From Library Journal
More women than men start new businesses annually, since women enjoy the flexibility and ease of child care that working at home provides. Huff, a business journalist and author (Home-Based Business Ideas for Women, Pilot, 1993), enumerates 101 business opportunities to women found in traditional areas. Each listing includes information on start-up costs and financing sources, pricing guidelines, marketing methods, equipment, necessary education/training or experience, income potential, and information sources. Huff begins the book with short sections on selecting a business, developing a business plan, and understanding franchises and distributorship. While this title is informative, numerous recent books are available on this topic, from Lionel Fisher's On Your Own (LJ 1/95) to Daryl Allen's 1101 Businesses You Can Start from Home (Wiley, 1995). A marginal purchase for those public libraries with an adequate collection in this area.Kathy Shimpock-Vieweg, O'Connor-Cavanagh Lib., Phoenix, Ariz.Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.


Review
Praise for 101 Best Home-Based Businesses for Women, 3rd Edition:
"A phenomenal resource for any woman with an entrepreneurial spirit! Priscilla has made it easier than ever for women to find their ideal home-based career. If you're interested in launching a successful business from home, this book is a must!" — Debra M.Cohen, founder, Homeowner Referral Network (HRN) Business, and president, Home Remedies of NY, Inc.
"Six years ago I was scared I would never be able to be with my baby. I bought one of Priscilla Huff's books. Now I have my own successful home business. I cannot believe I now offer advice to others who want their own home businesses. If you want to be successful, buying this book is very important." — Jennifer Dugan, Dugan's Travels
"If you are looking to start a home business, you won't be disappointed in the abundance of information Priscilla has compiled. This book covers everything a woman needs to know about what types of home businesses are available and how to get a home business started. Starting a home business can be a tremendous amount of work, but with Priscilla's book, you can be on your way to home-based success in no time at all." — Lesley A. Spencer, founder, Home-Based Working Moms
"The unlimited resources provided literally take you through the process step by step and make obtaining the home biz dream a possible reality." — Kim Essenmacher, independent telecom agent, Cognigen


Review
Praise for 101 Best Home-Based Businesses for Women, 3rd Edition:
"A phenomenal resource for any woman with an entrepreneurial spirit! Priscilla has made it easier than ever for women to find their ideal home-based career. If you're interested in launching a successful business from home, this book is a must!" ? Debra M.Cohen, founder, Homeowner Referral Network (HRN) Business, and president, Home Remedies of NY, Inc.
"Six years ago I was scared I would never be able to be with my baby. I bought one of Priscilla Huff's books. Now I have my own successful home business. I cannot believe I now offer advice to others who want their own home businesses. If you want to be successful, buying this book is very important." ? Jennifer Dugan, Dugan's Travels
"If you are looking to start a home business, you won't be disappointed in the abundance of information Priscilla has compiled. This book covers everything a woman needs to know about what types of home businesses are available and how to get a home business started. Starting a home business can be a tremendous amount of work, but with Priscilla's book, you can be on your way to home-based success in no time at all." ? Lesley A. Spencer, founder, Home-Based Working Moms
"The unlimited resources provided literally take you through the process step by step and make obtaining the home biz dream a possible reality." ? Kim Essenmacher, independent telecom agent, Cognigen


Book Description
Can I be a stay-at-home mom and still earn extra income? Which home business is best for me? Where can I find expert advice on launching my own business? How much will it cost to get started?
For nearly two decades, bestselling author and home-based business guru Priscilla Y. Huff has run a successful writing business out of her home while balancing her family life. In fact, this book, now in its third edition, is proof of her success. Her valuable advice on what works—and what doesn't—is available to you. From start-up costs to potential income, this book shows you how to:
·Choose the perfect home-based business from 101 of the best: customer service, arts and crafts, entertainment, computer and high tech, mail order, home-based distributorships and franchises, and many others
·Take the first steps to starting any business
·Find and use valuable resources, including local, state, and federal government sources; business and professional associations; books, Web sites, and other publications
·And much, much more!
You'll also find inspiring stories from businesswomen who have achieved success and financial reward. If you've ever dreamed of owning your own business, this book should be your first investment.


From the Inside Flap
Can I be a stay-at-home mom and still earn extra income? Which home business is best for me? Where can I find expert advice on launching my own business? How much will it cost to get started?
For nearly two decades, bestselling author and home-based business guru Priscilla Y. Huff has run a successful writing business out of her home while balancing her family life. In fact, this book, now in its third edition, is proof of her success. Her valuable advice on what works—and what doesn't—is available to you. From start-up costs to potential income, this book shows you how to:
·Choose the perfect home-based business from 101 of the best: customer service, arts and crafts, entertainment, computer and high tech, mail order, home-based distributorships and franchises, and many others
·Take the first steps to starting any business
·Find and use valuable resources, including local, state, and federal government sources; business and professional associations; books, Web sites, and other publications
·And much, much more!
You'll also find inspiring stories from businesswomen who have achieved success and financial reward. If you've ever dreamed of owning your own business, this book should be your first investment.


From the Back Cover
Praise for 101 Best Home-Based Businesses for Women, 3rd Edition:
"A phenomenal resource for any woman with an entrepreneurial spirit! Priscilla has made it easier than ever for women to find their ideal home-based career. If you're interested in launching a successful business from home, this book is a must!" — Debra M.Cohen, founder, Homeowner Referral Network (HRN) Business, and president, Home Remedies of NY, Inc.
"Six years ago I was scared I would never be able to be with my baby. I bought one of Priscilla Huff's books. Now I have my own successful home business. I cannot believe I now offer advice to others who want their own home businesses. If you want to be successful, buying this book is very important." — Jennifer Dugan, Dugan's Travels
"If you are looking to start a home business, you won't be disappointed in the abundance of information Priscilla has compiled. This book covers everything a woman needs to know about what types of home businesses are available and how to get a home business started. Starting a home business can be a tremendous amount of work, but with Priscilla's book, you can be on your way to home-based success in no time at all." — Lesley A. Spencer, founder, Home-Based Working Moms
"The unlimited resources provided literally take you through the process step by step and make obtaining the home biz dream a possible reality." — Kim Essenmacher, independent telecom agent, Cognigen


About the Author
Priscilla Y. Huff, a former business columnist for iVillage.com, is a regular contributor to Home Business Magazine and other business print and online publications, including BizyMoms.com and eWorkingWomen.com. She lives in Sellersville, Pennsylvania.

ANNOTATION

The author of Home-Based Business Ideas for Women provides readers with everything they need to know about different businesses, from start-up costs and financing sources to the potential income the business can generate. Actual businesswomen share their stories of success and financial reward and give advice on what works and what doesn't.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Can I be a stay-at-home mom and still earn extra income? Where can I find expert advice on working out of my home? How much will it cost to get started?

For years, author Priscilla Huff has run a successful writing business out of her home while balancing family life with a home-based business. In fact, this book is living proof of her success. And now her expertise is available to you. From start-up costs to potential income, this fully updated and revised edition covers such vital topics as:

Choosing the perfect home-based business
The first steps to starting any business
101 best home-based businesses for women: customer service, arts and crafts, entertainment, computer and mail order, home-based distributorships and franchises, and more
Finding and using valuable resources, including: local, state, and federal government sources; business and professional associations; books and other publications
And much, much more!

You'll also find businesswomen relating stories of success and financial reward. They provide solid advice on what works—and what doesn't— when it comes to training, equipment, marketing, publicity, and pricing formulas. If you've ever dreamed of owning your own business, this book should be your first investment.

SYNOPSIS

IntroductionPart I. Home-Based Business Considerations1. Before You Start Your Business2. Choosing the Best Business for You3. Your Business Plan 4. Franchises and DistributorshipsPart II. 101 Best BusinessesSpecial Event Services1. Balloon Decorating2. Gift Baskets3. Gift Reminder Service4. Party and Event Planner5. Party Rentals6. Reunion Planning7. Videotaping Service8. Wedding Planner and ConsultantHome Services9. Cleaning: Blinds10. Cleaning: Carpets and Rugs11. Cleaning: Homes and Apartments12. Estate Sales13. Garage Sales14. Housesitting15. Interior Design16. Lampshades17. Referral Service18. Wallpapering and Painting19. Welcoming ServicePersonal Services20. Child Care21. Credit Counseling22. Special Dating Service23. Elder Care Services24. Errand Service25. Financial Consultant26. Image Consulting Service27. Inventory Service28. Personal Salon Services29. Professional Organizer30. R￯﾿ﾽsum￯﾿ﾽ Writing Service31. Shopping Service32. Tutoring ServiceHealth Services33. Home Health Care34. Medical Claims Processing35. Personal Fitness Trainer36. Personal Weight Management Consultant37. ReflexologistSewing ServicesSewing Resources38. Alterations39. Costumes40. Curtains, Draperies, and Shades41. Custom Apparel42. Custom Cushions and Pillows43. Patterns44. UpholsteryPet Services45. Pet Grooming46. Pet Sitting47. Pet TransportationBusiness-to-Business Services48. Answering Service49. Billing Service50. Bookkeeping51. Business Consultant/Coach52. Business and Office Support Services53. Business Plan Consultant54. Business Writing55. Consultant for Home-Based Businesses56. Information Broker57. Janitorial Service58. Medical Billing Services59. Medical Transcribing60. Process Server61. Professional Practice Consultant62. Temporary Help Service63. Video Production Services/Multimedia Production ServicesEntertainment Businesses64. Children's Parties65. Clowning66. Novelty Message Service67. School Programs, Assemblies, and Presentations68. Tour Services69. Toy and Game InventorGreen BusinessesGreen Resources70. Environmentally Concerned Businesses71. Flowerscaping Service72. Garden Consulting73. Growing Herbs74. Plant Maintenance Service75. WreathsCraft BusinessesCraft Resources76. Airbrush Art77. Calligraphy78. Candles79. Chair Caning, Rushwork, and Weaving80. Dollhouses81. Framing82. Furniture Art83. Greeting Cards84. Jewelry85. Photography86. Silk and Fabric Flower and Plant ArrangingComputer BusinessesComputer Resources87. Computer Consulting88. Graphic Artist/Designer89. Newsletter Publisher (Desktop)90. Newspaper Publisher (Desktop)Food-Related Businesses91. Catering92. Food Delivery Service93. Just Desserts94. Selling a Family RecipeOther Businesses 95. Engraving96. Finding Service97. Freelance Writing98. Home Art or Music School99. Mail Order100. Sign-Painting Business101. Tax Preparation ServicePart III. Additional ResourcesIndex

FROM THE CRITICS

Library Journal

More women than men start new businesses annually, since women enjoy the flexibility and ease of child care that working at home provides. Huff, a business journalist and author (Home-Based Business Ideas for Women, Pilot, 1993), enumerates 101 business opportunities to women found in traditional areas. Each listing includes information on start-up costs and financing sources, pricing guidelines, marketing methods, equipment, necessary education/training or experience, income potential, and information sources. Huff begins the book with short sections on selecting a business, developing a business plan, and understanding franchises and distributorship. While this title is informative, numerous recent books are available on this topic, from Lionel Fisher's On Your Own (LJ 1/95) to Daryl Allen's 1101 Businesses You Can Start from Home (Wiley, 1995). A marginal purchase for those public libraries with an adequate collection in this area.-Kathy Shimpock-Vieweg, O'Connor-Cavanagh Lib., Phoenix, Ariz.

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