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Stocking up on Office Supplies

When people think of “stocking up” during time of economic uncertainty, they often think in terms of food and basic household staples. If you are into preparing for the future or getting good prices by buying things in bulk, you might consider applying the same strategy to your home business. Recently, I purchased several ink cartridges for my computer printer. I decided to stock up and purchase a few of each color so that I could get a discount and would have a goodly supply. I also discovered that the shipping is cheaper overall ordering things in bulk like that. … Continue reading →

Make it Last…Or Buy New

I used to work with a client who was very thrifty—they were constantly making do with second-hand equipment and counting every piece of paper and paperclip. It was a great lesson for me in learning when it is good and beneficial for the business to be careful and thrifty, and when it costs more to keep using outdated equipment and supplies than to just purchase new ones. None of us is particularly fond of expenses in our home businesses. We know full well that expenses eat into our profit and affect our bottom line. But, the thing is, we are … Continue reading →