A follower of this blog sent me the following information about making money from home:
More and more people are
looking for ways to work from home to avoid commuting to an office, having to
pay for daycare or having to relocate to find a better employment climate. With
the job market and economy still struggling to rebound, people are more
inclined to hold less traditional positions. This has resulted in more people
getting business savvy and making a decent living to boot. These are just a
small sampling of the things you can do to make money from the comfort and
convenience of your own home.
1.
Open an Online Boutique – If you’re the creative type, take those skills
online. You can purchase a domain and start your own online boutique, or you
can take advantage of artisan sites to sell your handmade products.
2.
Hold a Virtual Garage Sale (Ticket
Sale or Estate Sale) – Instead
of holding an actual sale at your home, try posting your items on an online
classifieds site. You may receive more for your items than you would have had
you placed them on your lawn with a “for sale” sign, and you’ll avoid the
stressors of trying to organize everything for a two day event.
3.
Become a Babysitter – Daycare costs can be outrageous, especially
in metropolitan and suburban areas. Be sure to check with your city’s
regulations and that you adhere to all of the relevant tax laws, but you could
work out a deal with a neighbor or a best friend looking for a cheaper, more
trustworthy daycare option if you have proven childcare experience.
4.
Run a Doggy Daycare – It seems that more people are looking into
daycare options for their pets. Consider starting a doggy daycare for friends
or neighbors if you are home during the day and have pooch-safe living
quarters. If you have small children, consider their safety before agreeing to
take on an aggressive breed of dog.
5.
E-Tutor – If you have teaching experience, signing up
as an online tutor may suit your at-home lifestyle and utilize your existing
skill set. You will need to set up an online profile with a tutoring website,
which will include details of your experience, the subjects you are able to
tutor, your time availability and your expected rates.
6.
Become an Expert Witness – If you possess a level of expertise in a
particular field, becoming an expert witness for lawsuits may be an option for
you to make money from home. Expert witnesses may review documents or appear in
court for hourly fees. Submit your resume or CV to online expert directory
services.
7.
Work as a Virtual Call Center
Agent – Some
business opt for home-based virtual call center agents. Virtual call center
agents provide support and assistance to the business’ customers via the
telephone. These kinds of agents are typically paid an hourly wage. They may be
independent contractors or be hired on as actual corporate staff. If hired as a
direct employee, they will be required to follow all company policies.
Regardless of whether you are a member of the staff or an independent
contractor, high-speed Internet and a land-line dedicated to the service are
required.
8.
Become a Freelance Writer – Online freelance writing entails creating
articles for a variety of websites. A freelance writer will research a
particular subject or use their own expertise to generate enticing articles for
a wide range of readers. Freelance writers are typically paid on a per-article
basis.
9.
Edit Copy from Home – Media websites that utilize online
freelance writers may also hire freelance copy editors. Editors proofread and
edit articles prior to publishing. Freelance editors are also generally paid on
a per-article basis. Typically, sites that use online freelance editors look
for copy editors with several years of experience.
10. Self-Publish
Books – There
are a number of electronic tablets on the market that allow you to read
paperless books. If you love to write fiction, looking into the self-publishing
options for eBooks can help you generate both buzz and income.
11. Make and
Sell Apps – The appeal
of smartphones and tablets lies largely in the wide range of apps available to
increase their functionality. If you have time on your hands and the gusto to
learn about developing apps online, you can spend your days building the new apps.
12. Peddle Your
Tailoring Skills – If
you’ve got a thimble for a thumb, do at home alterations. Advertise your
services on social media websites and by word of mouth. Set your appointment
hours and have your clients come to you.
13. Sell Your
Old Books! – Believe
it or not, there are people out there that make a full-time living off of
selling old and used books. You can peruse estate sales, tossed library books
or your own book shelves for books to sell online. You can even start a book
drop-off at your home for locals to drop off unwanted leisure, self-help or
textbooks.
14. Train as a
Medical Transcriptionist – Put
your listening and typing skills to work. Most doctors use an auto-dictation
system to record their notes on a specific patient. These audio notes need to
be transcribed for the patient’s medical records. To become a medical
transcriptionist you will need to take a short-term course to learn the proper
equipment and medical terminology. Courses range from 9 – 18 months and
financial aid may help you pay for tuition. If you have previously worked in
the medical field, you will have a leg up on others just breaking into the
field.
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Please let me know if these ideas
are helpful to you by posting a comment or emailing me at glynjordan@gmail.com.
Thanks, Glyn
