Working from home has many benefits as we all know.
However, one of the disadvantages of a home based business is the feeling of lack of real support.
Feelings of isolation tends to be one of the drawbacks of a home based business.
It is sometimes difficult to get out and about in the wider community and promote your business when working from home.
On one hand, home based business owners have the freedom to be able to work their own hours, not have a boss breathing down their neck, no workplace politics, and so on.
On the other hand, working from home can make you feel isolated, especially if you do not have contact with other people due to the nature of your business.
A supportive team is a must for your motivation to stay high all day every day.
It is important that you seek out support for yourself and your business.
Where does your support come from? This depends to some extent, on the type of business you are running, the amount of contact you have with other people through the day.
Some business owners have no contact with other people through the day.
Here are some tips to building a supportive network.
* Make a day to meet up with friends each week.
have a no excuses policy which means there is no excuse for not attending.
* Networking with business owners is a must.
* Join the local Chamber of Commerce.
* Join any other business networks available, such as a business women's network.
* Make a list of people you would like to get to know better from these groups.
* Add other people to this list as you think of them.
* Your list should include people who will motivate you to succeed in your business.
* Also choose a mentor who is willing to help you.
* Brainstorm so you have a long list of people you can call on whenever you need to.
* Make the effort to call some of these people on your list each week and develop a relationship with them.
Remember, there are many people who are willing to help and support you.
Having a strong team of supportive people around you will help you develop and grow your business.
Feelings of isolation can be one of the drawbacks of working in a home based business.
Surrounding yourself with a group of supportive people will reduce this feeling of isolation.