One of the best things about working online is that it offers a sense of freedom. There is no boss breathing down your neck, no nosey coworkers snooping on you, and you can decide when it's time for you to take a break. However, this freedom can also be counterproductive. Do you ever sit and your computer and wonder "I know I should be working but I don't know what to do." ? Maybe your day looks like this: You wake up and complete your morning routine Then you start your off your work day by checking your email You decide to browse the forums for the latest messages You check your email again You complete one task Now it's time for a break Browse the forums again You look at the clock and notice that it is 4 o'clock You ask yourself how could you spend a whole day doing nothing.This is quite a common scenario when you are managing an online business. Just because it seems like you've done all you can that doesn't make it true. My mother used to tell me that there is always work to be done, and she was right. If you think there is nothing to do have you tried: Analyzing your website stats to see where your traffic is coming from Planning an angle for your next press release Evaluating what you want to accomplish and by what date Considering how you can make your website better Reading material that is going to help your business grow (be sure to take notes!) If all else fails and you are 100% sure that there is absolutely nothing for you to do perhaps you should consider adding another venture to your plate. |
