What ever you do as a work at home mom, you need to manage social media. Sure, you can outsource it eventually, but when you’re starting out in your business venture, you just can’t afford that. So you need to do it all yourself. And social media just seems like this huge minefield. There are […]
Why you shouldn’t be a freelance writer
5 top tools for time management when working from home
You want to find success when you’re working from home. That means managing all the tasks without the distractions around the house. It’s not easy, which is why you need the right tools for time management. It doesn’t really matter what you do when you’re working from home. You could be self-employed or forced to […]
Why you shouldn’t feel bad for choosing a job over freelancing
Freelancing is damn hard. Yes, it really is, and anyone who tells you otherwise is downright lying. There are plenty who feel bad choosing a job over freelancing because they’re led to believe that freelancing is so much better. I’ve been a freelance writer since 2010. I’ve had some up and down years, PITA clients, […]
How I kept my freelance business alive during a second baby break
I’ve been on maternity leave twice. Both times, I’ve managed to keep my freelance business alive. I’ll admit that in 2012, I didn’t have that much of a business to keep alive. There wasn’t as much pressure on me to return back at the same point I left. In 2016, I took my second baby […]
How getting your work-life balance is good for your mental health
Getting a work-life balance is essential. It doesn’t matter what you do as a work at home mom. You need that balance between your career, parenting, and your own time away from everything. It’s not just about looking after your physical health but also looking after your mental health. There are times that I need […]
What to do if you have no home office for your work
Now that more people are working from home, there are more questions about creating a home office. You need somewhere to work, but you may not have enough space in the house to create a dedicated office. I get that! Due to various circumstances, we still rent. The place we have now has a den, […]
5 reasons you need a jaw-dropping website for your WAHM business
When someone asks me how to make more money online, I ask them to see their website. You know what I hear? They don’t have one! That’s the biggest mistake you could possibly make when you start your WAHM business. You need to have a website—think of it as your online calling card. And I […]
Do you need a babysitter when you’re working from home?
A topic that is often up for debate when you’re working from home is whether you need a babysitter. Is it possible to work and look after children at the same time? This is something that more people (mostly women) are facing right now. Businesses are still having employees working from home, and they’re suggesting […]
When should a WAHM move on from their client?
When you first get your clients, whatever you do as a WAHM, you may envision working with them forever. That’s especially the case if they pay well and they are easy to work for. But plans change. There are all sorts of reasons you’ll want to move on from your clients. It’s not all about […]