February 3, 2012

Working From Home vs. a Job – Pros and Cons of Self-Employment

a girl working from homeIf you ask most people what their dream working situation would entail, most would list self-employment and the ability to work from home as their top requirements. Having the ability to complete your work according to your own deadlines and specifications is a great stress-reducer, as very few people enjoy getting up in the morning to commute to an impersonal corporate cubicle. That is not a natural state, but rather one that has been constructed out of necessity. Fortunately, the rise of the internet has led to some very new and exciting home work opportunities, even for those without a computer science degree.

Pursuing your own interests is one of the biggest benefits of working from home vs. a job in an office. You will have no one to answer to but yourself, and if you have decided to make money through blogging and internet marketing, you could choose topics to write about or promote that you are actually interested in. You can work at whatever odd hours of the day or evening that you prefer, and have the rest of your time free to spend on other hobbies or with your friends and family. This freedom of choice combined with earning potential is what attracts so many people to this new lifestyle.

The real pitfall that could arise when people decide to quit their former jobs and work from home instead is that they are unsure or unmotivated. Working from home vs. a job is not a way to quit working at all, although some people will think of self-employment as a vacation. That is not going to lead to financial success. Indeed it is necessary to put just as much time and effort into your home business as the one you would commute to. This is true at first at the very least; although with the earning potential of SEO and affiliate marketing techniques, it is true that once the system is in place you can relax a bit.

Overall then, it seems that there are very few drawbacks to working from home vs. a job in an office. The skills that are required to become successful in internet marketing are ones that you can learn quickly. There are a variety of programs and seminars that can help guide you along this path, towards achieving financial freedom. Affiliate and internet marketing are simply the tools that will allow this to happen.

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Comments

  1. Santiago says:

    I think It`s right, however people usually is confused because they don`t appreciate the difference between a home job and a home business. Pro bably is more confortable to work from home, but you still are working for someone else. Home business is for sure the best choice if you want to work from home, but I think it will require extra effort to achieve your goals.

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  5. I know it sucks to hear this…but understanding time-management will certainly be your friend when working from home.

    There are so many distractions that can take you away from becoming productive.

    Read a few good books on time management–and implement what works best for you….and you’ll be a happier self-employed person.

    Good luck

  6. The recession has resulted in many people being made redundant and even more are now seeking work. Working from home has a number of advantages, but many self employed people suffer with stress. This is because freelance work means that there is no official end to a working day. At the same time, Self employed people can write off many expenses, such as interest on mortgage payments, against their taxes.

  7. Would love to work from home, as have a good two hour round trip to work, but too many distractions being at home.

    • Yes, it’s important to set aside time that is yours so you can achieve whats necessary, but I find I can accomplish alot more work in less time from home. That two hour commute could get a big chunk of my days work done if I settle in and work smart!!! :)

      Maybe starting it out as a hobby that you devote an hour or so a day to is the best way for you to get started. You get to build your business, while keeping the security of the Job, and if the income starts rising you can reevaluate down the road.

      Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment!

      Warren

  8. Social media jobs are now in demand from different country besides you can also earn instant cash from it so start grabbing social media jobs that you want and start a career in web marketing.

  9. reconcise says:

    Working from home is the next best thing to sliced bread if only you take the time to network all your social media outlets to you advantage in addition to choosing the right product.Now i know everyone thinks their product is the right one, but what i mean is a product where the company’s system is already automated ( 90% of the work done for you).Trust, such company s they are out There!

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  11. Brian Kinkade from westmister real estate says:

    There are a lot of self employed bloggers who are successful with their business. Their income is more than enough for their needs. You just need to have the determination and the passion in making money online.

  12. Paul from Waste King Legend 8000 says:

    Working from home gives you freedom and a potential of earning more than your usual job. But it does take a lot of effort, time and determination to achieve this goal. Time management is a very crucial factor that you have to take care of. If you would like to start an online business, I would recommend to do it part time first before quitting your job.

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  15. Lisa Plant says:

    We can’t really deny the fact that working from home is one of the most convenient and comfortable ways to earn a living. Many people are now enjoying the benefits of working in their homes. Although some are having hard time to separate their personal and business matters, there are also some who can manage their time well. In working at home, you should always have a proper time management. Set a time for you to work and time for you to spend for your loved ones and friends.

  16. I though working from home would be easy, I guess it really is not, it could be even more difficult, i will stick to my 9 – 5. thanks for all the useful information

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  19. Steve from Electric Cig says:

    I just want to emphasize that if you still have a day job, don’t quit yet. If you want to be self-employed by creating a business online, make sure you have a stable income first before quitting. Making money online is tough and tedious. It requires hard work and if you’re already sure that your income could compensate your daily needs then that’s the time that quitting your day job is acceptable.
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    • Warren says:

      I had originally made a plan that involved using my income from my day job to build a blog and business, but alas it wasn’t to be. After just two weeks of starting the site I finally had enough of the corporate powers that be, and walked out. Talk about a “do or die” situation. I sure had to work long, hard, and fast! :)
      Was worth it, but I’d suggest the same as you… that people keep their day job, and build their blog or business on the side in their spare time, and when it starts to take off, then make the decision to quit, or stay a little longer and bank some savings.

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