Photo credit Pexels If you have a special skill, invented something, or just have a passion for helping others, you may have considered becoming a “mompreneur” – a stay-at-home mom who runs a business. It can be a great way to make money and save on child care.
How do you start? These four steps, courtesy of Grow With STEM, will help you to go from business idea all the way to successful business. Step 1: Find Your “Why” Why do you want to start this business? It’s important to get to the heart of this question. Many people say “to make money” but really, that’s your “what” –the result of your hard work. Your “why” is your purpose, for example, helping other moms start their own businesses or advocating for children’s education. Inc. recommends looking to your strengths and thinking about what you would love to do if money were no object. Once you find your purpose, look at your skills, talents and experience to see how the two align. For example, if you are passionate and knowledgeable about healthy living and like to engage with others, you can become a nutrition coach. Once you’ve decided on your path, make it official by selecting a business structure and registering with your state. Many people choose a limited liability company, or LLC, for example. It’s a popular option, thanks to the protection it provides your personal assets. It also offers tax advantages and can grow as your business grows. Consider filing through an online service since they will save you looking up the legalities involved. Step 2: Finding The Best Business Model For You What’s the difference between a business and a business model? A business is centered on the product or service you are selling. A business model is how you sell it. Here are some business models, as explained by Investopedia:
You can also provide a service like bookkeeping, become a travel agent, or open a subscription service. Online consulting is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to get started in business. However, having multiple business models will allow you to build multiple streams of income. Step 3: Getting Your First Clients Your first clients may be friends, family and acquaintances. This is great if they are willing to pay full price and if they need your services. Otherwise, you may want to heed this advice from The Balance: Think about your fourth client first. Taking that longer view can ensure that you “put the marketing and consulting fundamentals in place that will secure your future as a consultant.” Step 4: Marketing Your Business The best way to build your business is with solid marketing. Here are some tips that will help you get started without breaking your budget:
Step 5: Planning For Funding As your business grows, you’re going to need capital for things such as an office, a staff and other business tools. Before you go out looking for a lender, you’ll need to make sure your credit is in good condition. This might mean you have to repair your credit. The better your credit score, the more appealing you look to lenders when the time comes to request a small business loan. If you need to repair your credit, look into reputable companies that can assist you in the process. Balancing Work And Family This is going to be a challenge but you also need to make sure your family respects your work time. This means finding a space (preferably with a door) for your office and setting regular work hours and providing your kids with appropriate activities like board games or school work. Balancing work and family can be challenging, but with the right tools, strategies and motivation, you can do it! Starting a home-based business is the dream of many stay-at-home moms. When you know your purpose and are dedicated to your dream, with hard work and dedication, you can build a successful legacy for your family. Look to Grow With STEM for more tips, tools and information that can help you and your family thrive!
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Impress Us! Go Vote!These young "would be" voters spare no excuses when it comes to voting. In this delightful, informative PSA, created by 15 year old entrepreneur Cameron Samuels, of CamSam Productions, is chock-full of sensible advice on why we should vote and the steps on preparing for the polls. They all agree that if you don't vote, you lose the right to complain. There are no excuses! Mask up! Get out and vote! #JackandJill #GoVote #RockTheVote #YourVoiceYourVote #Vote #GoVote #WeCantStayHome #JustVote #VotingMatters #VoteForTheFuture
A Candid Conversation with HISD Educator and AuthorAfua Jones, Helping to Build a More Stable Community![]() Afua Jones, a Board Certified Credit Consultant, began her career in 1994 as a Credit Reporter. After years of working in the industry, she saw an undeniable need to elevate and educate her community, while giving them the necessary tools to build generational wealth. With her DIY Credit Repair Course, Jones helps people repair their own credit and start their very own Credit Repair Business! WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: How To Fix Your Credit Step By Step Process (my complete Blueprint) Access To Template Letters How To Set Your Business Up How To Rebuild Your Credit Access To Private Facebook Group Affiliate Link Options Discount Code: Restored You can become an affiliate without buying the course The affiliate link option allows you to earn commission by selling this course Click here for more information #creditrepairbusiness #creditrespaircourse #repairmycredit #afuajonescreditrepair #creditrepair #fixmycredit #creditrepairaffiliateprogram #creditrepairaffiliate #afuajones #crediteducation #getapproved #ifixcredit #creditispower #creditrepairservices #jonesfinancialsolutions
I was looking for an unbiased, apolitical (as possible) video that would give me the 411 on current stimulus negotiations. I stumbled on this video by Ron Yates. Ron does an excellent job explaining "Stimulus 2 Talks". You may also want to grab a pen and paper to take notes on valuable tips on how to make money!
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SOW THE SEEDS THAT PROMOTE DIVERSITY, BUILD CHARACTER AND GROW STRENGTH!As an author of children's books, blogger and anti-bullying advocate, my goal is to support and guide educators, parents and children in achieving a healthy, secure peer environment...at school, playgrounds, on the internet and wherever bullying occurs. A Note to Parents and Educators Go ahead and drop us a line! We are always happy to hear from you and will endeavor to answer any and all of your questions related to the various forms of bullying that kids are encountering today. We can all help to build strength, diversity and character in kids of all ages if we work together. Dr. Cherrye Vasquez BOOKS THAT SOW STRENGTH, CHARACTER & DIVERSITY, DBA (713) 628-2908 https://booksthatsow.com/contact-me http://www.blog.cherryesbooksthatsow.com/ #childrensbooks #antibullying #booksthatsow #teachersagainstbullying #antibullyingresources #character #diversity #strength
momversations on anti-bias & anti-racism |
The Selah Project would like to welcome you to their platform called - Just Ask Randi, a brave space for mom’s to talk freely about race. During each hour-long momversation, Randi will teach for 15 minutes about how we as mothers can better our language, thoughts, actions and systems we create within our home that perpetuate racial rhetoric. Following each lesson, the moms will be invited to have dialogue and ask questions. | It’s Not Too Late To Join The Momversation!!! Please join our second of five sessions (Friday, July 10, 2020 @ 11:00AM– 12PM CST) where mom’s, mom's to be, grandma’s, and caregivers can learn How to Have Hard Conversations about Race, Power, and Privilege within our Families. It is important to note that this process is often messy and these conversations bring up a lot of questioning of what we may believe to be true subconsciously, during this series, we will have brave spaces to talk and interact with different peoples views. In our first session, we discussed our own implicit biases and how we can mistakenly place them on our children during play and storytime. I will also suggest practical toys and books for children. Can't wait to see you!!! |
This conversation will be led by Randi Blair
Co-Founder of The Selah Project, Houston, TX
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Co-Founder of The Selah Project, Houston, TX
www.theselahproject.com
Click here to register for the event.
CONGRATULATIONS tO 1ST PLACE PRIZE WINNER, OSVALDO RODRIGUEZ for winning the Amazon fIRE AND 2ND PLACE WINNER OF A $25 AMAZON GIFT CARD, Sarah Mayer
During the Covid 19 Pandemic, Grow With STEM offered a raffle for a Kindle fire HD 8 with Alexa, to help one lucky winner during these technological times. We also offered a $25 Amazon Gift Card to our second place winner. The contest was held for 30 days, and the response was overwhelming.
In addition, Grow With STEM also raised enough funds to purchase a family of six, two week's worth of groceries. Once again, special thanks to those of you who purchased a copy of Adam Baum: The Autistic Engineer and Marisol: A Little Girl with a Big Dream, in order to help me make this possible.
Stay tuned for future contest opportunities!
In addition, Grow With STEM also raised enough funds to purchase a family of six, two week's worth of groceries. Once again, special thanks to those of you who purchased a copy of Adam Baum: The Autistic Engineer and Marisol: A Little Girl with a Big Dream, in order to help me make this possible.
Stay tuned for future contest opportunities!
Grow With STEM Acknowledges Educators, Students and Parents

During this Covid 19 pandemic, students and teachers all over the world have been thrusted into a new reality--virtual learning. As a teacher, I am aware that the relationship between technology and inequality is multifaceted. My company, Grow With STEM, is offering a raffle for a Kindle fire HD 8 with Alexa or a $25 Amazon Gift Card.
Let me tell you, teachers do not get enough credit, and many of you have no idea how much work we do. We teachers had to abruptly alter our lesson plans, grasp new technologies and adapt to a new delivery system without missing a beat. Guess what. We did it. Students are now isolated from their friends and their world has been turned upside down. Both, students and teachers, never had the opportunity to cap off the end of the year with hugs and joyous celebrations. And without warning, parents have had to embrace the role of homeschool teacher.
Let me tell you, teachers do not get enough credit, and many of you have no idea how much work we do. We teachers had to abruptly alter our lesson plans, grasp new technologies and adapt to a new delivery system without missing a beat. Guess what. We did it. Students are now isolated from their friends and their world has been turned upside down. Both, students and teachers, never had the opportunity to cap off the end of the year with hugs and joyous celebrations. And without warning, parents have had to embrace the role of homeschool teacher.

First of all, a special thanks to the educators, students and parents who jumped in, feet first, to meet the challenges of this new reality. Also, a special thanks to those of you who purchased a copy of Adam Baum: The Autistic Engineer and Marisol: A Little Girl with a Big Dream, in order to help me make this possible.
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