Work from Home is a readable and practical guide to working happily and successfully from home, and is packed with advice and tried-and-tested tips from the author and many other homeworkers.

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Product Description

'The great thing about working from home is that you are in control and you can create the ideal environment for your own temperament and circumstances.' Are you one of the millions of people who have already discovered the rewards of working from home? Or one of those thinking about taking the plunge and wondering what challenges you will face? If so, this book could change your life. Whether you are planning to run your own business or work from home for someone else, whether you spend your day at a computer or out in your workshop, this down-toearth, friendly guide is packed with practical information and tips: *Discover whether you and your work are suited to working from home *Find out how to negotiate homeworking with your employer *Beat procrastination and use your time effectively *Maintain a professional image even if you work from the kitchen table *Overcome isolation and deal confidently with any crisis *Separate work from home and gain support from your family and friends Get the most out of homeworking by sharing the experiences of the author and a diverse range of homeworkers, from designers and B&B owners to salesmen and builders. Explore their solutions to common challenges and save time, effort and money by not making the mistakes they made.

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #321758 in Books
• Published on: 2009-03-05
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 173 pages

Review
`Encyclopaedic in scope, with well considered and intelligent advice on almost every subject a home-worker might trip over, from running a business to household politics...Quite genuinely a compelling read.'
--liveworkhomes.co.uk

'Encyclopaedic in scope, with well considered and intelligent advice on almost every subject a home-worker might trip over, from running a business to household politics...Quite genuinely a compelling read.' --liveworkhomes.co.uk.

'This book helps give the kind of practical advice to cover every step of the way. You can dip into any section and most have a list of resources and case studies to help you along the way. --workingmums.co.uk

'Offers a lof of valuable advice, presented in a clear manner, well laid out format and easy to use...Work from Home is down to earth and realistic. It's well organised, supported by examples and provides clear advice, reassurance and countless practical suggestions. Recommended.' --thebookbag.co.uk

'Judy Heminsley gets to the heart of the matter.' --Daily Telegraph, Home Business Supplement.

'Work from Home has a huge scope, covering most if not all aspects of working from home...its well organised, supported by examples and provides clear advice, reassurance and countless practical suggestions, without patronising. Heminsley's tone is very appealing: she's brisk, positive and confident, but doesn't claim to know the only correct way to operate.'This great little book covers how to make money from working at home and how to get the MOST of out life...backed up with lots of great tips and information sources.' --womenseverything.com.

About the Author
Author Judy Heminsley has worked from home for 20 years, both as an employee and running her own business, so she's well-acquainted with its advantages and pitfalls. She works with individuals to set up their home offices and organise homeworking to suit their personality, occupation and family situations. She gives talks and workshops about the benefits of homeworking. Her website is www.workfromhomewisdom.com

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Customer Reviews

what we've all been waiting for
This is a remarkable book, very readable yet full of well-researched facts. Easy to dip into but good enough to read right through. I enjoyed the chatty style, and felt the author must have had me in mind when she wrote it. Like the title suggests, it's a wise book and I thoroughly recommend it.
It can be tough to work from home but this book made me realise I was lucky to be able to make the choice and now I will get more out of it.

A Must-Have!
What an invaluable book! As a writer I didn't really think of myself as 'running a business from home'. But that's exactly what I do, and this book has been key in getting me to realise this and approach my work in a much more energised and productive way. It covers absolutely everything, including personality types, how to structure your time, deal with isolation, separate work life from home life, avoid procrastination... And what I found really useful, how to recognise when you need to take a break or get out more, and not beat yourself up about doing so! This book has really made me understand what I've been doing wrong, and right, and given me the confidence to be a good boss to myself and really appreciate the benefits of homeworking. It's written in a really engaging and friendly style, with great hints, tips and other resources, and interesting examples of real experiences from homeworkers doing a wide variety of jobs. A great new permanent addition to my must-have-to-hand books on the shelf just next to my desk!

At last a friendly, helpful book about homeworking!
I bought this book on the recommendation of a fellow home working friend and I am so glad I did! All the points are helpful and non-patronizing (so refreshing in this type of book) I felt that the author really knew what she was talking about. She thoroughly addressed the things that I struggle with on a daily basis and gave practical advice which I have been able to put into practice already.
I know I'll dip in and out of this book again and again and really use it as a 'bible' for my business.
Totally brilliant!