Comments on: Being Solo Doesn't Mean Doing It Alone

By: Jessica

Jessica — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 17:25:53 +0000

It is a challenge with two small kids – 5 years old and 14 months. And we’re planning to homeschool the 5 year old this fall. I’ve come to realize that right now my goal is making a little bit of extra money and keeping my skills current. But I have to continually remind myself that and hold firm to that – which some clients haven’t liked – but the ones willing to work with me are wonderful!

By: Danielle Keister

Danielle Keister — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 19:39:56 +0000

Great point, Jessica! I have to admit, I am clueless as to how to advise those with small children on balancing business and family. With all the time and energy a business needs to become successful and profitable and do good work, it’s like having 5 children in one. I honestly don’t know how anyone with small children manages it. My daughter was already 10 when I started my business. She didn’t require the kind of attention that little ones do, having lots of friends and being able to entertain herself. I think if they are of an age, having kids help with little things in the business is great on all sorts of levels. It teaches them about entrepreneurship and responsibility and work ethic and allows you to be even more of a role model (I especially love this for girls). Thanks for commenting

By: Jessica

Jessica — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 19:30:39 +0000

Don’t forget about having help with things around the house. I bring in a “mommy’s helper” who helps me with my two small children and small things around the house – folding clothes, unloading dishwasher, sweeping. We can’t do it all ourselves!

By: Julia

Julia — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:45:17 +0000

I could not agree more. I am just now starting to look into finding the exact help you mentioned and I can already feel the pressure coming off and energy flowing with great new ideas.

By: Larissa

Larissa — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:38:26 +0000

This tip is always “food” at the right time.