These days, it’s hard not to find someone who owns a home based business. Many people the world over have started their own home business because the like the flexibility and freedom it brings. With the Internet, the home business industry has really taken off big time. Perhaps you are thinking of starting your own home based business. Maybe you want to quit the 9-5, or just want to be your own boss. Whatever the reasons, you need to follow a blueprint if you want to achieve success. You need steps to follow. 1. Before you even start your home business, do your research and planning first. Is your niche going to be targeting retirees or investors? What kind of products will you sell? Digital or physical? How will you advertise and market your business? All these are questions you must answer before you begin. 2. Plan your working day in advance. Will you still work a 9-5 schedule? Or will you work say an 11-6 schedule? Having your own business gives you the freedom to set any working schedule you want. Stick to the schedule, but give yourself days off if you feel you need it. But remember, you must enjoy your work in business to succeed. That’s why you want to quit your day job right? 3. Educate yourself continuously. If you do business on the Internet, you need to keep track of the latest trends on the ground, both related to technology and those related to your market. This way, you can serve your customers better.