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CMI Interactive Frequently Asked Questions

October 22nd, 2009

For those that are unframiliar with CMI Interactive’s small business tools for independent contractors, we’re going to take this opportunity to answer a few frequently asked questions about our service for medical professionals. If you have any questions beyond what this brief FAQ, you can contact us here.

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How often are the pages updated?
Every month offers several new articles of interest, links, or download files. If you have a specific question, please send us feedback. Our authors also post responses to frequently asked questions.

I’m new to Independent Contracting. What do I do first?
CMI Interactive.com covers the bases. Research each step with help from the Small Business Tool pages.
Step One: Set up your small business. Step Two: Find a contract. Step Three: Manage your money. (Does this seem like a lot of work? Consider outsourcing some or all.) Step Four: Consider an agent. Register today to view more details and professional advice!

Should I incorporate?
While numerous entity structures exist, many independent contractors select a corporate structure. Single member LLCs are also a popular choice. In most cases, corporations may provide a veil of personal asset protection, deductibility of insurance premiums, and solo or multiple shareholder options. However, corporations may also be subject to franchise taxing, reporting requirements, and corporate documentation. The list is lengthy. Always check with your attorney or state’s Business Corporation Act for specifics. You can find Secretary of State Office links listed within our Legal page. Register today for access to Independent Contractor Small Business Tools!

What is the subscription fee?
A nominal subscription fee gains you access to all three areas: Small Business Tools, Industry News, and Continuing Education. Newcomers and seasoned professionals alike benefit from resources not found anywhere else! The tax deductible rate is a simple $14.99 per month. Of course, our online payment system is secure and backed by Authorize.net. See our Registration page for more details.

What will I see in the Small Business Tools section?
The basic flow includes an article of interest, archive of articles, downloadable files, links, and author recommendations to name a few. Other pages such as the bill rate calculator change up the scene, offering more interaction.

Who writes the small business pages?
The pages are authored by professionals within their respective industries. For example, an attorney provides the legal information, a certified public accountant offers tax links, and a financial advisor presents life planning. Biographies and photographs are posted by the authors. Impressed by their advice? Contact them via links to their e-mail accounts and corporate web pages.

Where do the job links come from?
ConsignMed is our exclusive job link provider. You will only see the freshest, highest paying contract opportunities around. They work with the top medical device and pharmaceutical companies in the world. Experience their award winning service through our links.

Click here to see the full list of frequently asked questions.

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Freelancing FAQ: Managing Kids in the Home Office

October 20th, 2009

The main benefit of working at home is being able to have your home lifestyle while you work. The issue that often arises is in question to the door to your workspace. Certainly you should have a door on your office, however, should your home workspace be closed at all times while you are working?

If you want to work in a professional environment, you should consider renting a space to work outside of the house. But, if you are set on working at home and maintaining that home environment (with the door open) take a look at the following tips on managing kids in your home office.

home-office.jpg#1 Keep their hands busy – Assuming you aren’t writing a book or require absolute silence in order to stay productive, consider keeping a toybox in the corner of your workroom. This will keep those little hands from grabbing coffee cups, keyboards, and power cords.

#2 Put them to “work” – Chances are good that you’ve got an old computer laying around and Junior would love to help you write up that report. So pass on that old slow computer and put them to work with a program like BabyType for one-year-olds, an education program for the kids, or even an internet connection for the older kids.

#3 Work around their schedule – Working at home means you don’t have to conform to the typical work hours. So use it to your advantage and do your intense work time during the midday nap or after bed time. Working during the “off hours” is much easier than working through a screaming tantrum.

#4 Use the internet’s resources – There are tons of resources to use online for kids. If they enjoy using a computer then try looking for things to help encourage their learning while they play. For example, KidRocket is a web browser for kids. Or you can set them up with a YouTube video or even search for coloring books you can print out.

#5 Establish rules – If you’ve tried distracting them with ideas like these, it’s time to step up and be the parent. Set aside times for work that mom (or dad) should not be disturbed. Go ahead and close the door, but make sure that they know it’s only for a limited time. Go find them after you’ve completed your project. It will be a reward for both of you!

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