Stress Free Mama

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What are your Tips to Kick Start a Business?

Hi Julia,

You had mentioned in your post that you’d have some tips about how to kick start a business. I’m currently looking into possibly selling essential oils. I have been part of an mlm in the past, but wasn’t successful for one because I wasn’t passionate about the product (makeup), and two because I’m also not the type to solicit people until they run in the other direction. I’d love to hear some tips!

Thanks!

-Andrea

Hi Andrea,

You’re right, it’s important to find the products that make you feel passionate.  What is equally important is being passionate about running a business.

Before I begin, let’s talk about business in general.
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How Can I Stop Shoulders from Aching When I Work on the Computer?

Dear Julia,

When I type on my computer, my shoulders begin to ache.  By the end of the day, I’m really in pain.  I don’t know if this is from the stress of my job or from my desk, but either way, I need some pain relief.

Do you have any suggestions for me?

Thanks.

I know that feeling.  Sometimes my neck and shoulders ache all the way down between my should blades.  It can be painful to turn my head.

There can be many reasons for this pain, from poor ergonomics to a stressful work environment to gritting your teeth to suppress what you wish you would say.  Without knowing more about the specifics of your situation, I can only give you general tips to try. [Read more…]