SPRINGTOWN, Texas, March 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Based on statistics offered by the United States Department of Labor, the women's "work at home" movement is on the rise. In fact, the government's last major Current Population Survey shows that the number of self-employed women increased 63 percent from 1975 to 1990. Due to various reasons, this is a trend that's only grown stronger in more recent years, according to Carrie Wilkerson, founder/owner of The Barefoot Executive (http://www.barefoot-executive.com/), the definitive resource for work-at-home women.
"Today's working woman often wants more professional freedom, flexibility and fulfillment," Wilkerson says. "Since many jobs aren't providing this, women are now turning to self-employment or home-based careers. And with the rising costs of fuel, daycare and working outside the home, women are even more compelled to make this career change. As someone who has done this successfully - concurrently with being a mother of four - I have now created a reputable business, the mission of which is helping other women achieve their work-at-home dreams."
The Barefoot Executive educates, coaches and advises work-at-home women (and those who want to be) as they achieve both their personal and professional goals. The website houses a comprehensive library packed with relevant information and business tools. It also offers services like weekly e-zines, forums, classes, seminars and more. Of note, The Barefoot Executive is currently hosting its free "Barefoot Summit" (http://www.barefootsummit.com/), a virtual mega-event providing invaluable tips and resources related to planning for a home-based career.
"Barefoot Summit is an excellent launching pad for women who have wanted a home-based career but didn't know where to start," Wilkerson says. "Over 8,000 women are participating nationwide in the tele-seminars, and this amazing turnout is partly because it's free, which is so helpful to women facing high business start-up costs. But our impressive lineup of presenting experts is also drawing this huge online audience. It's very exciting, and a true testimony to the fact that many women are now choosing to work at home."
"The Barefoot Success Summit" runs through April 2008. To register for a complimentary pass to the entire event, go to: http://www.barefootsummit.com/.
For more information, visit: http://www.barefoot-executive.com/
About The Barefoot Executive
The Barefoot Executive is the definitive resource for work-at-home women. Founded in 2007 by "The Barefoot Executive" herself - Carrie Wilkerson - The Barefoot Executive offers a vast array of educational, inspirational tools that are dedicated to helping women achieve their professional dreams while working at home.
With a highly diversified professional background based outside the house, followed by an extensive home-based career, Wilkerson is uniquely qualified to mentor women in their work-at-home journey. Currently a "multi-preneur," Wilkerson is involved with several businesses on various levels, and she has also produced two mini-movies to encourage and motivate women. Wilkerson and her husband, "Mr. Barefoot," both work from home and share the joy of raising their four children.
Contact:
Carrie Wilkerson
"The Barefoot Executive"
carrie@barefoot-executive.com
214.594.7908
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