For some people, 2020 has unexpectedly brought to reality the idea of working from home. True, work from home (or WFH) may come with its challenges, but there are definite blessings as well. One of the benefits of having a remote job is…obviously…the ability to take it with you! For military spouses, this can be the perfect answer to a busy life filled with frequent moves and new surroundings. Our Barksdale AFB housing solutions can be the environment you need to survive and thrive while adjusting to the Shreveport area and managing a small business.
What does it take to run a small business?
Owning a small business isn’t for the faint of heart. It takes dedication & perseverance. In addition, entrepreneurs have to have a willingness to face their fears and try something. But entrepreneurship also offers a lot of flexibility…something that’s ideal for military families on the go.
If you’re a military spouse with a loved one in the Air Force, you may want to consider starting a business from home. Consider the following questions as you think about becoming an entrepreneur:
- What are you most passionate about / enjoy doing?
- What types of skillsets could you offer to potential clients? In other words, do you have a degree in Sales or years of experience working in Accounting? This can contribute to your choice of employment, but doesn’t have to limit it. After all, online education options such as the University of Phoenix or others can give you the skills you need to move forward in a new area of interest.
- Do you and your significant other have children? If so, what are their ages? Again, this doesn’t have to limit you, but will be a factor as you consider working from home.
- In the same vein, do you have pets? Here at Shreveport Bossier Corporate Housing, we welcome pets into many of our rentals. Your dog or cat can make work a lot more fun, but don’t forget about the potential for distractions.
- How much money do you need to make? By staying in off-base housing, you may be able to save some of your Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) back for other expenses. Any extra income provided by a second job can be that much more helpful for family purchases.
- What kinds of equipment will you need to do your job? Ideally, your job should be something easily portable. After all, the point is to make it easy for you to take your job to this and the next PCS. Computer work is the simplest to move from place to place and offers a wide range of opportunities from graphic design to clerical work and more. Of course, compact crafting ventures such as jewelry or sewing are also options.
But what if you already have a successful small business? Congrats! As a small business owner herself, Debi works hard to ensure her Barksdale AFB housing offers the ideal setting for your family. Our condos are fully furnished for your comfort and feature an area with a desk, office chair and HP or Epson printer. If you need any other office supplies, check out a local Office Depot in Shreveport or Bossier City LA. Want a quick snack between Zoom meetings or phone calls? Head to the kitchen, complete with all the utensils, kitchen equipment and fridge space you’ll need. We even put a coffee maker and Keurig machine in each rental so you can get a caffeine fix in the mornings without leaving home.
Our Shreveport Area Barksdale AFB Housing
Convenience, comfort and flexibility are all words that describe our Barksdale AFB housing solutions. Contact Debi today to learn more about how your small business and family needs can work with what we offer. We look forward to serving you!
Sources: https://www.military.com/pcs/5-reasons-to-live-off-base.html, https://www.militaryspouse.com/military-life/the-giant-list-of-military-spouse-owned-businesses/, https://www.sba.gov/blog/entrepreneurship-military-spouses, https://www.militaryfamily.org/heres-what-you-need-to-know/, https://scholarships.militaryfamily.org/spouse-owned-business-funding/
