From 2005 to 2014 there was a 103% increase in workers that hold jobs compatible with at least some remote work, and 38% of U.S. employees allow working from home on some level. In addition, many people are finding themselves either leaving the traditional work place, either by force or by choice, and starting businesses of their own from their homes. Others rely on freelance work to make ends meet daily. Whatever type of work they do, more and more people are transitioning from traditional work situations to working from home. While it is a dream for many, … [Read more...]
Work at Home, Will Travel: 5 Tips for Taking Your Telecommute Job on the Road
Traveling is common in the summer, and for those of us that work at home, waiting for vacation time isn’t necessary. If your work-from-home job allows the flexibility, you can take your work with you and travel to your heart’s content. Be Realistic Do not be so naive as to think you are going to work for hours stuck in a hotel room if you have children. They will only last so long. For that matter, don’t think you are going to be okay with it. Work at home as much as possible before you leave. If you can schedule Facebook posts in advance, get it done. If you … [Read more...]
Work from Home Desire? Going Back to School Could Help
The National Center for Education projected a 9% rise in student enrollment for student younger than 25, and a 23% rise in students over 25 from 2010 to 2019. Many of these will be parents, and more specifically mothers, many of whom wish to work from home. Many moms seek to return to school after a period away. Maybe they want to finish, or maybe they want to pursue a whole new degree. Maybe a degree isn’t the end game, but rather a license or certification. This can be helpful in many ways. It can help you find a job that pays better. It can help you … [Read more...]
5 Snacks to Get You through Your Work-from-Home Day: The Sweet Side
In a way, it is easier to be healthy when it comes to savory snacks. Sure, fruit is out there, and technically it is sweet, but it just doesn’t always do the trick. The fact is, refined sugar isn’t healthy, and you can’t make it be. Here are some ideas however, some fruity and some not so much, for taking care of a sweet tooth without going over-board. Keeping these things on hand can make a sweet craving go away while you are working from home. Vanilla Wafers and Cool Whip No lie, this is good. Just keep a tub of Cool-Whip in your fridge, a box of vanilla … [Read more...]
Working from Home: 5 Reasons it is Different than You Thought it Would Be
Working from home is a dream for many. Whether it is by working as an employee with a company that uses remote workers, running your own business from your home, or offering your skills on a freelance basis, virtually everyone wants to do it. Once you are living the dream however, you may find that it isn’t all it you thought it would be. Even if you love it, like you knew you would, you might very well be surprised at some of the unique challenges that come with working from home. You Still Have Kids Many parents see working from home as a great way to find … [Read more...]
How Working from Home Can Save Money
Many work from home jobs pay very well, but often those looking to leave the work away from home world for the work at home world must consider the cost of less pay. The thing is, it is easy to forget that often working from home can save money as well, which must be figured in to the equation for an accurate cost-benefit analysis. Many of these are obvious, while some are not so much so. Here are just a few. Save on Clothes While you may not want to work in your pajamas, most work from home jobs can be done while wearing whatever you wish. Pajamas are … [Read more...]
Homeschooling While You Work from Home: What You Really Need to Know
Working from home means something different for different people. For some it is great to not have to get dressed and spend an hour in the commute both ways. For some it is getting to stay home with the kids, and for others it is freedom to live their life the way they want. I began working from home in an effort to stay home and take care of a child with special medical needs. However, as our family grew older and we saw other issues arising, it was a huge blessing to get to stay home and work so that I could homeschool our children. It Might Be … [Read more...]
How to Get a Free or Cheap Car for Single Moms
Single moms have the weight of the world on their shoulders. They have to take the kids to school, pick them up, feed them, help them with homework, make sure they are able to take advantage of as many opportunities as possible, ensure they get the sleep they need, and on and on the list goes. Even if there is strong support system or co-parenting agreement, the brunt falls on the single mom’s back. Why Cars Matter Without a working, reliable car, much of this becomes nearly impossible. There is no way to the grocery store. There is no way to pick up a sick … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Managing Your Freelance Clients
Keeping up with multiple freelance clients can be difficult, to say the least, but not having a workable system is a disaster waiting to happen. Sending the wrong assignments to the wrong clients, poor prioritization, and missed deadlines are sure to ensue. This is a system that has worked for me, and maybe it can inspire you to create a system to fit your own needs. Communication I communicate with clients almost solely by email or Facebook messenger. Occasionally phones calls happen, but they are few and far between. Skype is another popular form of … [Read more...]
7 Inspiring Memes: The New Work Posters
When we need a bit of motivation, inspiration or a reminder that another cup of coffee will make it all better, a few memes can put a smile on our face and give us what we need to get back to work. Before our virtual office space, we had a poster taped to a wall nearby of a mountain reminding us of our endless possibilities. Or a calendar of a cuddly cat to calm us down. So, to contribute to the virtual office space, I am making 7 Inspiring Memes. Feel free to Pin to Pinterest, share to Facebook or save to your computer. 2016 Virtual Work Posters Nothing worth … [Read more...]
Get Money Back From Your Online Purchases With Paribus
Has this ever happened to you? You did your homework and really shopped smart. You browsed all the deals. You truly believed that you were getting the best possible price for your purchase. Then you find out from a friend that if you would have waited another day or even another hour, you would have saved even more. Then at that point, you probably felt a bit like Homer Simpson exclaiming, "D'oh!" Well, those days can be a thing of the past. Introducing Paribus. Paribus is a new way to get money back when prices fall below what you've already paid. What … [Read more...]
Three Jobs You Wish You Had
We talk all about working from home and telecommuting here at wahadventures and to be honest, most of these common jobs seem too good to be true in themselves. Many of us find it to be very difficult to find the right fit for our individual circumstances and needs. But the following three jobs are intended to be jobs you can only dream about! Netflix and Chill Netflix offers a telecommute position titled Taggers and it sounds great for the binge watchers. According to CNBC, Netflix taggers are paid to watch hours upon hours of movies and tv shows and then help … [Read more...]
My Five Year Work at Home Anniversary
As my five-year work at home anniversary comes around, I am blown away by what a journey it has been. I started out as a frantic mother just trying to be home with my kids and God has totally turned it into a self-sustaining business. In honor of my five-year anniversary, I wanted to share my success as a work at home professional, hopefully to encourage you! I’ve faced criticism. When I first started working from home, I faced nothing but criticism for my writing. Clients would tell me that my writing was horrible and that they could not use me. I faced so much … [Read more...]
5 New Year’s Resolutions for the Work-at-Home Professional
Working from home is only one part of most of our lives, and by its very nature it competes more with our daily activities than other jobs do. This is because it is difficult to separate working at home from other things that compete for our attention at home. This is exactly why I chose to set work-at-home New Year’s resolutions this year, and I hope sharing them will help some of you as well. Set Working Hours Maybe it is before the kids get up and after they go to bed. Maybe it is while the kids are at school or while they nap. Maybe you do not have children … [Read more...]
Your Freelance Writing Client is Not Obligated to Please You
Should your client offer certain perks? Are there certain things you should expect them to do besides pay you? When freelancing, sometimes it can be difficult to figure out the roles played by you and your clients. Is the client asking for too much -- or are you the one demanding the impossible? In freelance writing, the number one rule is that the client is not obligated to please you. In fact, you should instead be providing what the client needs. If you can't or won't, let them find it elsewhere. Here's why. The client's venue is not yours Whether you are … [Read more...]
Can I work a Phone Job with Young Kids at Home?
Often times I receive questions from readers wondering if there is any possible way to manage working from home on the phone with young children around. This is a unique question, as each person's situation varies. I have had personal experience working a call center job from home while having a one year old and a three year old at home. It didn't work out for me, but it was because of personal reasons that you will see in my response to this reader question, which I received the okay to share with you all. Do you know of any people who have one to two year olds, and … [Read more...]
30 Days of Prayer for The Right Job
I would like to begin a 30 day prayer call for those of you who are looking for the right work at home job. I also ask for prayers for myself and the other work at home bloggers who are posting job leads. Please pray that we will be led the right jobs openings and they will be shared with the right people using the resources given to us. This is definitely a bold post for me to make. However, so many of you have expressed your feelings of desperation to find the right work at home job for you. I believe prayer can help guide us all. I understand that not all of … [Read more...]
Entrepreneurship Tips: Get Rid of Email Anxiety by Learning How to Send Effective Emails
Lots of things make entrepreneurs famous, from investors so shady they could be used as beach umbrellas, to the first time they put up their product for sale. One seemingly menial task can also send their hearts racing, and that's sending email. Whether it's an email campaign or not, this seemingly straightforward task has sent many entrepreneurs into conniptions. They'll end up struggling over how the email should be worded, and they're right to struggle. An email is non-interactive. Errors can lose companies customers before start-ups have a chance to reply, so each … [Read more...]
Is Your Cover Letter Ruining Your Job Search?
If you Google "cover letter," you will find the same format on hundreds of websites. The typical cover letter opens with a clear statement that tells human resources the name of the position for which you are applying and where you saw the advertisement. After the first sentence, a cookie-cutter letter details how the writer's skill set fits the competencies listed on the job description. If you want your cover letter to blend in with the crowd, follow this format. However, if you want to stand out, you need to approach cover letters … [Read more...]
Freelance Writers: How Google’s Algorithm Updates Can Lead to More Work
Many companies who utilize online marketing to increase brand visibility and boost sales have seen their websites affected by Google’s algorithm changes in recent years. However, for freelance content writers this represents a huge opportunity. If you are a freelance writer, here are a few ways in which the constant algorithm updates are a positive thing for you when it comes to finding work. More Demand for Original Content One of the main trends that is becoming increasingly obvious following Google’s recent algorithm updates is that original content is more … [Read more...]
Work from Home Through Kelly Services
If you've ever worked as a temporary employee, you may be familiar Kelly Services. Kelly Services now hires people for work from home temporary positions in addition to hiring for temporary positions at brick and mortar companies. This post will provide more information about the types of work from home positions Kelly hires for, as well as how much you can make, the skills you need, and how to apply with Kelly Services. What types of work from home temporary positions are offered? Kelly hires people for all types of work from home jobs, including customer … [Read more...]
5 Things No One Told Me About Working From Home
I Can't Work With My Kids Around I decided to pursue a work at home career after having kids. I couldn't take the idea of dropping my baby off to a daycare full of strangers. However, every work at home job I've done was nearly impossible to do with my kids around. Even blogging. They needed my attention and even now that they are older, they are very distracting. I've had to get pretty creative and sacrifice things like sleep in order to make working from home work for me. When I worked as a sales rep for a virtual call center, I had to be sure to find a flexible … [Read more...]
Freelancers – How to Deal with the Budget Constraints of Your Clients
Guest Post By Paul Maplesden If you're a freelancer, you know that your clients are often working to very tight budgets. This can sometimes make negotiating rates and payments tricky as they're trying to get the most for their money and you're trying to earn a living. Here are some simple techniques that you can use to help negotiate rates and secure the project. If you can turn the work around quickly, highlight this to the client. Businesses are often up against tight time constraints and clients might be prepared to pay a little more if they know that you can … [Read more...]
Three Viable Work-From-Home Careers
Guest Post By Barbie Carpenter Many business professionals dream of working from home, eliminating lengthy commutes, avoiding irksome coworkers, and saving money on professional attire and gas. However, not every career presents a realistic work-from-home opportunity. Moreover, the careers that are effective in a work-from-home setting require dedication and hard work in order to thrive. Understand what careers can succeed in a work-from-home environment if you have the patience, persistence, and commitment. Writing/Editing Writers and editors often work … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Why a Blog Might Be Better Than Facebook to Market Your Business
Facebook has been a viable marketing channel for business because of the many different ways you can connect with the community if you do have a Facebook business page. You can also gain potential customers through interaction and sharing valuable content on a consistent basis. While there are benefits to having a Facebook fan page or placing ads on the social network, a blog can be much more effective at increasing website visits and driving sales for your business. Here are 5 reasons to consider starting a business blog or spending more time creating content for … [Read more...]
Review of Walmart Savings Catcher App
I avoid Walmart like the plague. I just don’t like to go there. I can usually save enough money matching coupons to sales at Kroger or just shopping at Aldi. I can avoid it, most of the time. I know, I know, they do price matching. But I always found it tedious to figure that all out. Now, however, Walmart has the Savings Catcher app that has revolutionized shopping at their store, in my opinion. Strangely, I had never heard of it until Miranda mentioned to me and asked if I was interested in writing a review. I said I was, and the rest is history. What … [Read more...]
6 Tips for Surviving a Micromanager
If you haven't run into a micromanager at work, it's just a matter of time before you do. Micromanagers exist in every field and geography. While their management style may seem soul-numbingly oppressive, you need to recognize that a micromanager is paralyzed by the fear that something under their control is about to go wrong. While it won't be easy, the following 6 tips will help you survive a micromanager. 1) Communicate. Since micromanagers are afraid of being left out of the loop, you'll need to communicate your progress on a regular basis. While it may seem like … [Read more...]
3 Brain Breaks You Should Be Taking
My daughter's kindergarten teacher had regularly intervalled "brain breaks" for her students. I'm not sure if it was for the kids or herself but it's something we should all be doing. While too many breaks can distract your mind and cause you to lose focus- you need to keep yourself sharp by giving your brain a break once in a while. Everyone is different in how often they should take a brain break but I suggest every couple of hours we stop what we are doing, stand up, shake our legs and complete one or more of these brain break suggestions. (And no- I didn't include … [Read more...]
Homeschooling While Working From Home
When I first had the idea for this article it seemed easy. I was going to lay out some nice, pretty bullet points on ways to practically manage working from home and homeschooling. I quickly realized however, that just wouldn't work. First, it gives the illusion that the task is “nice and pretty” as well as the crazy idea that I actually “manage” it. The fact is, I (we) survive it. Another fact is, it is spectacularly awesome and I wouldn't have it any other way. I decided I could only let you know some ways that I have found, in the first year, to help it work … [Read more...]
DollarBird App–Get Control of Your Money and Your Future
Do you find it easier to spend money than make money? Do you wonder where all of your hard-earned cash goes? Do you wish you could be a better steward of your money? Then downloading the DollarBirdapp might be a solution for you and your money. What Exactly is the DollarBird App? The DollarBird app for both iPhones and Android helps you color-code your monthly expenses by putting them on a calendar instead of a spreadsheet. DollarBird can do this without access to your bank accounts. It is a free app as long as you keep it to just one calendar. … [Read more...]
7 Things You Will Hate About Working From Home
Working from home is all sparkles and sunshine. There isn't a boss watching over your shoulder and the coffee pot could seriously be plugged in and sitting on your desk! You can wear your pajamas to work, or work naked if you want. Your boss totally rocks and you don't have to deal with road rage to get to your office. Is your mind blown yet? Yeah working from home is pretty awesome. But there are also some reasons to hate it. Here are seven reasons that working from home kind of sucks. 1. That Look That look you get when someone finds out you work … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Introverts are Often the Happiest as Freelancers
Being introverted naturally provides you with some great character traits that will make working as a freelancer easier than your extroverted counterpart. Even if you aren't completely on the introverted scale, but tipping that direction, you'll find the quiet solitude of working from home fulfilling. Here are 10 common introvert character traits that are beneficial to working from home as a freelancer. 1. Time to Recharge It's not that you are depressed or afraid of people, introverts just need some alone-time to recharge. Being a freelancer with a flexible … [Read more...]
Top 3 Tips for Recession-Proofing Your Freelance Writing Income
Taking the plunge into the world of freelance writing is exciting. You have the opportunity to work your own hours around your preferred schedule. You have the advantage of getting paid for doing what you love. You also have the benefit of being able to work from any location, as long as you have a computer and an internet connection available. However, there are many freelance writers who don't take the time to plan their business cash flow to help them cope during lean times. While clients are ordering articles to be written, money will flow into your account … [Read more...]
Two Free Android Apps to Help You Ace Your Job Interview
Use your Android smartphone or tablet to help you practice for your upcoming job interview and to overcome your anxiety when being grilled with tough questions by a hiring manager. Here are two free mobile apps from the Google Play and iTunes store that you can download and use for your mock interview rehearsals. These will come in very handy for any virtual interviews via skype, in-office interviews sitting face to face and even over the phone when answering questions by a potential employer or freelance clients. Job Interview Questions and Answers This … [Read more...]
Q/A: How to Market My Virtual Assistant Business
Question: I need some guidance. I am planning on creating my own business in virtual assisting. I need wisdom in how to advertise my business. I need to know how to get started. Any links would be more than appreciated. Thank you so very much. Answer: Most of the Virtual Assistants I know get their start by first creating a basic website- can even be a 1 page site with a way to contact you. Then they all go to sites like Elance and Odesk to look for work. Start small- building up from there. Once in a while you will find clients who turn out to be long … [Read more...]
File Your Work at Home Taxes- TurboTax
I have filed taxes using online software like TurboTax for years. Even though I work from home and am self-employed- I find using TurboTax is easy! It walks me through deductions and seems fit to my exact situation. Unique Tax Circumstances My husband is a truck driver- so he receives a lot of unique tax deductions. I worried if trying to find these deductions with TurboTax would be difficult. But once again, it was not a problem at all. The program asks me a series of questions and guides me through the entire thing. There is extra help available as well- even … [Read more...]
Work at Home Jobs are Not Always Good for Parents
Moms and Dads with young kids tend to be one of the largest groups in the market for work at home jobs. It sounds ideal initially. Parents can be home with their kids, enjoy all those important moments and spend quality time with them, while continuing to earn an income. The fact is, there are definitely advantages to working from home for moms with young kids, but there are some things that should be considered before choosing any particular way of making money from home. 1. Flexibility in Schedule Many young moms are disappointed to learn that a lot of work at … [Read more...]
Organize Your Tax Documents and Receipts with Shoeboxed
It's tax time, which means it's time to pull out that shoe box you've been saving your receipts in and start figuring out where to deduct your different tax deductions. Don't you ever wish there was a better way to keep track of those receipts? Well luckily, now there is. The website Shoeboxed makes it a lot easier to keep track of your receipts and other documents you may need to save for income taxes. This article will answer a few questions about Shoeboxed and explain how to use the website to keep track of your receipts. Is Shoeboxed a free site? Yes, you … [Read more...]
5 Things to Do When Work is Slow
As I sit here with my work being quite slow, my mind is racing with different things I can do. I haven’t had to look for work for 16 months and now my mind is starting to wonder if I’ll need to start looking. Anyways, while I sit here at home with 3 children, I realize I depend on work to keep my mind busy. So, what happens when work is a little slower than usual? Your mind starts going off the deep end. Here are five things you can do when work is slow. Wash Your Walls Seriously, we are about to move and I looked over at our walls and almost barfed. What is … [Read more...]
How to Deal With Sexual Harassment When Working From Home
Everyone knows that sexual harassment can be a problem in brick and mortar businesses. All states have laws about sexual harassment, and most businesses have policies in place for how to deal with it. However, sexual harassment can also be a problem when you work from home. This post will explain the different types of sexual harassment, and what you should do if you feel you've been a victim. What is sexual harassment? The EEOC defines sexual harassment as "Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a … [Read more...]
How Resourceful Do You Have to Be to Work at Home?
Do you know how to find information quickly and then organize it? Are you the "go-to" person that others come to when they have a question? Can you work effectively, but also plan for any problems which may arise? Then you, my friend, have a great business skill available to you for working at home—resourcefulness. Hopefully, it will help you endure when questions and problems arrive. What Exactly is Resourcefulness? The Webster's Dictionary defines resourcefulness as "full of resources; able to deal creatively and effectively with problems, … [Read more...]
How to Find Your Work at Home Groove
I've been working from home for nearly three years now and my schedule changes on a day to day basis. I've always struggled to find my work at home groove, until I learned to go with the flow. I figured I’d give you some of my best tips. Ready, set, go! Try Something New I am one that likes to stick to what works. However, sometimes what works doesn't always go well. That’s why I started trying new things. You know, working when my kids are awake instead of just when they’re sleeping. Don’t be afraid to ask others for hints as well. Try Exercising I put off … [Read more...]
How to Stay Motivated During the Winter Months
As the days get shorter during the winter months, it can be difficult to stay motivated when working from home. There are a few things you can do to help, however - this post will provide some ideas for how to stay motivated during winter. Get out and get some fresh air This is easy to do during the warmer months, but during the winter it's not so easy. Still, if you can motivate yourself to put on some warm clothes and go out and take a brisk walk, or do something outdoors for a least a little while, your sanity will stay in check and you'll be able to … [Read more...]
Getting Your “WAHA Mojo” Back After the Holidays
Let's see. First, there was Thanksgiving. That took a few days to get going again after it was over. Then came Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. Then came New Year's. Now, just as you're getting back into your regular work-at-home routine--another holiday called Valentine's Day is rumored to be heading your way! What's a work-at-homer (WAHer) to do to regain structure, focus, self-discipline, motivation, and income? For the purpose of this blog post, mojo can be defined as "desire, drive or passion." So when lost, it can create boredom and procrastination or … [Read more...]
10 Unique Accesories for Your Home Office
Working from home certainly has its many advantages. Being able to decorate and arrange your home office however you feel is one of them! I should be taking this perk a bit more seriously. My home office space is crying out for some personality. Which is what led me to browsing Amazon for unique and fun office supplies. Let me share some of my favorite things with you! The links in this post are Amazon Affiliate links. Which means, anytime someone clicks one of the following links to make a purchase - I will earn money. If you want to learn how to make money writing … [Read more...]
Overcoming Procrastination While Working From Home
I recently downloaded and read the book The Inner Game of Productivity: The Ultimate Guide To Overcoming Procrastination And Getting Things Done While Working From Home by Chaiwat Theerasong when it was offered for free on Amazon. It caught my eye because it was specifically meant for people who work from home, so I thought it could be beneficial for me, as well as others. This post will provide a short review of the subjects covered in the book, as well as the ways that I've applied them to the work that I do from home. 3 Reasons We … [Read more...]
Self-Motivation – What It Should Really Look Like
Do you consider yourself to be a self-motivated individual? Do you engage in positive pep talks with yourself? Do you understand the importance of accountability? Well, then my friend and fellow work-at-homer (WAHer), you understand the importance of being a self-motivated person. Not everyone can be a self-motivated individual, but as you are learning, it is an important quality of those who successfully work at home. What Exactly is Self-Motivation? Simply put, self-motivation is the ability to conjure up within yourself the desire, drive or … [Read more...]
Are You an Overachiever or an Underachiever in Your Work-at-Home Life?
Do you jump on a freelance project as soon as it hits your desk? Do you meticulously evaluate every project that comes to you so much that you don't get started? Then you are either an overachiever or an underachiever, respectively. However, both of them are on equal footing, and both of them can work at home successfully. According to Alice Bredin, author of Virtual Office Survival Handbook, the secret is to know what your tendencies are and how to work with them. Why Label Someone Working at Home as Either an Overachiever or an Underachiever? While … [Read more...]
When To Seek Help from a Virtual Assistant
We've talked many times about making money as a virtual assistant. But you can also make money by hiring a virtual assistant. If you are running your own business or you are a freelancer who finds there are not enough hours in the week- then you will appreciate this advice. Buy Some Time! As your business is growing and becoming more and more profitable, you will find your time is very valuable. It can be highly frustrating when you have to spend precious time doing mundane essential tasks that feel like time suckers. As a professional blogger I have … [Read more...]
Are You Tenacious Enough to Work From Home?
Do you continue on despite feeling that the odds are against you? Are you able to handle criticism as well as praise? When you are afraid do you still plunge past your fears? Then you, my friend, have the greatest business skill available to you—tenacity. Hopefully, it has taught you that you are enough, and you can move past your fears. What Exactly is Tenacity? The Webster's Dictionary defines tenacity as the ability to be tenacious or holding firmly, persistent or stubborn. Therefore, if you can have these characteristics, then you can actually … [Read more...]
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