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For decades, the Twin Ports' economic landscape was planted firmly in big business such as manufacturing,

shipping, and mining. Although these trades are still vital to our economy, today's technological advances are

sowing the seeds of a new entrepreneurism that is allowing more people to jump the corporate ship and test the

waters of going into business for themselves. Home-based businesses in our region have emerged from the shadows in

recent years and proven that they can have a measurable impact on a local economy. We spoke with several area

home-based business people about why this impact will continue to grow in coming years. In addition to offering

tips on how to start a home-based business, they also explain why membership in the Chamber of Commerce is even

more important to those who go it alone. Mark Anthony, president of the Home-Based Business Association of

Minnesota, operates an extremely infon-native web site on the subject (www.hbba.org). Anthony believes that Duluth

is ripe for more home-based businesses. He says, "Duluth and the Iron Range are explosive right now in regard to

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"There is still a stigma with home-based businesses among dyed in the wool corporates," begins Anthony. "Just five

years ago, it was like pulling teeth to get someone to admit that they worked out of the home. Now, it's become

almost a status symbol." Perhaps the image of home-based busi ness is improving because more people are realizing

that its contribution to the community is no nickel and dime matter. "Home-based business people spend their money

locally and it adds up to thousands annually," says Anthony. "Cities need to encourage these businesses, because

they help sustain a local tax base." One local entrepreneur who agrees that these businesses are vital to the

economy's health is Ken Nebel, of K.H. Nebel Associates, d/b/a Nebel Financial Services. "If you look at the

statistics, businesses that employ one to five people represent a huge segment of the economy," he states. "A lot

of these businesses are home-based. We are lucky here, because we don't have the zoning restrictions and other

obstacles that home-based business faces in the Cities." Nebel affirms that home-based business people are

strongly committed to their communities and prove that with their spending habits. He says, "I've found that Samls

Club has terrific deals on office equipment. Sam's Club is the home-based-business supplier for Duluth. Its

manager, Jim Caesar, another Chamber memher, is very supportive of the small businessperson." John Pegg started

the Entrepreneurs' Connection organization in Duluth two years ago. "We are definitely growing," Pegg says. "We

have about 100 people on our mailing list and I continue to meet more people who are looking for more options."

Home-based businesses are also changing how larger companies operate. Mary Smestad owns Positive Solutions, and is

a customer service consultant. She points out that more corporations are turning to contract services to protect

their bottom line. "It's a great selling point for my business," explains Smestad, "To tell a company that, by

hiring me on a short-term basis, they save money on taxes, annual salary and benefits. I think home-based

businesses in Duluth will really take off when more companies learn the benefits of using their services." All of

our contacts agree that Chamber membership is not just for storefront businesses and large corporations. "The

smaller the business, the more important Chamber participation is," says Ken Nebel. "My best clients came from

referrals from other Chamber members." Mary Smestad adds, "The networking is so important, and so is the education

about other companies. It's also a great morale boost for me - the Chamber is sort of my cheerleader." If you are

considering starting your own business, heed the seasoned advice of those who have gone before you: get informed

and be prepared. "You're going to be blindsided some months, no matter how good your business plan looks on

paper," says Smestad who attended classes at The University of Minnesota Duluth's (UMD) Center for Business

Development before starting Positive Solutions. "All of the freedom - flexible schedule, being in charge of my own

destiny - comes with a price; you're giving up the security of that monthly paycheck. Discipline and

selfmotivation are key. For every day you take off, there's an 18-hour day to make up for it. Know there's a big

learning curve at first; learning when the slow months will occur, so the next year, you can plan ways to fill

those gaps." Smestad says that the classes at UMD and at Lake Superior College provided her with excellent

preparation and support. Beth Travis-Betts, owner of Art Direction and Advertising agrees. "I took small-business

classes at UMD and at Lake Superior College. You learn how to determine profit and loss statements, how to mark-up

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product, how to register with the State as a business, and how to handle tax issues. In fact, the instructor

actually comes to your house once a month for the first year to assist you with start-up." Travis-Betts explains

why education is so important to a home-based business. "One gets pretty isolated working at home, and these days

you have to keep up with new technology to stay competitive." She also offers a little advice on how to create a

business image without spending a lot of money. "The phone company has resources such as market extension lines.

They allow you to have two numbers, a residential and business phone number, with only one phone line. That way,

you r business can be listed in the Yellow Pages. Home-based businesses have sparked entire industries that cater

to them. Use the Internet to find better rates on fax lines, phone systems, and other tools." Marge Johnson has

operated a management consulting firm out of her North Shore home for four years. She stresses the importance of

research to would-be entrepreneurs. "Be sure there is market demand for what you're doing. Does the market need

your service?" asks Johnson. "I interviewed other consultants and potential customers before starting my

business." Again, all of our contacts concur that involvement with the Chamber is crucial to building business.

Says Johnson, "The Chamber provides the most current, succinct information about the local business climate. It's

a critical place to meet potential clients." Beth Travis-Betts notes, "It's where I get most of my business." In

addition to referrals from Chamber members, Mary Smestad started building a clientele with a letter-writing

campaign. "I wrote a lot of letters to past contacts from my previous job and asked for referrals." "People buy

from people they know," quips Arlene Soden, a local business development consultant and home-based business owner.

Entreprenuerism is part of America's heritage and today's technology-based economy is allowing more people to

realize their dream of working for themselves. Many believe that the future of the home-based business culture in

Duluth is taking shape right before our eyes on a construction site located in the old downtown. Mark Anthony

comments, "With the new Soft Center coming to Duluth, home-based businesses will be called upon to help develop

software that will place businesses, both large and small, on the cutting edge of technology and help transform

this area into a major telecommuting center." [9 Julie Munson is a freelance writer in Duluth.
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