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As the trend of working at home continues, it’s important to make an educated decision before starting any home based business. When considering starting a business, it can be a very overwhelming process. In order to help you with this process, here are a few things you need to consider and evaluate before choosing a home based business opportunity. 1. Cutting-Edge Consumable Products This is one of the most important factors to consider...what does the company sell? Look for a company that offers consumable products ~ items that people will buy over and over again (i.e. skin care, cosmetics, vitamins, weight loss, internet downloads, etc.). If the company is selling a high quality, in demand product, then your customers will consistently buy from you, thus creating a steady stream of income. It is also important that you personally use and truly like the products. You will be a walking testimony and people will expect your honest opinion! 2. Timing and Trends If a company was selling records in our current market, they would quickly go out of business. Consider this same concept when evaluating companies. It is estimated that the health, wellness and anti-aging industry will be a 1 Trillion dollar empire by 2010. If you would like just a small percentage of this growth, then find a company that offers health, wellness, and anti-aging product(s)! Another big trend is the Internet, more specifically, downloadable content. More and more people are downloading music, movies, video games, ring tones and list continues. Finding a company that embraces this trend is like hopping on the money train. You just can't go wrong! 3. Leadership and Commitment When looking at a company be sure to evaluate their growth as well as their leadership. Growth will give a good indication if their products are selling and if they are embracing current trends and the leadership will show if the company can support such growth. Leadership can often be a key component that is overlooked, so be sure to do your homework. Often times you will hear that an older company is a solid, more reliable company. Although this is often true, be sure not to discount a newer company that offers a revolutionary concept. If a newer company offers a product that is embracing modern trends, then getting on when it's young might prove to be a wise investment! 4. Large, Expanding Target Market Where are the products sold? Are they only in the United States or are they also available in foreign countries? If they are sold over-seas, how does the company help you in reaching those markets (internet access, marketing materials, etc.)? 5. Internet, Support and Marketing How the products are sold and distributed? Can the products be purchased on the internet? What is their return policy? What is their retention rate (meaning how many people continue to buy over and over again)? Does the company have an appealing, high tech website? What type of training do they offer (this is a crucial area where a lot of companies lack)? What types of marketing materials do they offer? Are you impressed with what you see? These questions just scratch the surface of important things to consider, but will give you a solid start when researching. In conclusion, the company you choose must be a good fit. You have to be confident about the products, have faith in the company and know that you will be equipped with the right training and knowledge to actually make money!
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Betsy Canevari is a work at home mom with a toddler. She is passionate about educating women on how to make money from home by using the internet. For more great tips about finding a legitimate home based business, visit her Work at Home site.
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