Name: Doug Holbrook Business: iVention City / State: Louisville, KY Website: ivention.us Tell us a little about your business and how you got started. A 3-year-old named Rowan and a newborn named Aspen captured my heart and made working for non-flexible, non-caring, family-hostile business very difficult. My wife and I decided to set out on our
When you work from home, your home office is a space you’ll spend a lot of time in, so it’s important that it works for you. Whether you’re just starting out from home, or you need to renovate, you’ll need to make the space your own. Renovating any room in your house can be quite
We often hear of work life balance, but how do we achieve it? Bridging the gap between work, family, relaxation and social time is a challenge in our busy world, but it’s crucial to quality of life. According to Small Business Trends, “66 percent of full-time employees say they don’t strongly believe they have
Working from home has many benefits, from more time and flexibility to a non-existent commute. Although it’s mainly a positive experience for most, there can be challenges involved, especially in the beginning. Check out this week’s blog for some tips on working through those challenges successfully. Kids or Family While kid, family, pet and friend
Remote teams are becoming more and more prevalent as more people work from home. Although working from home tends to boost productivity, eliminate sick days and commuting, it can also make communication more difficult. As businesses grow and hire more employees, communicating as a remote team becomes crucial. Read along for some of our
Name: Katrina Martin Location: Shelton, WA What’s your success story with HireMyMom.com? I was only a member for 1 quarter. I found a job within the first few weeks! What’s your educational and experiential background? I have over 20 years’ experience in a broad range of fields including office management, customer service, purchasing, inventory, and personnel
Social media is very important for business! It’s a place to share your knowledge, business doings, and much more. It’s well known that you shouldn’t spend most of your time on social media in “sales mode,” but how do you post graphics that still get attention? If you’re not sure where to start, read below
What’s your success story with HireMyMom.com? I was referred to HireMyMom.com from a church friend. At the time I was unable to work due to lack of childcare. I joined in January of that year and was employed by the end of February. Again the following year after a move, I joined HireMyMom.com again. For the past 1 1/2 years
Summer is almost here! School will be out soon, and we move on to one of the most fun times of the year. Although it’s summer, work doesn’t usually stop. It may be lighter in the summer months, depending on your industry, but work still must be considered. Enjoy this time of year while still
Organization is one of those small things that make a big difference. Cluttered, disorganized spaces make us less productive, and it can be stressful to constantly feel like you’re playing catch up. A well-executed organization plan is a key to success in business and at home, and it’s worth the effort to get things to
