Hi Karen!

Starting anything new can be scary, but trust me, this isn't! Jus
ttake it one step at a time. Do a google search for business liscenses
in your state...some states you can do it all online in one form.  Not
that I'm recommending it, but there are quite a few interenet business
owners out there that operate without a business liscense. ANd some
states don't require you to have a liscense unitl you make a certain
amount of money each year.

I'm going to be offering an email coaching program soon, and it will
be very affordable...I know I look around at the coaching programs out
there, and good coashes charge hundreds, and even thousands of
dollars. I don't know many women just starting out the can afford
that.

Will let you all know when I have that up and ready to go.

Where are all of the rest of you? Still stuck on where to start? Let's
support each other!

Kathy Wilson
Women on the Net

On Wed, Jun 11, 2008 at 5:27 PM, Karen M <kmuhlstadt@...> wrote:
> Hi Guys,
> Where did everyone go? I know you are out there because I see the old
> posts. I am still in the process of re-reading the book. Some of it I
> get really easy and some of it not so much. We are on the way to pick
> up my Granddaughters right now we get to keep them for a month so I
> expect slow going for a while and my target date to have this set up is
> October. I know that is some time away but this summer is really
> busy. I figure the summer will give me time to get all my paper work
> in order. I had honestly forgot about the small things like a business
> licence. I have Children in business for themselves but I guess I did
> not put the internet in the same category. Now I know better. I am
> really greatful for all the great information in the book. Could some
> of you write and let me know where you are in terms of getting
> started. I know it is a daunting process I am a little scared myself
> and I used to work in an ICU. I figure if we have a dialogue on this
> group we can all buck ourselves up. How about it??
> Karen
>
>



--
Kathy Wilson
Home Decorating Expert, LifetimeTV.com
Author, Columnist, Consultant


www.Kathy-Wilson.com
www.TheBudgetDecorator.com
www.TheGardenGlove.com
www.Women-on-the-Net.com
www.TheBudgetChef.com

Hi Guys,
Where did everyone go?  I know you are out there because I see the old
posts.  I am still in the process of re-reading the book.  Some of it I
get really easy and some of it not so much.   We are on the way to pick
up my Granddaughters right now we get to keep them for a month so I
expect slow going for a while and my target date to have this set up is
October.  I know that is some time away but this summer is really
busy.  I figure the summer will give me time to get all my paper work
in order.  I had honestly forgot about the small things like a business
licence.  I have Children in business for themselves but I guess I did
not put the internet in the same category.  Now I know better.  I am
really greatful for all the great information in the book.   Could some
of you write and let me know where you are in terms of getting
started.  I know it is a daunting process I am a little scared myself
and I used to work in an ICU.  I figure if we have a dialogue on this
group we can all buck ourselves up.  How about it??
Karen

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And hating it!  I hate going there every day.  I hate not being
available for my kids.  I hate the way my boss treats me like an
idiot.  I hate that when my DH comes home after four weeks in camp,
I'm going to have to go to work all day.

Is that enough WHY???

I just need the guts to quit my job, and do what I really want.  I
have the idea, I have some resources already picked out, I just need
to DO IT!

Has anyone quit their job to go out on their own?  To do something
that's not guaranteed?  To be happy?

Thanks for letting me vent!

Leanne

Hi Guys,
I just got Kathy's book and am in the process of reading.  I am a
retired RN and so I think that my efforts will probably be in health
care since I already have some background.  I will probably be dealing
with Seniors also since I am one AND I have always had an interest in
gerontology.  I guess I do have a fear of the internet.  Not going on
the net but participating in the NET.  The thing that bothers me the
most is finding a sight and getting interested in what the person has
to offer and then they don't post again for weeks if ever.  I want to
be sure I know what I am doing and am really committed to keeping the
site going and the content updated. The prep may take some time and I
hope it does not turn into procrastination.  Looking forward to
hearing from the rest of you out there.  Also thanks to Kathy, I
really appreciate your willingness to help others out.  I lurked with
the newsletters for a long time before I got the book we can all help
each other out.
Karen M

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Thank you Kathy, and all the others in the same boat!  I've been half-
baked in my attempt at being my own boss.  The good thing is you have
flexibility, the bad thing is you have flexibility.  I took in a
homeless family last summer....long story, but let me say, it took a
LOT out of me, Physically, financially and emotionally,and I'm still in
slow motion.  To top it off, I took them in JUST as I was moving in,
and didn't get diddly unpacked.  They moved out in Oct. and I'm still
in the midst of chaos.  I've attempted to keep my business going, and
have, but things are in such disarray is amazing, and embarassing, and
I've sunk to an all time low.  My home and office are the ultimate in
MESS.  People think I'm so organized, and I can be, but things have
gotten out of hand - I have to STOP and regroup!  I am married, an
empty nester, and although my career has been in real estate, finance,
banking, etc.  I am selling on eBay, and having a blast.  My goal (long
time to get here, I know) is to OPEN a succcessful eBay
store.....jacque_de_shoppe emporium.  I now sell under
jacque_de_shoppe, and the end of this month will be the 1 yr trial I
wanted before I'd attempt a store.  I need to get my home in order, so
my head can be in order, I need to get my office in order, so I can be
in business in a proper way.  I've assisted others, as always in how to
get on ebay, and I love hints that save time and money.
Thanks for reading,
Jacque
Iowa
(not far from Field of Dreams)



--- In WOTN-message@yahoogroups.com, "thebudgetdecorator"
<kw.publishing@...> wrote:
>
> Welsome all to the new Women on the Net message board.
>
> To get us all started off right, I have a question for all to
> answer...what is your purpose for the coming year? I know we all want
> to start a business, but have you asked yourself why? The "why" is
the
> most powerful part of your business, and will propel you into
succuess
> if you hold onto it. So think about it, write it down, and share it
> with the group!
>
> Kathy Wilson
> WOmen on the Net
>

"Kathy Wilson" <kw.publishing@...> wrote:
>
> Yes, recently overture discontiued the tool...I will be releasing an
updated
> version of the ebook next week with new links, but in the meantime,
I am
> using Google adwords tool...you can find it at
> https://adwords.google.com/select/KeywordToolExternal
>
> You can also use a free version of a more intense keyword tool at
> http://freekeywords.wordtracker.com/
>

Thanks Kathy!

Mary

Hi Kathy,

I read through some of the book last night and made some notes to try
this morning.  I decided to use the free keyword tool
(inventory.overture.com) and am finding that it's either not onlline
anymore or is having problems.  When I couldn't get it to connect, I
looked to see if I could find anything on it and several different
sites mention that it seems to have served its purpose and is going to
be replaced.  Do you have any other suggestions on what to use for
this purpose?

Take care,

Mary

Hi gals,

I was just browsing through the members list and I see there's at
least a couple of other gals on here from Canada.  So many things on
the net are geared just to people in the U.S., it might be a good
opportunity for us to put our heads together and make something work
for us here.  What do ya think?

Even though I'm originally from the U.S., I've lived in Canada for 10
years now and even though I recently lost my Canuck hubby, I'm still
planning on being here for a while, if not stay here.  This is my home
and where I built my life with my hubby and also where my support
system is.  So, I'd really like to find something that works and be
able to support myself eventually.  Hope to hear from you other
Canucks.

Hugs,

Mary

"thebudgetdecorator" <kw.publishing@...> wrote:
Where are you still needing help or encouragement? What subjects
could you use more info on? What would you like to see women on the
net cover? Let us know!

Hi Kathy & others,

I'm starting to read through your book, finally finding some time
after dealing with some major paperwork after my husband died.  I
really feel I could make this work and am hoping it will give me
something to look forward to and put my energies into.  I feel I
need some help deciding which avenue to steer myself into.  I didn't
see what I'm thinking about on the list in the book....so am second-
guessing myself about whether or not it might be a good venture.  As
far as more subjects, not sure I can comment until I finish the
book.  But, I'm hoping to have it finished in the next day or two
and then I'll probably be full of questions.  Is no one else getting
excited about this?  Hope to hear from you others on here.

Hugs,

Mary

Ok girls, time to weigh in on what info you are looking for right now
from Women on the Net! Where are you still needing help or
encouragement? What subjects could you use more info on? What would you
like to see women on the net cover? Let us know!

Kathy Wilson
Women on the Net

Hi Mary,
First off, let me say how sorry we are for the loss of your husband.
What a joy to have had a relationship where evennow you can feel his
encouragement!

I know we can help you achieve what you need to here, just stick with
it! Remember, you get updated versions of the ebook free, so bookmark
your download page. There is gonna be an expanded version avaiable
very soon...with a special emphasis on taking care of oneself while
starting a business.

Thanks for joining us, feel free to use this board to ask questions!

Kathy Wilson
Women on the Net










--- In WOTN-message@yahoogroups.com, "Mary Cunningham" <kygal@...>
wrote:
>
> Hi gals,
>
> I just joined up this evening and plan to sit down and devour
> Kathy's book.  I have quite a few reasons for my why but know I'm
> going to have to take it slow, easy and methodical for a while.  My
> big why is because I lost my husband the end of Nov. ('07) and I'm
> going to have to figure out a way to bring some money into the
> house.  I'm sure I'll have to work at least part-time until I get
> things going but I want to be able to be independent, set my own
> hours and not work for someone else.  I was selling spices, dips,
> etc. for a company here in Canada before my husband passed away but
> right now, my head isn't able to fully concentrate on doing home
> parties again.  I don't want to discontinue selling these products
> because they WONDERFUL and everyone loves them!  They actually sell
> themselves.
>
> I also know this is the right thing to do and I can hear my hubby
> cheering me on to take this step....he was my biggest advocate and
> supporter.  I'm not exactly sure what way I want to go with this
but
> just know it's something I really want to do.  I do have some ideas
> to bounce off others once the time is right...just some things that
> really turn my crank but just not sure what to do with them.
>
> Hugs,
>
> Mary
>

Hi gals,

I just joined up this evening and plan to sit down and devour
Kathy's book.  I have quite a few reasons for my why but know I'm
going to have to take it slow, easy and methodical for a while.  My
big why is because I lost my husband the end of Nov. ('07) and I'm
going to have to figure out a way to bring some money into the
house.  I'm sure I'll have to work at least part-time until I get
things going but I want to be able to be independent, set my own
hours and not work for someone else.  I was selling spices, dips,
etc. for a company here in Canada before my husband passed away but
right now, my head isn't able to fully concentrate on doing home
parties again.  I don't want to discontinue selling these products
because they WONDERFUL and everyone loves them!  They actually sell
themselves.

I also know this is the right thing to do and I can hear my hubby
cheering me on to take this step....he was my biggest advocate and
supporter.  I'm not exactly sure what way I want to go with this but
just know it's something I really want to do.  I do have some ideas
to bounce off others once the time is right...just some things that
really turn my crank but just not sure what to do with them.

Hugs,

Mary

Welcome Belinda!

Kathy Wilson, Editor

On Jan 26, 2008 8:57 PM, belinda rena ferrell <lbjnflower@...> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Im Belinda Im a sculpter of baby dolls My purpose for this year is
> to be more independent and
> earn money to keep my doll sculpting hobby/career going. To get off on
> my owen web site, instead of having to sell my dolls on ebay. ebay
> takes a big chunk of my money so I really dont make a profit I geuss
> its a
> goal to get away from ebay and to sell my dolls with out the middle man
> (ebay).
> Belinda
>
> --- In WOTN-message@yahoogroups.com, "thebudgetdecorator"
> <kw.publishing@...> wrote:
> >
> > Welsome all to the new Women on the Net message board.
> >
> > To get us all started off right, I have a question for all to
> > answer...what is your purpose for the coming year? I know we all want
> > to start a business, but have you asked yourself why? The "why" is
> the
> > most powerful part of your business, and will propel you into
> succuess
> > if you hold onto it. So think about it, write it down, and share it
> > with the group!
> >
> > Kathy Wilson
> > WOmen on the Net
> >
>
>
>
>



--
Kathy Wilson
Author, Columnist, Consultant
Home Decorating Expert, LifetimeTV.com

www.TheBudgetDecorator.com
www.TheGardenGlove.com
www.Women-on-the-Net.com
www.TheBudgetChef.com
www.Home-Staging-Online.com

Hi Im Belinda Im a sculpter of baby dolls My purpose for this year is
to be more independent and
earn money  to keep my doll sculpting hobby/career going. To get off on
my owen web site, instead of having to sell my dolls on ebay. ebay
takes a big chunk of my money so I really dont make a profit  I geuss
its a
goal to get away from ebay and to sell my dolls with out the middle man
(ebay).
Belinda
--- In WOTN-message@yahoogroups.com, "thebudgetdecorator"
<kw.publishing@...> wrote:
>
> Welsome all to the new Women on the Net message board.
>
> To get us all started off right, I have a question for all to
> answer...what is your purpose for the coming year? I know we all want
> to start a business, but have you asked yourself why? The "why" is
the
> most powerful part of your business, and will propel you into
succuess
> if you hold onto it. So think about it, write it down, and share it
> with the group!
>
> Kathy Wilson
> WOmen on the Net
>

There are so many reasons for the "why" question. For me the main
reason would be to become my own person and be financially independent.
I come from the old school where husbands turns over the whole paycheck
and wives bugdets the money. When I migrated abroad, my husband's
thinking changed so we had separate bank accounts and just contribut a
certain amount for the bills each month and since I was working then, I
had more self respect and self esteem--I could buy anything I wanted
having my own money.

Even when I got married, my own MIL advised me to have my own money
secretly to be my own person. Couldn't have loved my MIL more. She was
so independent for her era.She even told my hubby that he should be
turning over his paycheck but told me to  give him at least half for
his own pride,some nights out with the boys ( though he can't drink due
to being allergic to alcohol and to buy his his own boy toys
(electronics)and cigarettes.


Since I got laid off, wanting to have my own business will enable me to
keep that sanity of being my own person.

Gigi

--- In WOTN-message@yahoogroups.com, "thebudgetdecorator"
<kw.publishing@...> wrote:
>
> Welsome all to the new Women on the Net message board.
>
> To get us all started off right, I have a question for all to
> answer...what is your purpose for the coming year? I know we all want
> to start a business, but have you asked yourself why? The "why" is
the
> most powerful part of your business, and will propel you into
succuess
> if you hold onto it. So think about it, write it down, and share it
> with the group!
>
> Kathy Wilson
> WOmen on the Net
>

I've known my why for years now...just haven't figured out the how! :)
  I am my father's daughter...he was always trying to figure out a way
  to be financially independent to be able not have to worry about where
  every penny would come from and to retire and enjoy his old age. I've
  added to that by wanting to give my kids what they need without making
  another one go without. And especially to finance their education...
  I have 5, so it will be here before I know it. And last but not least,
  I am finding out that it really does cost to live healthy, especially
  when you get older...I do not want to be on doctor's drugs.

  My purpose this year is to really make an concerted effort to step out
  of my comfort zone and take advantage of the opportunities that
  present themselves to me, and to organize my time to get what needs
  to be done, done.

  Viv :)

  Welcome all to the new Women on the Net message board.

  To get us all started off right, I have a question for all to
  answer...what is your purpose for the coming year? I know we all want
  to start a business, but have you asked yourself why? The "why" is
  the most powerful part of your business, and will propel you into
  success if you hold onto it. So think about it, write it down, and
  share it with the group!

  Kathy Wilson
  Women on the Net

Glad to have you Joy! Just remember, once you make your decision, the
key to success is this. DO NOT GIVE UP!

Kathy Wilson, Editor

On Jan 22, 2008 7:09 AM, zgal59 <zehner_joy@...> wrote:
>
>
>
>
> Hello all,
> The reason I have been interested in this information is because I too
> want to earn some extra money. I work a regular daytime office job,
> but would like to have some extra money for the fun things in life. I
> also enjoy learning and sharing what I learn and what new information I
> have come across, in the hopes it will help someone else. I am still
> exploring how I want to do this, so I am looking forward to ideas and
> suggestions. Right now I am thinking a free newsletter to get started.
> Thanks for the information and encouragement.
>
> Joy
>
> --- In WOTN-message@yahoogroups.com, "thebudgetdecorator"
>
> <kw.publishing@...> wrote:
> >
> > Welsome all to the new Women on the Net message board.
> >
> > To get us all started off right, I have a question for all to
> > answer...what is your purpose for the coming year? I know we all want
> > to start a business, but have you asked yourself why? The "why" is
> the
> > most powerful part of your business, and will propel you into
> succuess
> > if you hold onto it. So think about it, write it down, and share it
> > with the group!
> >
> > Kathy Wilson
> > WOmen on the Net
> >
>
>
>
>



--
Kathy Wilson
Author, Columnist, Consultant
Home Decorating Expert, LifetimeTV.com

www.TheBudgetDecorator.com
www.TheGardenGlove.com
www.Women-on-the-Net.com
www.TheBudgetChef.com
www.Home-Staging-Online.com

Hello all,
The reason I have been interested in this information is because I too
want to earn some extra money.  I work a regular daytime office job,
but would like to have some extra money for the fun things in life. I
also enjoy learning and sharing what I learn and what new information I
have come across, in the hopes it will help someone else.  I am still
exploring how I want to do this, so I am looking forward to ideas and
suggestions. Right now I am thinking a free newsletter to get started.
Thanks for the information and encouragement.

Joy

--- In WOTN-message@yahoogroups.com, "thebudgetdecorator"
<kw.publishing@...> wrote:
>
> Welsome all to the new Women on the Net message board.
>
> To get us all started off right, I have a question for all to
> answer...what is your purpose for the coming year? I know we all want
> to start a business, but have you asked yourself why? The "why" is
the
> most powerful part of your business, and will propel you into
succuess
> if you hold onto it. So think about it, write it down, and share it
> with the group!
>
> Kathy Wilson
> WOmen on the Net
>

All great reasons! And the fact that you already have the idea to
find a void and fill it means you are on the right path to doing
something that will not only be fulfilling, but successful!

Kathy Wilson
Editor



--- In WOTN-message@yahoogroups.com, "Leanne" <oldredmom@...> wrote:
>
> My "why" is fairly complex, but I'm sure it's not unusual.  I want
to
> make money.  Not necessarily because we "need" more, but because I
> want more to play with.  I have a serious fabric and pattern
addiction
> to feed!
>
> I've been a SAHM for 7 years, and it doesn't suit me very well.  I
> need a purpose each day, besides dishes and laundry.  My kids give
me
> reason, but they are also growing up and needing me less and less.
>
> Having flexibility is probably number one.  I do want to be
available
> for when my kids need me.  Also, I have several health problems, so
> being able to work around them is so important.  A regular 9 to 5
job
> wouldn't give me that.
>
> Lastly, I'm hoping to fill a void I've found out there in
cyberspace!
>
> Anyone else?
>
> Leanne
>

My "why" is fairly complex, but I'm sure it's not unusual.  I want to
make money.  Not necessarily because we "need" more, but because I
want more to play with.  I have a serious fabric and pattern addiction
to feed!

I've been a SAHM for 7 years, and it doesn't suit me very well.  I
need a purpose each day, besides dishes and laundry.  My kids give me
reason, but they are also growing up and needing me less and less.

Having flexibility is probably number one.  I do want to be available
for when my kids need me.  Also, I have several health problems, so
being able to work around them is so important.  A regular 9 to 5 job
wouldn't give me that.

Lastly, I'm hoping to fill a void I've found out there in cyberspace!

Anyone else?

Leanne

Welsome all to the new Women on the Net message board.

To get us all started off right, I have a question for all to
answer...what is your purpose for the coming year? I know we all want
to start a business, but have you asked yourself why? The "why" is the
most powerful part of your business, and will propel you into succuess
if you hold onto it. So think about it, write it down, and share it
with the group!

Kathy Wilson
WOmen on the Net