By
Sandi Larson
Home-Based Magazine
May 1, 2004
When Kathy Sweeney, Arizona-based
certified professional resume writer and employment
consultant, found out about the 2004 Ruby Slipper
Award, she did not hesitate to apply. After
all, the national award was specifically designed
to acknowledge the significant contributions
of home-based businesses like hers.
"I
wanted to apply because I believe that home-based
businesses are a prevalent force in the economy
and deserved some recognition," reflects
Kathy, who started Senior Executive Resumes
in 1987. "I wanted to also share with others
that you can be successful with a home-based
business that having an outside office does
not necessarily mean success."
In January of 2004, Kathy was selected by an
independent judging panel to receive the prestigious
award. Janet Drez, owner of the home-based business
consulting firm A Perfect Solution and creator
of the award, presented Kathy with a hand-crafted
ruby slipper at the awards ceremony in Phoenix,
Arizona, and treated Kathy to a hot air balloon
ride.
"Kathy
is a shining example of all that home-based
businesses can achieve. She's made her business
successful over the long haul and balances her
business with two young children," remarks Janet,
who developed the award to reflect her belief
that "there's no place like home" for home-based
business owners.
Having
spent several years working outside of the home
as a Hiring Manager for two Fortune 500 companies,
Kathy wholeheartedly agrees with Janet's philosophy.
"The
greatest advantages to working from home include
the flexibility to work when I want, to be home
with my children, and the decrease in overhead
from renting a traditional office," commented
Kathy, who conducts all of her business over
the phone or via the Internet.
But,
working from home is not the only secret behind
the Ruby Slipper Award winners success. She
is successful in her business because her clients
are successful.
"For
me, it is not always about the money although
I have to support my family," shares Kathy.
"It is about helping others to be successful,
because in the long run, I feel that by giving
my knowledge to others, they can be productive
and feel good about themselves."
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