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Posted by Rebecca Kelsey Sampson on Aug 27, 2015
Working from home is an amazing opportunity and because of that, a lot of scammers try to take advantage of unsuspecting men and women that are trying to get started in this remote worker world. So in an effort to help you keep from being scammed, we at Home Office Careers have some tips to share with you. If they ask you for money for a starter kit or money up front for training, it’s likely they are a scam or an opportunity that may be hard to work with regardless. Generally when...
Posted by Rebecca Kelsey Sampson on Aug 25, 2015
Working from home, as I’ve said on several occasions, is amazing AND challenging. It’s never just one or the other. Part of the challenge in it involves the expectations the world has placed onto us. I’ll go into these thoughts in this article but I’d love for you work from home novices and veterans to let me know what you thought about working from home before and after you got started in the comments! Myth #1: If you work from home you get to sleep in and work whenever you want — in...
Posted by Rebecca Kelsey Sampson on Aug 20, 2015
Whether you work from home or not, work can be stressful. Today I’m going to share with you all a few tips that I follow after a particularly tough day so that I can get back to my peppy self, and ready for work the next morning. Tip #1: Focus on the good If you were only able to get half of your to-do list done, that is still a huge success. Focus on the great things you accomplished this day aloud by sharing what you did get done with your husband, children,...
Posted by Rebecca Kelsey Sampson on Aug 18, 2015
I do not recommend eating from your desk or skipping lunch but let’s be honest, it happens. Especially when you work from home and are in delegation of your own time. If you do end up in an emergency situation where you need to eat at your desk, here are some snack ideas to keep your brain active and keep your stomach from grumbling. I tried to keep these snacks relatively on the healthy side but not all of them make the cut so do let me know in the comments some of your...
Posted by Rebecca Kelsey Sampson on Aug 14, 2015
I feel like it should be common sense to not work through lunch (or multitask by eating your lunch at your desk) yet I still fall into this trap. Why? We have all been hard wired into thinking multitasking will help us get more done. It really doesn’t. Yet it still feels like it will. Also, I’m multitasking right now. Bad Rebecca! So in order to motivate myself and you guys to not work through lunch or multitask during your lunch, I have a few factoids to share with you. Buffer has shared 8...
Posted by Rebecca Kelsey Sampson on Aug 10, 2015
Working from home is amazing but also pretty stressful. There are quite a few things that can go wrong and make you feel on-edge, as with any career path. Here are some of the stress-relieving tips and preventative measures that I personally follow to help keep my cool when I feel the little stress monsters getting to me. Make sure to share your tips in the comments so we can all become even less stressed! 1. Start the day with a grateful heart It can feel cheesy when you are just starting but...
Posted by Rebecca Kelsey Sampson on Aug 7, 2015
Working from home is a blessing and…interesting. Being at home for extended periods of time can create interesting dynamics between yourself, your work, and your family. Here are some thoughts that run between my mind, and the mind of many others, when working remotely or on your own schedule. 1. Sure, I can fit something else on my to-do list. This is probably the number one thought that crosses my mind. Being at home makes me think I have all the time in the world to be productive. But too many items on your...
Posted by Renee Arbia on Aug 5, 2015
The work at home revolution is becoming extremely popular with people of all ages. More and more companies are hiring employees who work at home. People are reaping in the plethora of rewards working at home offers and are happy with balance in their work and life for the first time in their lives. Working at home, however great it is, still has hurdles for workers, and many are giving up too soon. There is a pattern to these hurdles. The majority of work at home employees have the same hurdles they must learn...
Posted by Elna Cain on Aug 3, 2015
Working from home often means flexible work hours, the absence of commuting daily, fewer office disturbances and more time with family, right? But for many, working from home also means dealing with the every day tensions between your career and personal life – all in the comfort of your home. Recent studies have revealed that people who work from home tend to work longer hours than those who work in an office. This might mean the extra hours you put in will do little to reduce your growing stress and exhaustion level. While you...
Posted by Elna Cain on Jul 28, 2015
Working from home has its perks. But, one thing that many people do not realize is being at home might mean eating more. Unfortunately everything is within arm’s reach, which includes your kitchen, pantry, and fridge. With an endless food supply right at your fingertips, you might find it easier to escape your stress, boredom, or work procrastination by eating. Be careful about binge eating as it will cost you more for a cosmetic service too. You end up eating more often than you do when you’re at your office desk. Nobody will ever know whether you had...
Posted by Renee Arbia on Jul 24, 2015
It is a popular belief that working at home full-time is not really possible. In fact, those who work at home, will tell you it is much easier to live your life, if you work at home. Working at home gives you the freedom to control your own work pace, environment, schedule and life. You are your own boss and you answer to no one but yourself. People see working at home as a part time, in your pajamas, type of job – when presently it is so much more. Working at home means...
Posted by Renee Arbia on Jul 22, 2015
One of the main reasons people choose to work from home is the flexibility to be with their family. My husband and I met working together in a retail store, and have worked on many projects together. When our son was born he was at a regular job and I was home with my son. I missed working and he wanted to be home more. We compromised and both figured out ways to work at home. As a result of us both working at home our family life is very different in many ways,...
Posted by Emily Ann on Jul 20, 2015
So, you’ve read all the posts about it. You’re knowledgeable and you think you’re ready to begin your career working from home. Great! I’m here here to walk you through the first steps to getting started on your work-from-home career. First things first, it’s important to remember that working from home is not for everyone. Perfect candidates come in all different shapes and sizes and for different reasons. That’s why the first step to working from home is deciding if it’s the right move for you. The current pool of candidates who work from...
Posted by Elna Cain on Jul 17, 2015
While summer is a fun time for the kids, it can mean challenges for the work from home mom. Trying to balance life between work and kids – who need extra attention and more of your time – can make you stressed, leading to poor work output. You definitely want to have fun with your kids, but at the same time the demands for work requires your attention too. So whether you are an independent work at home mom or someone who is hired by a third party, the following summer survival tips can...
Posted by Elna Cain on Jul 15, 2015
Many people want to earn some extra income, whether they have a traditional job or they are a stay-at-home mom. One way to do this is through work from home jobs. Work from home or telecommuting jobs might not pay you attractive salaries like traditional office jobs, but there are ways to cut costs when working from home. Doing these specific things will help you make up the difference and allow you more financial freedom. So, here are 6 ways working from home can save your pocket by cutting regular costs and looking at...
Posted by Renee Arbia on Jul 13, 2015
Working at home definitely has lots of perks like starting your work day at the time that works best for you, having a flexible schedule, and having more time to spend doing the things you love. As together as most of us have it, we all have our frazzled days. If you happen to catch us on a frazzled day perhaps we have a nice dress shirt on top for our Skype conference and pajama bottoms on under the desk where the camera cannot see, we may occasionally procrastinate, or work longer hours than...
Posted by Emily Ann on Jul 10, 2015
If you ask any working professional for advice on how to get a great career right after you graduate, they’ll say this: Gain work experience. But how can you do this while still in school? It seems like an easy fix, but with so many different things factoring into a college student’s schedule, achieving this can be tricky. There’s a lot to consider. You may be thinking that in order to start gaining work experience, you need to decipher what exactly your field is. While this decision might be obvious for some people, most...
Posted by Elna Cain on Jul 2, 2015
Virtual interviews are gaining popularity nowadays, with more and more employers preferring such interview processes – especially when potential candidates are based in different geographical locations. A virtual interview helps an employer learn more about a possible candidate than a telephone interview would enable them to and allows them to get an overall sense of who the candidate is as a person. It also makes the hiring process comfortable and cost-effective for both employer and potential employee for the position. The most common virtual interviews occur on Skype or Google Hangouts. These two applications...
Posted by Selvaraj . on Jun 30, 2015
Look amazing in the sexy black and white swimsuit with added semi sheer panels that contrast perfectly with the other fabrics. The straps on this homeofficecareers x DressHead Women’s Two Piece Swimsuit – Native American Print are connected with durable d-rings so they stay firmly in place and can be adjusted at the shoulder. The contrasting fabrics overlap, creating a lovely wrapped look which slims your figure as it draws the eye around your body in style. A sexy scooped neckline shows off your bosom and enhances your bust line as well as providing...
Posted by Renee Arbia on Jun 29, 2015
The Work at Home Revolution is expanding. More and more people want to work at home, and companies are trying to meet the demands. However, there are countless benefits to the employee who works at home, but what about the benefits to the employer? Why is telecommuting so great for a companies’ bottom line? How can a company benefit by having employees who work at home? It is very common for companies to dispute the telecommuter employee. They will say they cannot work as well at home, they need to be managed, they will...
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