I know this is a little off the beaten track, but we are always happy to promote activities that will benefit homeschool families.
Here’s a message from Dixie from Celebrating Art :
Hi!
We have three contests that we would be delighted to see on your website. Each year we have several homeschoolers accepted in our contests [...]
Here’s a new idea for entrepreneurial curriculum!
Thought I’d share this video of what one very industrious 16 year old is doing. Starting out as a school project, it’s on wheels and he has great plans for its future. It’s interesting.
What an idea for a home school project – especially if your teen is interesting in [...]
For those of you who have not seen this video on our website, yet, enjoy.
If you know a homeschool family that could help up create a video like this for homeschool entrepreneurs, please contact me at deb@homeschoolent.com. Thanks!
**FYI-we are NOT selling the product they mention at the end, it’s just the most inspirational video for [...]
Darren Rowse just published a video offering you some practical ideas on how you can transition your blog into a business. There are 3 case studies and down-to-earth advice on how you can do the same. What a great project for the new school year!
So many lists, so little time. The most asked question is “What can I do to make money online?” So many homeschoolers live in rural areas and find traditional home businesses difficult to start. The internet has really changed the game, but the rules are constantly changing. I found that ‘Answering Surveys’ as one of [...]
I recently read on Momma’s Choice about a family-owned website that consists exclusively of useful items invented by parents. If you have an invention that you have developed, then you will want to contact Inventive Parent.com and see if they will offer your product along with the other quality inventions they present online. At least [...]
One of the more difficult aspects to starting a retail business is finding true wholesalers. While there are services like Doba and others, sourcing out good suppliers is an ongoing task for every new business owner. That’s why I wanted to share this resource I really just stumbled on quite by accident, and since I [...]
Investopedia is an outstanding website for your older teen if they are interested in anything to do with finance. Even if they’re NOT interested, starting them out with their own stock portfolio and $100,000 to play with might get them interested! Of course, if you don’t have $100,000 to let them play with, then maybe [...]
I found this list of 14 games on Sparkplugging, a website that you’ll find more great information about starting a home business. Started by Wendy Piersall, it was originally a website just for moms starting a business, but when she realized that the bulk of her readers were men, she changed her look to accommodate [...]
Selling used books on Amazon isn’t the money maker it was a few years ago. When we first started listing used books on Amazon in 1999, you didn’t need a large inventory of books to make a nice part time income. Now, there are so many sellers selling GOOD books for a penny it’s difficult [...]
What’s your passion? What is it that you could do all day and not get tired of doing? When you go to a bookstore, what books do you go to first? What is the first things your friends associate you with? (are you the fix-it guy, fashion diva, or the soccer maniac?)
I firmly believe that [...]
Here’s yet another great post I know will be very helpful to all of you that are trying to get your blog off the ground. How to get started in blogging is probably the #1 question I get, while the answer is one of the toughest. It’s difficult to put your finger on one aspect [...]
“I love lemonade!” is the anthem you’ll hear on Lemonade Day in 12 U.S. cities. It’s a day this year where 100,000 youth entrepreneurs will burst forth onto neighborhood sidewalks, golf courses, parks and anywhere customers will reach for a glass of the fresh-squeezed thirst quencher.
Through Lemonade Day, youth ages 3 to 18 start their [...]
The theory is great – teach your kids the basics of business, along with integrity in the marketplace, Christian principles and make some money in the process by starting a home business. You solve the time issue by making it a part of their school. Great. So what business should they start?
Stereotype jobs for teens [...]
I discovered a book today that we’ve had outside in our bookshop for awhile that could be a golden nugget for the eclectic homeschooler – or the writing-challenged entrepreneur. It’s call Business Writing Quick & Easy, by Laura Brill. Looking through it thoroughly, I found it ideal to use as a textbook to teach business [...]
College students are often stereo typed as many things, but business owners are not usually one of them. However, more and more young entrepreneurs are making it big thanks to the internet and modern technology. Dell and Facebook are well known dorm room start-ups, but can you guess the other eight? Here they are:
FedEx – [...]
Maddie Bradshaw had started middle school and wanted some magnets for her new locker, but found nothing that she really liked. She decided to create some of her own from some bottle cap tops from her uncle’s old fashioned Coke machine. Her friends loved them, and the rest is history. Now they are not only [...]
Recently, I was asked by a reader how they could increase traffic to their blog. When I asked them what their Alexa rating was, they had no idea what an Alexa rating was. They aren’t alone. Judging by the Alexa rank of many *good* websites, I’m guessing that it’s a mystery to most. If you are [...]
Word has it that Poppin Joe’s Kettle Korn is some of the best tasting kettle corn you’ll find, made with only the finest ingredients. In four flavors, it can be found at fairs, festivals, events, convenience stores, online, and even Walmart! You find all the places to buy this outstanding kettle corn by going to [...]
I know, there is so much online about how to blog and grow your blog that it will make your head spin. That’s exactly why I just updated a 3-part series on how to make money blogging. One thing I decided when I started out online several years ago was if I ever figured it [...]
Sprouter.com is a hot new online networking tool focused entirely on entrepreneurs, primarily those in the start-up phase. Still in it’s early stages, it’s much slower paced than Twitter. (that’s a good thing, I think) I know, you wouldn’t have guessed that by the warp speed the screen cast narrator talks, would you?
The conversations have [...]
There is no doubt that coming up with the right idea for your home business is absolutely the most difficult part of starting a business. It also goes without saying that it’s the most critical decision you will make, too. So how do you decide on what will work?
Researching your idea
It takes a great deal [...]
Have you ever made a tent? Probably not. You may have put one up in your backyard or even gone camping and put one up. However, actually making one…well, that’s not something 99% of us would know the first thing about. You would know, if you have done your Bible study, that Paul would make [...]
Watching TV is not always what most parents think of when they think of educating their children, but I personally believe it can be a very educational way of spending an hour or two. Finding educational shows is the tricky part. I love documentaries, and biographies have to be my favorite, especially biographies of entrepreneurs. [...]
This post was inspired when one of our readers wrote and let me know about an excellent article she had recently written, 50 Field Trip Ideas For Homeschoolers. If you scroll all the way down to #49 (!), you will notice the suggestion for a field trip visiting a local entrepreneur and having them ‘show [...]
When I received the July/August 2010 issue of Inc Magazine, I could hardly contain the excitement when I read their feature article, “Bring On The Entrepreneurs! Our highly practical, eminently doable, totally reasonable plan to revitalize the American dream and create thousands (upon thousands) of new companies and millions of new jobs”. Why the excitement? [...]
I just spent way too much time trying to figure out the best international shipping options for book sellers on Amazon, and thought I’d redeem that time by sharing the results with you. Selling books on Amazon is great for making a little money on the side at home, but it’s become increasingly difficult to [...]
If you have been reading this blog for long, you know that one of my favorite entrepreneurial blogs is Business Opportunities.biz. Written by Dane Carlsen, a Christian homeschool dad, you will find a endless supply of ideas and useful information for starting a home business. Today’s post, “Please Sir, Don’t Kill My Dream” is a [...]
The family business. Has somewhat of a ring to it, doesn’t it? I don’t mean the ‘ding’ you hear at a boxing match, either. It’s a dream of 82% of Americans to have their own business. It usually includes the hope of at least one other family member being a part of it, too. However, [...]
The United States Constitution protects our right to free speech vigorously, so unless you write a very popular blog that someone wants to take down, your chances of being sued are slim. However, most writers want to comply to avoid any potential problems and . . . well, it’s just the right thing to do. [...]
If you haven’t heard Dave Ramsey yet, or read any of his materials, you are in for a treat. Entertaining to listen to, Dave Ramsey has a ‘no tolerance’ approach to debt. My son-in-law introduced us to his material almost 10 years ago and we own and promote most of his material. Some people don’t [...]
If you haven’t discovered Blogtrepreneur yet, you will want to sign up for their updates. Their ideas and information are as fresh and clean as their blog design. A few days ago they posted a list of 10 Inspiring Young Entrepreneurs that you will want to read. I was really surprised to learn the author [...]
About a year ago we published an article from JuniorBiz.com, Look at Junior Biz For 18 Good Teen Business Ideas. Since then, Nick Tart’s blog has grown tremendously. Now you can find over 100 ideas and they are arranged in what I think was very clever and helpful, too. His most recent post was The [...]
This morning I received a letter from Becky Longoria, one of the owners of our homeschool umbrella school, that deeply touched my heart. This letter also inspired me to encourage any current or future entrepreneur to actively think about what truly inspires you and how your business can reflect your faith in a tangible [...]
Susan and Karen Weckler are two sisters that took something they know and love and created a business with purpose. That’s a pretty amazing feat considering they are only 10 and 12 years old. They also homeschool. Featured on the front page of their local newspapers, they have even made it onto TV. Be sure [...]
-by Janice Campbell from Janice-Campbell.com
As most of you know, I have enjoyed several microbusinesses throughout my life, and I believe they can be great learning experiences for teens. With the economy in its present disturbed state, I believe that a microbusiness can be helpful to any family.
What is a Microbusiness?
A microbusiness is a very small [...]
One in five children is sexually solicited over the Internet, according to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. Aside from that frightening statistic, reading stories about innocent young children accidentally viewing unmentionable images simply because they misspelled an URL is reason enough to be sure you have controls in place.
I love the internet. [...]
This video will make you think…and be grateful that you homeschool!
Comments, anyone? What do you think is the most important component of education?
Adding a home business to an already full schedule seems insane to some people, yet when I refer back to my posted goals and purpose, it makes perfect sense. In addition to extra funds for curriculum and field trips, a home business helps us achieve our educational goals, too. Preparing children to live productively in [...]
Global Entrepreneurs Institute, GEI, is a certified faith-based, mentoring training course through La Red Business Network. GEI is a specialized one year course using the 40 La Red principles and La Red Kingdom Concept booklets during the year with an experienced GEI coach. This course will take you deep into the meaning of what it [...]
I mentioned in our last post (the Mountain Movers Conference for Christian Entrepreneurs) that I had more to share on one of the speakers mentioned there. Dr. Jerry Anderson, President of LaRed Business Network, has a website you will want to check out very soon. I believe the original intent of LaRed was to serve [...]
Mountain Movers Conference from Catch The Fire on Vimeo.
Mountain Movers Conference is a conference to inspire integral Christian values and purpose in business. This would be an ideal conference to attend with your teen entrepreneurs, or better, the entire family.
Mountain Movers Conference is hosted by Catch The Fire Toronto and is focused on the 7 [...]
Have you listed your local business on Google yet? If you have a local business, you can list it free of charge. You know, the list of area businesses that displays when you search locally on Google? Your business can show up on that list and it doesn’t cost a thing!
How To Get Your Business [...]
I just signed up for Mind Tools newsletter, which offered to send me “New Career Skills” twice a month along with a personal development planning workbook they say is worth $19.99. Their tagline is “Essential skills for an excellent career“, but it looks to me like so much more.
Leadership skills, problem solving, decision making, project [...]
Once again, (see below) the police were called on two teens that were selling cupcakes and other treats to make some extra money. This happened in Chappaqua, NY and the kids were 13 year old Andrew DeMarchis and Kevin Graff.
This story was just released today by Associated Press, and while it was reported by many [...]
Springwise has been one of our favorite stops for business ideas (along with our all time favorite, Dane Carlsen’s Business Opportunities, a blog you must sign up for updates from!) and we have cited ideas from Springwise here several times before as a great place to fuel your entrepreneurial dreams. Actually, it’s probably more like [...]
In our last post we mentioned some unique ideas and food for thought from Springwise for your entrepreneurial urges, but forgot to mention several of the new businesses from Springwise that offer business or start up help. I’ve really noticed that business services and any sort of help you can offer to new or established [...]
Learning practical money skills seems to be one of those things that most of us have learned through trial and error. ( Emphasis on error). I believe that more public schools are now incorporating practical financial education into their curriculum, and there are even a few relevant homeschool curricula that are worthy of consideration. However, [...]
I never want to promote buying anything that you can’t afford, or don’t need….but when it’s time to purchase those items you’ve been considering for awhile, Cyber Monday is the time to take action! Here’s the best deals we have found for Homeschooling Entrepreneurs:
Well, the first steal of a deal is the Toshiba Satellite Laptop [...]
It seems that helping our children develop good habits is one of the best things we can do for them. In training your young entrepreneurs, goal setting is a critical skill for efficient business management.
I would guess that the most of you have heard of Dave Ramsey, and if you haven’t, you will love his teachings on ‘Financial Freedom’. Almost 10 years ago we met with his agency and it changed our life. So much of what he teaches you will probably already know, but haven’t really applied to [...]
You all know that I highly recommend all of Darren Rowse’s materials if you want to succeed as a blogger, and his website is a goldmine of information. I recently came across this video that I wanted to share with you:
Please share with us any ideas or (secrets) you might have to making money online [...]
I just came across an excellent blog post on http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com that I plan on incorporating into my Entrepreneurship 101 course for it’s educational value.
The author of this blog is very talented with creating visually appealing content as you will see when you visit. However, it’s not only a beautiful blog, but I was very impressed [...]
One of the most impressive teen entrepreneur stories has been Ashley Qualls, who made $2700 from Adsense her first month online-$5000 her 2nd month, and $10,000 her 3rd month. She gave away her product, but the traffic was so high, she made more than she ever would have imagined simply by placing those little Adsense [...]
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Forest Graves was laid off unexpectedly from his job, and didn’t know what to do. Together with his wife they decided to do what they had always wanted to do: start a coffee business. As coffee lovers, they were always on the search for the perfect cup of coffee [...]
Starting a restaurant in 24 hours is pretty unrealistic, but on the show, 24 Hour Restaurant Battle, it’s the goal of the show to accomplish this. If opening a restaurant is your dream then watching this show would be extremely helpful. Naturally, it would be unwise to try it in such a time frame, but [...]
These Kids Mean Business is a website spawned out of a documentary aired on August 31, 2007. Unfortunately, I couldn’t find a place that it can be viewed online, but maybe YOU can! The website has many useful resources, and practical lesson plans for teachers. Watch the videos, and check out the lesson plans here [...]
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Feel overwhelmed with business paperwork? Don’t know where to start? An online accounting program is basically “plug and play” and can get you cleaned up in no time. Many of these are free or have a free 30 day trial.
If you’ve been thinking of starting an online business, then you are not alone. Starting an online business is a very broad subject, but like retailing, you may have a wide variety of options to choose from but there are basics you MUST know. Choosing the right niche, packaging it to appeal to your target [...]
Ok, I know this is blatant advertising, but I just had to do this after everything that has happened.
You may have noticed a while back if you visited my blog that there was this horribly ominous red warning blocking you from entering this site-and posted by no other than the all powerful OZ, uh, I [...]
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Blogs For Entrepreneurs
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Teaching business
- 10 Inspiring Young Entrepreneurs
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- 3 Money Lessons Your Children Must Know
- 5 Sources For Free Business Curriculum
- A Vision of Students Today
- Create Your Own Business Course
- Do Kids Need To File Taxes?
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- Free Typing Course
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