Do business with Uncle Sam

As a woman business owner, you actually have a leg up on the competition when bidding on lucrative federal contracts. However, before you can bid, you need to get certified as a woman-owned business. Also look for small business grants for women.

I recommend: Discover the ins and outs of doing business with the federal government at Womenbiz.gov and download an application to get certified as a women business enterprise at the National Women Business Owner Corporation .

Telecommuting & Work-At-Home

Most telecommuting or work-from-home opportunities are arranged after employment is secured, not necessarily advertised as such. Any other situation should be considered contract work where you must supply your own office and use your own equipment. If that's the case, then you should declare yourself a self-employed private consultant and establish your own business in the basement or spare bedroom. (more)

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