Has lockdown got you working from home? If you’re lucky enough to have the opportunity to set up your regular 9-5 from the comfort of your own home, then you’re probably relieved that you’re still earning a full income. However, you may have also come to realize that working from home isn’t without its challenges.

You may have previously considered working from home to be all about sleeping in, working in your PJs and jumping on the occasional video call. However, after several weeks of trying to create a positive home/work-life balance, it’s really not that simple! 

Want to know how you can make working from home a complete success? Read on to discover some simple home office tips. [Read more…]

There are many types of office equipment that can be useful both at home and also in the office. Why not take the time-saving ideas we use at work and bring them home to help us there? Here are a few office necessities for your home office.

Laminator

A laminator is used to create a layer of laminating on a piece of paper that you want to keep indefinitely. Laminating film is needed for the proper functioning of the laminator. It is a useful machine to have at home as well as in the office. Besides laminating important papers, you can laminate chore charts, luggage tags, “for sale” signs, your children’s artwork, and many other things. Laminators are very easy to use. Don’t be surprised if you find many more uses for your laminator. [Read more…]

The popularity of the FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon) business model is growing continuously. It is similar to a traditional eCommerce business. Unlike conventional stores, there is no need to worry about shipping and packing. Amazon can manage your stock and answer queries of customers.

With Amazon FBA, you can work from home. Many small enterprises and home-based businesses are taking benefits of FBA. In other programs, sellers list products and ship them to buyers directly. Amazon FBA allows sellers to list items and ship these products to Amazon.

Create an Amazon Seller Account

If you want to set up your FBA business, you have to create your seller account. Sign up as a professional or an individual. A professional account is free for the first month. In the second month, you will pay $39.99 per month along with selling fees.

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To a mom, being able to work at home seems like a win-win all around. She can be there to raise her children while still having the financial means to pay the bills. No more crazy mornings trying to get to work on time, worrying about having to take a day off to do something personal, or competing for promotions in the office. It’s the perfect way to gain control of your work-life balance! Or so it would seem. However, what often isn’t shared is the emotional shift you go through being a work at home mom. 

Many women jump into this position looking only at the advantages and find themselves spiraling out of control after a few months of working from home. They become sad, stressed out, or simply burn out. It reduces their ability to parent their children effectively. Some even suffer from relationship problems.  [Read more…]