EBay was created in September 1995 by a man called Pierre Omidyar. This online marketplace was one of the first websites of its kind in the world. The site was originally named AuctionWeb. The name ‘eBay’ came from the domain Omidyar used for his site. His company’s name was Echo Bay. The first thing ever sold on eBay was Omidyar’s broken laser pointer for $14.
Todays economic growth is tremendously fueled by the internet. In a spare decade, the internet has transformed from being a tool for email communications to being essential to almost every business and personal interaction. With the proliferation of broadband and wireless access, millions now have instance access to the full power of the internet, no matter where they are located. Whether you have been an active participant in this revolution or simply been sitting on the sidelines, now is the time to take advantage of the full range of possibilities offered by the internet. Perhaps you have been laid off and are searching for a new opportunity, especially if it includes working from home, or you may just want to earn some extra income. Whatever your situation, consider setting up an online business to turn your ideas into tangible income.
The connected nature of today’s workplace has made working at home a possibility for more people than ever before. Many people, in fact, have better equipment – higher powered computers, faster internet access, more comfortable office chairs – in their home offices than their workplace. Of course, working from home for either your regular employer or when starting a home based business requires discipline and motivation in order to achieve success.