Have you ever dreamed of starting your own home-based business? Of being your own boss? Have you been hesitant to put your business plans into action? For many people in this economy, doing so is more a necessity than an option. With How to Start a Home-Based Business, you can plan out your business step-by-step instead of patching it together in a hurry and taking unnecessary risks. Here are all the necessary tools and success strategies you need to launch and grow your business-whatever your specialty. Bert Holtje and Susan Shelly share their experiences and advice on everything you need to know. Learn how to develop a business plan, estimate your start- up costs, price your services, and stay profitable once you're in business. Read all about getting clients and referrals, outshining the competition, bidding competitively, establishing your daily schedule, organizing your business, getting paid, and much more.