School supplies abound in department stores, moms buy their children new clothes for complaining and counting the days until summer ends. It's that time of year again – the return to school frenzy has begun.
This time of year is chaotic for all parents, but may have the greatest impact on those who are also trying to manage a home business. Most mothers say it is easier to manage their business while the kids are in school, but surprisingly, there are some who embrace the year juggling all year.
Tami Barker
Stayin Home and Lovin It is an appropriate name for business that Tami Barker, mother of two, has met with success. Barker helps educate others about the toxic-free products as well as the Wellness Company that are carried. Working outside his home in Washington, she is truly "love" life as a work-at-home-mother (WAHM).
Barker, who runs his business mainly by phone, explained that it was easy to run your business during the school term. "My kids are older, making it easier during the months school when they are gone most of the day. During the summer, I like to spend as much time as possible with them is fun, but still keeps some hours. "
"My business is very flexible, so that even during the school year can be the one with my kids to sports and extracurricular activities. Also I have the flexibility to go on excursions and help in the classroom when I can. I always have my calendar with me to avoid conflicts with my personal and business schedules .
Lorie Kelley
When asked if you run your business is softer during the summer months or school season, Lorie Kelley, feels it is about the same for your year. The mother of two says, "When you have your own business, you make your own schedule. I just changed my schedule to fit my lifestyle. "
Kelley, whose home business is run from the residence of his West Virginia, works as a travel agency through coastal families worldwide. While home schooling her children, she has built its business to a place where you can keep your family when needed. Kelley states, "My husband had a winter job. I was only 5 months in business, but I was doing enough to support us! I thank God for what he has done for my family! "
Gina Neef
Eco-business mother, Gina Neef, agrees that running a business during the school year is just as demanding as in summer time. Neef is an executive Director ™ with The MOM Team, whose two children attend public. "When in the running of my business school is a bit easier, "Neef says," but I manage both well.
Business Neef, mostly running online and by phone from his home in Texas, has a lot of planning ahead of time to balance business law versus family work. "I time with my children and have no calls at certain times of day. I schedule my time well and have great support from my husband, "Neef says.
Diana Ennen
Florida-based mom Diana Ennen has worked from home for over twenty years. This experience is the summer WAHM more difficult in terms of running your business. "My business is much easier to run during the school year." He says, "In fact, even when summer camp is in session, is even more difficult in the summer. "
"As I am mainly working on the computer, not can see how busy I am at times. For example, I could be amidst a huge advertising campaign for a client that has national recognition and I have to spread the word but my kids only see me write. Interrupted and lose the focus I had. As a writer is hard, too, because it could be really in the drafting of a statement release or something for a book I'm working and then come to stop, I lose my train of thought and very often it off. "
"One feels he has to entertain your kids during the summer. While planning ahead and have a lot of activities, crafts, etc., and you still get bored. It's hard for me to focus on getting the work done during the summer months. "
About the Author:
Jill Hart is the founder of Christian Work at Home Moms, CWAHM.com. Jill is a contributing author in The Business Mom Guide Book and I’ll Be Home For Christmas and co-author of the upcoming book, Home Based Blessings. Jill has articles published across the web on sites like DrLaura.com and ClubMom.com. Jill and her husband, Allen of CWAHD.com reside in Nebraska with their two children.
Article Source: ArticlesBase.com – Four Wahm Perspectives: Summer Months Vs. School Days When Running a Business
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