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Over the past few years there has been a surge in interest in online jobs and working from home. In part, this is due to the changing economy, as more and more businesses close their doors and business stability is called into question like never before. Working thirty years in a company and retiring has almost become a thing of the past as we move forward in the changing market.
Oddly enough, however, work-from-home jobs are not a new concept. In the past and in the present you can find everything from catering businesses to nurseries, the work was done from home. Due to the increase in knowledge (and its spread) through channels such as the Internet, working from home is becoming a reality for many people.
Now I know you’ve seen the videos and commercials making crazy promises. You see people traveling in expensive cars and boats, flying on jets talking about how they make millions online. I myself was one of the people who believed that I could achieve that level of success overnight. I’m sorry to say that was not the case. However, now I can honestly say that I work from home with some success (enough to support my family and enjoy it more). The information I have I hope to pass on to you the reader. I hope you avoid the traps I fell into and achieve your dream of working at home online.
An easy way to start a career online is through customer service. If you have a phone, a computer, and a reliable Internet connection, you’re on your way. A home-based agent is a person who works from home (usually in a home office) collecting or providing relevant information to a client. She will solve problems, answer questions, respond quickly to emails, all while maintaining a professional level of customer service.
You’re probably wondering, “What kind of money are we talking about, Gene?” Well, customer service agents who work from home can earn more than their traditional counterparts in the call center. Plus, many companies offer a benefits package, and just think how much money you’ll save on your gas every day. (Very important matter in today’s world)
Another online job that you can do from home is as a virtual assistant. You will provide administrative (and administrative) services to a client company while receiving compensation for your services. Some virtual assistants even provide technical or creative customer support, which means every day can be different. Typically, a virtual assistant position requires educational qualification and/or experience. There are many companies looking for virtual assistants of all kinds, so this is definitely a growing field.
Believe it or not, I only scratched the surface. Working from home is a reality in today’s world and many people are living their dream while supporting their families at the same time. In all things, stay positive and remember to never, never give up.
