. Like someone told me, you must first begin with a plan of action and take the steps to increase your business support. You can only do one thing at a time so take those items that need special attention and handle those first, than go to the next action item. I know how you feel. I have a 15month old little girl and a 10 year old so trust me I understand but take a deep breath and do what you can...
While I still do Horse*itZ production mostly as a way of creating products for craft shows this summer, I have now started Creative Writing Studios which is much more time intensive. It requires a good deal of planning for my clients, writing and re-writing, and writing again! Outsourcing is a must for me to so this business, and so far it`s going really well!
I moved my 4 year old DD from a 4 hour a week preschool to one that is everyday for 5 hours. And, the baby goes to daycare from 8-4 on Tuesdays so I have ALL day while my older 2 are in school ( my 4 year old goes to the same daycare in the morning, and school in the afternoon). My 8 y/o is in second grade and gone all day.
I will also be adding a proofreader to help me polish my longer projects for clients, so I can keep moving forward.
I`ve also swapped with another parent and we go back and forth of taking our boys to boy scouts. DH and I swap on the other activities, and he`s agreed to do housework here and there to help out ( he`s a neat freak and works 65 hours a week). In the future, I may have someone come and clean once a week ( do the scrubbing I just don`t have time to do).
I also changed how I manage my day. I used to work from 8pm-2 am and sleep a bit, get back up at 6 am to work. I now go to bed at a decent time and get up at 3:30 and work until 6:30 when the kids get up.
It`s really such trial and error! Sorry to be long winded, but I can also totally related to this thread!
Don`t let the pressures stop you though! Just keep moving forward as fast as you can manage. Even if it`s a slow pace, it still means that you`re moving!
Lisa
www.creativewritingstudios.com
LisaO12/17/2007 9:39 AM
One Idea I have formulated is to ask my kids to help me. A true home based business that works, incorporates your lifestyle and including the household.
My kids can cover for me even on the phone in emergencies.
What a great learning experience for your kids to begin learning business and people skills.
With my multiple streams of income it can take all the hands on the deck.
Kathy
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"Are we there yet?"
My girls are in elementary and middle school but between their homework and activities I feel like I too have to squeeze bits and pieces of time to get everything done. My husband and I`s solution was one set day where everyone else takes care of everything. The cooking, the running around, dishes etc. I am able to get more done in that one day than the rest of week due to not starting and stopping.
Best of luck,
Diane
I finally realized (after 1 year of getting my buz off the ground) that I need uninterrupted time. LONG periods of uninterrupted time. We have not figured out that one yet, but at least I know what I need to get more done.
And thinking of my business venture as an experiment, as far as my initial designs and marketing etc. so true. I have lots more invention ideas and this is just the 1st. I am trying not to be so hard on myself and celebrate all of the TO DONE list items for this past year.
thank you ladies.
I`m not suggesting this for anyone else, but I have found that basically working a self imposed `3rd shift` works pretty well for me. I work most nights until about 3 a.m. I have come to savor those late evening hours when the house is sooooo quiet.
My kids are a little older so they can get themselve going online in the mornings while I catch a few extra zzzzzzzzzzzzzz`s in the morning.
Being a mommypreneur is not an easy gig, but it is so well worth it!
rookaps2008-1-21 6:11:9
Like I said, the too good to be true "no risk. lots of money" scams are exactly that. Social networks are not no risk and no work yet with a lot less money and time you will have a good passive income producer to something that could replace everyone`s job in your family.
I get up early and stay up late.
I get tired. When I have more new clients than time, I get overwhelmed. In those moments I pray for slow times.
Over all I would not trade this life (I have now) for anything in my past. I do have more time to do what I want. I use to work two jobs and I missed so much because my schedule was dictated to me.
Now I can say "I will have to schedule that at another time. I already have something scheduled." No one knows when those times are not another client. I just make an appointment to be there for my son or my other two grown children. I am in control of my schedule and for me that is worth early mornings and late nights.
I would tell any mom who wanted to be a mommypreneur "You go girl!" The benefits are worth it. Hard work, Yes. But most of us work hard and juggle life working for someone else. Get as organized as possible and never give up!