Here’s eight start up and operational tips to help you make a success of your home based business.

1. Have a separate telephone line for your business.

2. Have an answering machine answering all calls when you’re unavailable.

3. Make sure you have a fax machine for quick paper communication between yourself and your clients.

4. Get a photocopier. You’ll be surprised how often you use it and how much more effient it makes you.

5. Appearances sake - your office, your stationary, your attire should always be top notch.

6. Know it all. Read, study and research to stay abreast of current issues related to your industry.

7. Make your business name stick. Choose a name that is catchy, but descriptive.

8. Write a plan and follow it. Short term and long term goals and how you will achieve each.

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