The concept of the home-based business and its predecessor cottage industry first appeared in 1978. The phrase was coined by marion behr the originator of a study to find out what businesses women were conducting in their homes throughout the us. The study found that while many of the women had been operating businesses from their homes for many years, they had no idea that they were doing so. The term "home-based business" was introduced to the public at a press conference held at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in December 1978.
Types of home-based businesses
Home-based businesses are businesses that are run out of a person's home, or small office.Some examples of home-based businesses include:
Blogging
Online stores
Crafts
Tutoring
Freelancing
Home-based businesses are typically small