You've decided that network marketing is the way to take control of your life. This is a wonderful first step towards financial success and securing your future. To make the most of your new lifestyle, which will include working from home, you will want to take some time to organize your home office.

Not every part of your home may be quiet enough or have adequate room for your office. Picking the best area for your office is important. You want to choose a space that will help you avoid interruptions. If you have family, your office may have to be off limits to them. You may want to stay away from other distractions such as the television or windows overlooking high levels of activity.

The personal space for your business needs privacy, light, and room for all the things that you'll add to it. It should also be comfortable, organized, and equipped to keep you motivated.

Your home office will need a few essential items. A desk, lamp or similar lighting and a comfortable chair are all important. Equally important are a computer, printer, fax, scanner, clock, file cabinet and phone system. A good quality phone system will pay dividends and should include a headset, flash button, mute, and preferably a speakerphone with mute.

Speed dial and caller ID can also be very useful. A business cell phone will also keep you available while you are away from your desk.

Call your local phone company and set up Voice Mail, Three-Way Calling, and Call Waiting. Train yourself to use these tools effectively. You should also consider having two additional lines installed for you business phone and fax. As you will probably be spending a lot of time on the phone, shop around for the best long-distance deals. And make sure your phone voicemail message is both businesslike and energetic.

You should keep a calendar for appointments, and work out a way of tracking your work and prospects. Purc

hase a 3-ring binder, pocket folder, or other method to keep all your information (contact numbers, company paperwork, etc.) accessible and organized.

Also remember to keep on hand a supply of printer paper, ink cartridges, empty disks or CDs to store data. There is nothing worse than running out of these staples when you are busy.

You should also keep on hand your motivational tools such as your journal, CDs and DVDs, along with your short-term and long-term goals. Motivational items like goals lists and the description of your ideal day, works wonders when posted boldly around your office. Sometimes light classical music to keep you company as you work really helps you along.

Remember that these recommendations are to assist you with your success; however success is attained from within, not with tools and gadgets. These suggestions are to ease your workload and improve your efficiency. You have the real power to take control of your life and make your dreams come true.

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