Tuesday, June 13, 2006

5 Ways to Set Up A Home Office

In a world of laptop computers, wireless Internet connections, cellular phones, efax, and virtual assistants, it's becoming increasingly easy to run a multi-million dollar business from your own home.

Here are a few ideas for carving out workspace for your home office:
  1. Spare Bedroom or Den. This is the most obvious choice for a home office, but not everyone has the luxury of this extra space.
  2. Under the Stairs. You can also carve out space on an enclosed porch or a hall closet.
  3. Multi-shelf Rolling Cart. Use it to store all your office needs and pull it up next to the kitchen table. When you're not working, roll it away in a pantry or closet.
  4. Armoire. Choose either a contemporary or traditional style based on your home decor and use it as both storage and a workspace. When in use, pull up a nearby chair and let it function as a desk. When not in use, close the doors!
  5. Bookcase. Visually separate your work area from the rest of a larger room (or even the end of hallway) by setting a tall bookcase perpendicular to the wall. It will provide a cozy nook for your workspace as well as offer storage for your files, office supplies, and a special photograph. Utilize decorative boxes, wicker baskets, and magazine holders for attractive display of your office needs.

No more excuses! You can set up your next profitable business venture right in your own home!

No comments: