Stop Passing The Buck, 20 Things You Do And Don’t Want To Do
When You Work At Home There Is No One To Pass The Buck To
We’ve all heard the term “stop passing the buck” at one time or another in our lifetime. To define the phrase is to “Evade responsibility by passing it on to someone else“. When you work at home there is no one else to blame; so, the proverbial buck stops with YOU.
You’ve already learned the first 8 secret tips to successfully work at home. Now it’s time to share how those 20 things you do and don’t want to do will help you to stop passing the buck! It’s not as easy as it looks…
- No calling in sick – you’re Chief Cook & Bottle-washer now
- No more finger pointing it’s all on you
- You realize you call all the shots – the lump in your throat does go away eventually after you take full responsibility for all decisions, successes and failures
- You are the secretary – take notes on all phone calls
- There is no IT Department – you must back up the computer regularly or risk losing your data forever. I think Darth Vader is using his mental telepathy pulling it to the black hole
- When marketers call do not buy everything they are selling. Think like a multi-millionaire thinks – do I need it, will I use it, will it make my business money
- Under promise, over deliver
- Speak in the third party you are a growing business (even if it’s in your own mind)
- The computer is not for game playing, it’s now a valuable business asset, treat it as such
- Invest in quality tools to get the job done. Cheap buys you problems & costs you money
- Do your homework before making any business decision. Ask questions, ask for references and take a 24 hour think it over period first
- Think long term sustainability for business not short term income
- Track all numbers
- Be willing to admit your mistakes learn from them
- Do not put all of your eggs in one basket
- Develop back up plan in case be a forward thinker
- Be willing to put it ALL on the line, 100%
- Follow up, follow thru on everything you say you will do
- Market yourself no one else will
- You will make mistakes. This doesn’t mean you’ve failed. Instead it means you are now a work at home, entrepreneur earning while you learn.
Finally, remember this one thing…YOU are creating a future for not only yourself, but the family that counts on you, encourages you and stands beside you through thick and thin. There is no more passing the buck because the buck stops with YOU!
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"Very well put. I've been with a health and nutrition company for over 26 years and I understand exactly what you are going through. I shiver to think what my health might be today at age 68 had I not stuck to my guns as far as practicing what I preach. Yes, I fall off the wagon regularly but my daily routine life reflects taking care of my health. That way I can keep up (somewhat) with my 7 grandchildren. You keep it up, Carla". 
"For most people the thought of venturing out there in pursuit of your dreams, in a place outside of your comfort zones is just what stops them. But I could sense your excitement not resentment in going against the competition. In planting your stake and truly making a difference in the clients experience. That's ultimately what matters, the rest just falls so easily into place. Thanks for that reminder"! 
Carla, I’ve got to say that I LOVE your focus on the joys and challenges facing women over 50. I’m definitely in that camp! I’ve been inspired by your candor, practical ideas, and refreshing determination to joyfully tackle life. The hours we’ve spent on the phone, in person, and through social media have enriched my life immeasurably. YOU are one Fiery Grandma, and I love your style! 
I have known Carla Gardiner for 6+ years. We met at a business training for bring business online. She is a business women at heart and willing to do the hard things to make the results show up. I have watched her run a business, work a job and take care of her family. She is a go getter when it comes to putting in the work to build her business to the level of being able to enjoy her grand kids.
She is the example that age is not a limit it is a tool for sharing knowledge to those she empowers to use their own skills and talents. Excuses are fuel to push her to learn and apply. I have seen her scared to death about implementing new technology and rock it out despite the learning curve.
I love watching you grow into your greatness Carla! Don’t slow down. 
"Carla, you are a model for me to follow. I love your site. And, I like what you have to say - very kind, very gracious. I have to say though that nothing in my life has ever been crystal clear". 
"I've known Carla for 5+ years and can tell you that she has lived every bit of this and more. We shared tears and laughs and hard work....you will enjoy getting to know Carla."
