Victim of Corporate Downsizing Catches Internet Wave

Victims of corporate downsizing have an opportunity of starting an online business.

PORTAGE, MI -- June 19, 2002 -- After becoming a victim of corporate downsizing three years ago, Tanya Huffman decided it was time to rethink her career goals. Staying home with her children became top priority, but earning an income was still essential. After exploring career opportunities and business ideas, an at-home profession was the best choice, which eventually led to the creation of an online business called Kids Fun.

Kids Fun is an online business with toys for children from birth through 12 years of age, such as games, hand puppets, puzzles, play sets, and outdoor toys. Customers place orders online and have products shipped directly to their homes.

Huffman is in charge of the marketing, accounting and order taking from her home based office, while order fulfillment and warehousing are outsourced.

The Internet site opened June 1, 2002, to the sound of silence. Building and opening the website is just the beginning. In order to bring people to the website, a well-developed marketing plan is underway.

Her advice victims of corporate downsizing who would like to work at home? Find an at-home business or a career that truly sparks your interest. Do the research, this is extremely important in order to find a career or business that you enjoy and to make sure the business is a sound investment. Lastly, dont be afraid to take a chance.

You can check out Kids Fun at http://www.ekidsfun.com.
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Source: Kids Fun
Contact: Tanya Huffman
(616) 323-3798
dhuffman@kalamazoo.net