Stressed Out In Your Online Business - How To Reduce Stess As Your Build Your Internet Business

By Connie Ragen Green

Having an online business can be stressful, even under the best of circumstances. If you've left your job to come online, you will want to think about ways to reduce the stress and make your life more joyful. These include making sure your family and friends are on board, taking time out for yourself, and connecting with other like-minded individuals on a regular basis. I'll explain what I mean with each of these.

When I was first working from home, my friends and family suddenly saw this as an opportunity to spend more time with me. They would stop by my house unannounced, invite me for lunch, and ask me to run errands for them, liking picking up someone from school or taking someone to a medical appointment. After a few weeks I had to make it clear that I was at work during certain hours while I was at home, and not available to do anything else unless it was truly an emergency. Have a family meeting to discuss this with the people close to you so you won't get stressed out.

It wasn't until my third year online that I began to take time out for myself on a regular basis. During those first two years I felt guilty about going to the gym or to see a movie, so I parked myself in front of my computer every single day. You absolutely must take care of your own needs to reduce stress and enjoy your life. You will be far more productive when you get going again.

When I finally attended my first live event it was like a breath of fresh air. There were hundreds of people there who knew exactly what it was like to be building an online business from a home office. Many of these people are still my friends and joint venture partners, and if I had not made the effort by going to the event I never would have connected with them. Look for local meetups near your home, and also live marketing events around the United States and beyond. Having people you can reach by phone, email, or on social media reduces the stress you will and reminds you that you are not alone.

As you can see, talking to your family, taking time for yourself, and connecting with others all serve to reduce the stress that comes from being an online entrepreneur. Make sure to focus on these things on a daily basis as your business grows.

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