During these challenging economic times, more people are starting a home based business on the Internet.Who can start an Internet home based business?Anyone with a computer, high-speed Internet connection and basic computer and Internet skills can do it. However, they would have to accept being in a continuous state of learning because the Internet is evolving at warp speed. Anyone willing to work hard, stay focused, dedicated and be self-disciplined and motivated will be successful.An Internet home based business is also ideal for individuals looking to make a full-time living or those who just need a supplemental income. If you are the type of person who works best alone and outside of regular office hours, then a home based business may be a good fit for you because you can set your own work schedule.Why are so many individuals looking to the Internet for home business opportunities during the deep recession facing us today?The main reason so many people are choosing to accept the challenge of starting a home business on the Internet is the low start up cost. It is cost virtually nothing compared to what it would cost in the real world. You will not have to hire employees and you can work from the comfort of your home. Also, another valuable incentive is tax breaks because you are considered a legitimate business, same as any business whether offline or online.But remember, even though the cost is minimal to start, you will pay most with your time, effort and energy. Also, I cannot emphasize this enough; the first thing you should do before starting your business is to have a plan in place. A business plan will serve as a guide or a road map and will lead you to your goal of financial freedom, if implemented and acted upon.Listen up folks! This is very important; understand that starting and running a business from home, especially an Internet home business, can be isolating. It stands to reason, if you have been use to working closely with a team at an office, it will take time to make the adjustment. You have to detoxify and cleanse yourself from the years of conditioning in the 9 to 5 job environment.For your new business, you will need to set aside a place in your home where you can concentrate and work without distractions. Also, set your working schedule and stick to it. Remember, you are the boss now and you need to exercise self-discipline because there is nobody watching over you.Consider going to work in your home office wearing casual work clothes instead of pajamas. The reason is that if you get too comfortable, you might lose focus on the business at hand. Remember this; your Internet home based business is serious business and should be operated as such or your chances of success will be extremely limited.It is important to get the support you need from family and friends in understanding your new working hours and schedule. That will help you to focus on work during your working hours instead of constantly being interrupted with family matters or friends visiting unannounced. Here is an idea that may help to eliminate distractions:With technological advances like wireless laptop computer connections and modern satellite-based Internet connections, you can escape to an environment that is conducive to working and studying.In conclusion, I repeat what was said previously because it is so important; When starting a home based business