Balancing ActIf you're a homebased entrepreneur, chances are you're balancing business and kids, and that's no easy task.

To help keep everyone happy, try these suggestions:

• Establish rules and boundaries-and keep them. Make sure yourkids know your work is important and when it is appropriate tointerrupt.
• Get your kids involved when it's possible and appropriate.They can help unpack boxes or attach labels and stamps.
• Create enough activities to keep them busy-and quiet. Set up adesk for hem near, but not necessarily in your office, so they canplay business while you do it for real.
• Hold a reading or writing contest to keep them quiet duringwork hours. Make sure the winner gets a fun reward.
• Take a 15-minute break every hour or two to check in with themand start them on a new activity.

Excerpted fromGet Smart: 365 Tips To Boost Your EntrepreneurialIQ