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Working from home with the kiddies this summer holiday

July 26, 2018 By in Freelancing/Self-employed, Kids Section Tags: , , , , , , , 16 Comments

The kiddies had their graduation ceremony from pre school last week, and are finally off to Big School this September. We are looking forward to the exciting changes, and we can’t wait but for now, it is the summer holidays. I work from home, so working during the day with the kiddies are around is always very tricky. I do most of my work when they are in school and when they are asleep. But with the 6 weeks summer holidays, I have to be able to do some work during the day.

I love the flexibility of my work and being able to care for my kids while making living. So since I am unable to take 6 weeks off work, I have to make this working from home thing work for the next 6 weeks. My business grows and grows every year. Which means I am a lot more busy this year, than I was last year, which means more work.

 

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So how do I plan to work from home this summer holiday, here are some ways –

 

Focus on what needs to be done

I am going to be focus on what needs to be done and make sure it is done. There won’t be any room for goofing around online when I am supposed to be working. Not that I do much of that, but with time being so precious these next few weeks, I will be focusing 100% on work while I work. There will be no room for distractions.

 

Plan my schedule

I will need to plan my schedule for the next few weeks in order to get work done quicker. Knowing what needs to be done well in advance helps me stay focused, which is why planning a schedule works extremely well. I don’t have to spend minutes/hours going through emails to decide on what needs to be done urgently.

 

Plan my outgoings

If you work for yourself, you have to keep an eye on your money. Keeping a watchful eye on my outgoings is very important especially in the next few weeks, as I can’t predict how much work I will be able to get done. Knowing where my money goes and having my money work hard for me is crucial. So no unnecessary spending this period. Like most families, we have important bills that need to be paid every month, like the mortgage, council tax, and other utility bills. Which means we have to watch every penny.

We own our home and that comes with a responsibility. Money needs to be set aside for unforeseen circumstances with regards to our home maintaimace. We have spent quite a few hundreds of pounds on home repairs already this year, which can be frustrating when money is tight. The only thing keeping me going is the fact that I know our home is definitely an investment, and every penny we spend on it goes towards our investment. Sunlife has a great calculator for home owners to check how much their property has increased in value.  I like to check the value of our home from time to time, just so I know money spent on home repairs and improvements are not in vain.

 

Do you work from home? Do you have kids? How will you be getting work done this summer holidays?

 

*Collaborative post.

 

 

 

6 Perfect Gifts For Your Wife When You’re Low on Budget

July 23, 2018 By in Beauty, Fashion Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , 16 Comments

The phrase “happy wife, happy life” has some reality to it. The relation between a husband and wife is bonded by love and happiness. This bond is further strengthened when one makes sure that their wife wears a smile every time on her face.

Gifts are hands down the number one reason to make a wife happy. This is not because of the material aspect of things. But because gifts show that you truly love someone and think of them in your free time.

You do not have to wait for a special day to buy something for your wife. You can surprise her by giving her what she loves without a reason as love should be the only reason to give someone a gift.

There is a wide array of gifts that you can select for your better half, however, things become difficult when you’re on a low-budget. But there is no need to worry as there are some affordable options available on the market.

You do not have to spend thousands to get your wife a nice gift. This article will introduce you to some of the most affordable yet amazing gifts that you can choose for your wife.

Without much ado, let’s have a look at six gifts for your wife when you are low on budget:

 

Pair Of Earrings

It’s rare for any woman to not like jewellery, and because they are inexpensive, they can be the perfect gift for your wife when you are on a low-budget.

 

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According to the trend nowadays, oversized earrings are gradually fading out of the picture and more delicate and small earrings are into play. Therefore, selecting small colorful hoops is your best bet as your wife can wear them everyday and look amazing.

A pair of earrings can cost between $10 to $30. However, some expensive options are also available based on the material used as gold, silver and diamond is more expensive.

 

Facemask

Almost all women hate to have a skin that’s dull-looking, dehydrated and weary which is why they turn to facemask treatments to get their faces nourished. However, the cost of visiting a parlor and getting facial treatment is expensive. Why not surprise your wife by giving her a facemask as a gift?

 

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However, this requires a bit of homework. You need to pick a facemask that suits the skin of your wife. Also, choose one that is loaded with essential ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, peptides, aloe vera, chamomile to hydrate, Chinese licorice and vitamin B to detoxify.

Facemasks cost between £15 to £30, but make sure to pick it from a reliable store as some fake products are also out there.

 

Nail Polish

Most woman loves to flaunt their big and sharp nails and a lavish looking nail color can add more beauty to it. If your wife is the kind of person who wants to stay dressed up and well-groomed all the time then this small gift can do big wonders.

 

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Choose a brand that your wife adores and surprise her today. Nail polishes are cheap and can be bought between $8 to $20.

 

Bracelet

Choose a bracelet that has her name on it to make it more than just a gift. You don’t need to go for expensive ones, some affordable bracelets can be picked for as low as $15.

 

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Earphones

Buying quality earphones for your wife will let her relax and enjoy music while she’s doing house chores or sitting idle. Ideally, pick wireless earphones so she does not have to deal with the hassle of wires. They can be bought or as low as $15.

 

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Customized Necklace

Give your wife a customized necklace with her name  decorated on it. It is a nice gift that shows you actually thought about it.

 

What do you think of these gifts?

 

*Collaborative post.

Running your blog as a business

July 15, 2018 By in Blogging Tips Tags: , , , , , , , , , , 63 Comments

Many people are gobsmacked when I tell them I earn a full-time living wage from Fashion and Style Police. It makes no sense to them how I can earn money writing on this blog. They wonder how it can be possible to earn anything tangible as a blogger working from home. Well, if you are one of these people struggling to understand how bloggers make money, then you are on the right blog. It is very possible to make good money from your blog. I know this because I am one of those bloggers fortunate enough to make money from blogging.

In other to make money as a blogger, you have to run your blog as a business. Running your blog as a business means you have to publish quality articles on the regular. It also means you have to charge the right prices when approached by brands and PRs. So how do you go about these? Let’s start with charging the right fees first.

 

Mind on the money

 

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Now this media kit above is an old kit but it still works. Every blogger should have a media kit that clearly outlines what services you offer and why brands should work with you. I have had a few brands ask for a media kit so it is quite handy to have. You could also include your rates on your media kit if you wish but I rather not as my fees vary from campaign to campaign.

So what should you be charging? That is a question only you can answer. No one else can tell you what to charge because our circumstances all vary. I always have a figure I want to earn every month in my head and that figure guides what I charge every brand. Also, I have a minimum fee in my head that I can’t go below. This helps me get rid of time wasters that want to pay me $20 for a job worth $200. Knowing what to charge happens once you know your worth. It takes time but if you have a business mindset, you would get there quicker than others.

 

Ignore your competition

I know this goes against everything we have been taught by the business gurus but trust me on this one. When it comes to blogging, variety is truly the spice of life. You don’t want to be like any other blogger but yourself if you intend to turn your blog into a business. You have to stand out from the rest of the crowd and you can only do so if you ignore your competition and focus on your focus.

Ignoring your competition means focusing on publishing quality content on your blog and social media platforms. It means following like minds and making friends with the bloggers you get on so you are not isolated. But it also means you don’t spend the whole day stalking your blogger role models on Instagram or Twitter, and trying to be them. It means not copying their fashion sense or writing style. It means being true to yourself. You can get inspiration from those in your niche you admire and stay in your lane at the same time!

 

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Focus on the content

Content is king, let no one deceive you. Everything else works on the back of good content. If your content is not up to scratch, your dreams of making money from your blog may never become a reality. What makes a content good? Good content to me informs, educates or entertains. It is written in good clear English, with a captivating writing tone. Good content has great photography and usually gets people talking.

 

Remember to register as self-employed with HMRC once you start making money from your blog. It is the law in the UK.

Thanks for reading and please drop any tips, suggestions or questions you may have in the comments section below.

Have a great week ahead.

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