The Birth of a Successful Internet
Business Part two of ten -- Tools of the Trade
By Shelley Lowery
An important part of developing a successful Internet
business is setting up your office space. Whether you
operate your business from an office building or out of
your home, having your own "space" is an essential part of
your success.
Your office space should be used exclusively for your
business and be set up to best suit your needs.
Below, are some suggestions to assist you in setting up
your office:
Desk and Chair
When selecting a desk for your office, make sure you get a
desk that is specifically designed for a computer.
Computer desks provide plenty of room for your monitor, a
cabinet for your computer case, a shelf for your printer,
and a slide out shelf for your keyboard.
When selecting a chair for your desk, keep in mind, you'll
be sitting in this chair for many hours. Make sure it is
very comfortable and that you try it out before you buy
it.
Take your time and select a desk and chair that you'll be
very comfortable with. If you don't, you may find that
you're straining yourself in one form or another (back,
neck, arms, etc.), which will result in poor work
performance.
Computer Equipment
If you haven't purchased a computer, make sure you
purchase one that will grow with you. If you don't, you'll
find that you'll either have to upgrade your system or
purchase another one a few years down the road.
In addition, make sure you purchase your computer from a
reputable company that will provide you with quality
customer support.
Printer
When selecting a printer, you will basically have two
options -- laser or ink jet. You should select a printer
depending on your needs. If you'll be doing a large amount
of printing and speed and high quality are important, your
best option will be a laser printer. Laser printers
produce better quality black text than most ink jet
printers, and are much faster. However, an ink jet will
enable you to print in color, which is a big advantage.
Another important consideration is the printer's
resolution. The resolution determines the print quality,
and refers to the number of dots per inch on a page -- the
higher, the better. Most printers today support a 600 x
600 dpi resolution that will produce a good quality for
most print jobs. Keep in mind, although a printer may
support as high as a 1200 x 1200 dpi (dots per inch), you
most likely won't notice any quality difference, when
compared with a 600 x 600 dpi, with most print jobs.
Scanner
A scanner will enable you to scan photographs and
documents into your computer. For example, if you'd like
to place a photograph of yourself or your products on your
website, a scanner will make it possible.
Fax Machine
With today's advanced technology, you can use your
computer to send and receive faxes. All you'll need is a
telephone line, fax modem and software.
Digital Camera
A digital camera will enable you to take pictures of your
products, or whatever you'd like, and transfer them into
your computer. They provide a great way to create your own
images for your website or product development.
Telephone
A business line will enable your customers to contact you.
Even if you're using your telephone line to connect to the
Internet, most phone services now offer voice mail. Voice
mail will enable your callers to leave a message while
you're connected to the Internet. There are also software
programs and devices that will enable you to take calls
while you're connected to the Internet.
Filing Cabinet
A filing cabinet will enable you to organize your
paperwork such as your receipts, tax information, and
business records.
In addition to the basic office equipment, you'll also
need to stock up on some supplies:
• Pens
• Pencils
• Pencil Holder
• Pencil Sharpener
• Address/Phone Book
• Business Cards
• Note Pads
• Envelopes
• Printer Paper
• Ink Cartridges
• Log Books Files
• Excedrin Migraine, Motrin IB, Advil, Tylenol or whatever
your favorite headache medicine may be. You're going to
need it:)
Take your time and set up your office according to your
budget. Start out with the essentials such as a computer
and an Internet connection. You can add additional
equipment and supplies as you go.
Setting up your office space is an essential part of your
success. Not only will it designate a specific area as
your business space, but it will also provide you with
some added motivation to work towards accomplishing your
dreams.
Copyright © Shelley Lowery
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