Synopsis:
For those who want to be their own boss, change careers, or add excitement, challenge, and a boost to Social Security in the retirement years, starting a home business is the perfect option.This series provides the tools to help launch a successful home business and keep it running in today's competitive environment. Like having a personal business advisor, each title in this series provides insider information from professionals who have done it themselves, including: -- Essential information on start-up costs, self-evaluation, and zoning regulations -- Advice on how to attract first-time customers, maintain a loyal client base, and price services competitively and profitably -- Easy-to-use worksheets and questionnaires to help entrepreneurs focus on success, plus sample business forms -- Listings of contacts, organizations, and phone numbers of people in the trade -- Internet sites as sources of information, marketing and selling, and making contacts
From the Back Cover:
Have you ever thought about starting your own Web design business? Have you ever dreamed of working from home and being your own boss? Now you can make your dreams a reality.
Successful home-based Web designer Jim Smith shares his expert advice on every aspect of running a thriving Web design business—from estimating start-up costs and managing your cash flow to staying profitable and keeping up with changing technology. He even offers tips and tricks on building effective Web sites and sleuthing for new business on the Internet.
Whether you're an experienced designer or just starting to learn the trade, this guide can help you build your own successful home-based Web design business.
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