Mondays Lists

 Monday........ The word could be it's own sentence

If you are like me Monday is hectic and crazy regardless of if you work from home or a full time job!

Monday is my list day. I have a dry erase board above my computer that I make lines on for each day of the week. I call it my Master List. Things can be changed, added or subtracted as needed. I list 2 or 3 things that must be accomplished around the house for each day (not the obvious daily chores).

 Places I need to go, and dinner for each night that week. Then I list important times and dates for appointments, in a different color. This is the list that runs my life. I do not crowd it or make it overwhelming by adding things I feel I should do. When I cross items off at the end of the day I feel accomplished 

If I have a important call or business training I add it to that list. I am not the most organized person so lists for me are a necessity.

1. BE NICE TO PEOPLE!! What does this have to do with making lists? Because if you are apart of Network Marketing and/or trying to start a business, leave a good personal impression!! Who wants to buy make up or jewelry or whatever you are selling from a rude ass? NOONE that's who.
I understand some people are introverts. But even introverts can be sociable. Your daily contacts are the people you want to engage in conversation with. I'm not saying hit the bag boy up for his college saving on a investment. I'm saying BE NICE

2. I regularly keep up with groceries when we are running low in my grocery list on my Ibotta App.

Then I reference it when shopping and I am able to find deals for the store I need that way. Groupon also advantages. I used to keep a list on the refrigerator but people kept adding unnecessary items to it.  It's easier saving time and money, I coupon only when necessary now.  Cross saving with in store deals and savings cards.

At one store I get savings and gas points using the card. And this store offers double coupon as well.Keep it simple for yourself. There are other apps as well but these are two I personally use.

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3.Budget Budget Budget... Always know what you have to send before you go grocery shopping. Or do any shopping for that matter. Know what you can spend and what you need to save. Do not buy things that are on sale because you like the sale, not unless you know you will use it!! I have had that big red sales tag jump out into my line of vision before. My immediate reaction was

OOH Lookie a sale!!

BUT eventually I can reign my Inner Diva in now and convince her we will never use BOGO cases of fruit juice. And that even though Brand X Dog food comes with .50 rebate and doggie snack, we do not use that brand because it is $6 more expensive

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4. Making a menu before seemed like more work to me to begin with. Now I know th

at its a great way to save time and money. Not to mention my sanity in the midst of chaos. I no longer have to stand staring at the cabinets and in the fridge as if they hold a genie who will magically appear.  Making a menu is easy! Look at the products you have on hand, add to your list as needed. Do not forget to add snacks if you have small children or teens in your home.  

It does not have to be complicated. You can get a great idea of menu plans by checking Google.

And finally pat yourself on the back. Making lists on Mondays will make your life easier!

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Getting Started

Getting Started working from home is much easier than you would think. You do not need a lot of expensive office equipment. In fact all you need in the beginning is a laptop or smart phone. And a library card.

You can use the computers at the library for free, and printing any materials there that you might need in the beginning is cheaper than buying a newspaper. I should have called this blog Networking on a tight budget because that is how I started out. I would encourage you to visit local bargain stores in your area. Printers can be bought cheap at Thrift stores and resale shops. Always ask to have it plugged in and check to make sure it works before you purchase it. You also want to keep a notepad in your hand bag and car. Keep a envelope for receipts to be filed at a later date when any purchases are made for your business. You never know if you will need it to write down contact information for a future potential customer. As I said plenty of things can be recycled to work for you. Currently I am about to redo two cabinets and a counter top as my working station in my home. They are the perfect height and can be adjusted to fit in my working area to hold my computer and printer, telephone etc... It doesn't take a lot of money. Just creative thinking....

Welcome to my Blog!!

I finally decided to see what all the hullabaloo was about blogging. Turns out, It's easy! If you are looking to start a home based business or ways to make yours more successful,
I am in Network Marketing and yes there is money to be made! I am with two companies currently. And I love both of their products so much I decided to join them both.


  Network marketing is taking the economy by storm. But you still have to be careful about the company you choose. Do your research!! Look at company integrity. Check out the product reviews. Be prepared to sit down and decide what you can afford in overhead costs. Check your budget. Now most of us are just day to day moms and people who cannot throw several $$$ on starting our own business. So be prepared to cut costs where you can until you can recoup your investment. Recycle to save money, and sell the things you have kept over the years and do not want anymore. Make your friends and family aware you have started on a exciting journey. Ask for their support, and let them know you appreciate it!  Also you don't need a $6 notebook. You can find them fairly cheap and my daughters folders from high school that she didn't use made perfect receipt folders.


  Couponing is also a favorite to save money with. Since your home is going to be where you work, you will need a area to devote to this. Try to make it comfortable, and somewhere you like to work every day. I started out at my kitchen table. It's the center of activity in my home, and made it possible for me to work and keep things running. Not always smoothly, but running.... (I have a 6 year old ADHD child in my home, running is the perfect word) My family is the most important Why for me. What is yours?
You can do this!! I believe in you!