Have you ever dreamed of leaving your job to be home for the kids full-time? Or maybe you’re already a SAHM (Stay-at-home-mom) and would like to earn money at the same time?

What does it take to be a Work-At-Home-Mom (WAHM)?

WAHMs are proving everyday that women can contribute to the family financial situation and nurture their families. Both online and off, a network of support has been created for any woman who wants to consider an option that will help them meet their financial needs while being able to set their own hours and be available for the family.

How to get started?

When you talk to your family about the possibility you want to have an idea of the direction you will take. Check out sites like justaddsweat.com, internetbasedmoms.com and wahmtalkradio.com. They offer helpful hints to moms getting started with a work at home enterprise and also a network of opportunities for connecting with other WAHMs. You can also sign up for a free 9 Day eCourse from Mom Masterminds. If your income has been a big part of the monthly family finances, then switching to a work at home enterprise will cause your finances to take a hit. Be sure there is enough financial cushion in your bank account to weather the first six months of your new career. It will take time to establish your business.

Opportunities

First, figure out your interests and skills. WAHMs can find business opportunities to work for someone else doing everything from audio transcription to writing articles to accounting. Be aware that there are scams about and that legitimate companies looking for professionals won’t ask for money upfront from you. Some WAHMs carve out their own niche and begin an online business. If you are skilled with crafting, you can create a website to promote your crafts and sell products. A blog is also another idea. Blog about your area of expertise and develop a following. Combine that with affiliate or search engine marketing to generate revenue.

Making it work

With new career comes the issue of balance between home and work. Just because you are home doesn’t mean you won’t need help around the house or time away from the kids in order to work. Consider these tips for creating a balance:

• Develop a set schedule for work and play on a weekly basis
• Discuss dividing up household chores between you, your spouse, and older kids
• Do prep-work such as fixing lunches, prepping breakfast, choosing clothing the night before
• Hire a babysitter once or twice a week
• Separate home office space inside the house

There are advantages to being a WAHM. Plan carefully and be patient. Support from your family makes all the difference.

Today I am proud to spotlight Kimberly of Scentsy. Whether you are looking to get started in a home-based business, or you'd like to buy some great products from a WAHM, check out what Kimberly has to say!

Don't forget to follow her on Twitter as @ChristLikeMommy.

Your website(s) -

www.kimberlyr.scentsy.us

www.christlikemommy.blogspot.com

Tell us a little about you:
I am a Christian mom of two boys, ages 4 and 1. I am married to an awesome man of God. We have been married for 5 years and have enjoyed every day!

How long have you been doing this business?
I started selling Scentsy in January this year, so almost 7 months. It has been a fun experience, and I have learned a lot about direct selling.

Tell us a little about your business
Scentsy is a wickless candle system. The temperature never reaches over 120 degrees, so there is no chance of your or your kids being burned. Also, since the warmer is warmed by a low watt light bulb, there are no toxins released into the air, no flame, and no soot! Scentsy has over 80 scents to choose from and for the month of July only we are running a promotion called, "Bring Back my Bar" which is made up of 20 of Scentsy's most popular, discontinued bars. We also sell car fresheners, and room sprays!

What is the #1 tip that you have for WAHMs or moms who want to be WAHMs?
Just try it! And make sure you are selling something that interests you, if you are not excited about it, your customers aren't going to be either!

If someone was looking to join your team, what is the best way to contact you/find out more info?
If you are interested in selling Scentsy, you can sign up at my website! www.kimberlyr.scentsy.us/join
Our starter kit, which is $99+tax, comes with all 80 scents, and a large warmer. Also included are catalogs, and other items to help kick start your business. Scentsy is a business where the product really does sell itself.

In the month of July I am offering an online order incentive. Whoever places the largest order on my website will receive a free plug-in warmer of their choice!

Are you interested in hosting a party? We can do an online party! All you have to do is direct your friends and family to your personalized party link, and the items will be shipped directly to them! Our hostess rewards are great! Take a look at what you could earn for free here! https://kimberlyr.scentsy.us/hostess_rewards.

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Thanks so much, Kimberly for participating in MomKaboodle's Moms In Business Spotlight!

If you have a Mom business (whether it be direct sales, or a mom-made product) and you would like to have your business in our spotlight, please email mailto:momkaboodle@gmail.com.

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