2011年12月26日 星期一

Telecommuting Job Idea - Transcription


Working as a transcriptionist is a great way to telecommute or work from home. Transcription simply means that you take spoken word and transcribe it into a written document. The person you are doing the transcription for usually speaks on a tape or records his voice as a digital file and then sends it to you. You simply type what you hear.

Of course there is software and hardware out there that will make the job easier by allowing you to slow down the recording you are transcribing.

Different Types of Transcription Positions

Medical Transcription

Medical transcription is probably the most common and best know type of transcription. Doctors and other medical staff record their comments and notes about a patient. The transcriptionist then transcribes the recording and the written document is added to the patients file. As a medical transcriptionist you should have a good understanding of medical terminology and their spelling. While a degree or course in medical transcription is not required, especially if you are working for smaller doctors' offices, it does help to gain more lucrative contacts and of course prepares you for the work ahead.

Legal Transcription

Almost everything in legal proceedings is recorded from interviews between attorneys and clients to actual trials. Many of the minor recordings are often outsourced to someone doing transcription from home. You could work for a few lawyers and turn their recordings into written documents that can be added to their client's files. As with medical transcription, there is quite a bit of specialized terminology, in this case legal lingo that you will come across when doing legal transcription. Previous experience in the field of law, or taking a class or home study course will help prepare you for your work as a legal transcriptionist.

Business

There is an increasing need for transcription in the business world. In addition to the traditional letter dictating work that you can pick up, there is an increasing demand for transcriptionists that will turn teleconferences and online meetings into written documents. It seems that almost any online business owner these days is holding teleseminars or teleconferences these days to communicate with both customers and business partners. While many people appreciate the option of listening to information, there are also quite a few who prefer to read a transcript of the call. You could stay busy just transcribing for a few online business owners, or work as a secretary taking dictations for a few traditional business owners in your area.

If you have good typing skills, transcription may be a great way for you to telecommute. Start with some general business or teleconference type jobs. If transcription is something you enjoy doing, it may be worth your wile to take a class or course to prepare you for medical or legal transcription, both of which require extensive knowledge of special terms in the respective field.




Nell Taliercio is the owner and founder of [http://www.telecommutingmoms.com] – which is a leading resource website with work at home jobs and everything a telecommuting mom would need. Come visit us today!





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2011年12月25日 星期日

Telecommuting Jobs - Where Are the Non-Phone Jobs?


I've had many people who have emailed me and private message me on my forum asking me where the non-phone jobs are. I have read on numerous work at home forums people asking for non-phone jobs mainly because they have babies, young children or because phone work is simply not their cup of tea. Add to this mix, some even state they have no experience.

Even to someone who has no experience, you have options.

One, you can choose to take a course online in a particular subject or choose to brush up on your skills such as your typing speed, learn Word or Excel. You can find a tutorial online or you can go to your local library and borrow a DVD.

Two, your other option we are going to discuss six telecommuting job options for people who have no experience and who prefers non-phone work.

1. Writing - Almost everyone can write and compose a sentence. You don't have to be a professional writer to get paid. I'm not talking about companies who require their applicants to have a journalism degree or writing degree. AssociatedContent.com requires you to write well with proper grammar and spelling. They have a variety of categories you can write about. It's a good entry-level start to get paid for writing which may open you to other writing jobs whether it's ghostwriting or freelancing jobs.

2. Blogging - I'm sure you often wonder how you can make money blogging. It's really quite simple. Blogging, in my opinion, is a great outlet to practice and to hone your writing skills.

Once you have started a blog, you can bring in revenue by monetizing your blog in several ways. You can add Google AdSense ads, Text Link ads, sell ad space, and promote affiliate programs or business opportunities. Another way is to get involved with "Get Paid To Blog".

What is "Get Paid To Blog"?

Get paid to blog are companies who have advertisers who would like bloggers to write about their products or services. Pay varies from company to company.

Or there are many blogging companies who will pay you to write blog articles for their blogs.

3. Texting - Texting is not for everyone. You use your computer to chat with a person of the opposite sex. Usually the conversations are adult-oriented.

4. General or Legal Transcription - While general or legal transcription doesn't require specialized training, it does require a good ear, speed and accuracy. There are some companies who will hire without prior experience, but you are required to meet their standards.

5. Virtual Assistant - You can market yourself as a Virtual Assistant. There are many basic tasks you can perform if you're not an experienced administrative assistant. There are people who look to outsource easy clerical tasks such as article submitting, promoting or partial maintenance of their websites like link checking, answer general inquiries, advertising etc. Oftentimes, people are looking for ghostwriters because either they aren't good writers or they don't have time to write. It's a good idea to brush up on all of your skills or become more knowledgeable in areas where you are lacking so you can be more marketable and versatile.

6. Forum Posting - You're certainly not going to get rich doing this, but you will make some money.

What is forum posting?

Forum posting is boosting forum activity for forum owners. You create topics or reply to topics of interest. Depending on the specifications, you are either paid by post, length of post, number of posts etc.

With all jobs there is a learning curve and each of these options will require learning in progress, but there is tons of free information on the web that will help you along the way. The best way is hands on experience, trial and error and learning from others.

If you're determined to work at home, have no previous experience, prefer non-phone jobs and a willingness to learn, these six options are a good starting point to gain some valuable experience. Although the income may be on the low end at the beginning, it is something to be expected, but as you gain more experience, you will also see an increase in your pay scale. This will also open you up to better and higher paying telecommuting jobs and positions in the future.




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Telecommuting Job Idea: Legal Document Coder


Legal document coders provide a very specialized service for law firms. They organize the legal documents to make research easier for the lawyers. By using databases to organize things, the information can be found quickly, allowing more time to be dedicated to the case at hand.

Where to find a job as a legal document coder: There are many companies that offer document coding that may hire freelance workers. You could contact law firms in your area, especially smaller law firms, who may need occasional help.

Skills you need: You need to be able to do Objective Coding (a basic index of each document, including dates, author of the document, recipients, type, title, where stored) and Subjective Coding (includes keywords from the document itself for searches). If you have some basic knowledge of the law, it is helpful. Some companies only want to hire entry-level lawyers or paralegals, so they have a better understanding of the documents.

You should be able to learn the filing system that each law firm uses quickly, so you can step in and do the job efficiently. You should also be aware of the various styles of indexing that can be applied to the documents, including inventory, bibliographic, and detailed indexing.

You should have excellent typing skills (40 WMP or better) with high accuracy. You should be able to read quickly and accurately as well.

Tools you need: A reliable computer and internet connection are necessary if you will be working from home. A printer, scanner and fax are useful tools for transferring files to the law office. But, since many of the documents may be confidential in nature, they may have to send them through the post office or other delivery service. You should have a standard word processor and database programs. Some companies may have a preferred program that you may have to purchase.

How much money can you make? Depending on skill and experience, you could make upwards of $9 an hour.




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Telecommute Smart - Work From Home


The internet brought the world closer; at your fingertips literally speaking; and today life is such that you don't even need to go to office to work. It is so easy to get connected and work from home. Work-from-home opportunities are many and they can meet almost all kinds of qualifications and requirements.

There are telecommute jobs available on the internet that can cater to all types of professional qualifications. The list of jobs is endless. There is also an option where you can continue your existing job but you telecommute from home maybe 3 or 4 days a week and go to office 1 or 2 days tops. This way you keep the job you are settled in and handle the home front too, it's like "having your cake and eating it too".

What you need to know

There are some points you will need to keep in mind before you switch to working from home or modifying your routine to incorporate telecommuting. But, if you find that telecommuting is not an option at your place of work, then you could look for alternate employment that will give you the required flexibility. If you already have a job and want to switch to telecommute then talk to your boss first and find out if it's an agreeable option.

If yes, then...

*Assess your home environment. Is it conducive to working from home?

*Make a list of jobs that need your attention at home on a daily basis.

*Tally up the hours you need for house/kids/shopping/laundry etc etc.

*Make time slots so work gets done "on time every time"; as far as is humanly possible of course.

*Make space for your "office". You need peace and quiet and a nice place that makes you feel like working. Putting the

computer on a table in the living room amid the clutter and brouhaha will not help your mental state.

*Now you have the relevant data to convince your boss that you can do this. Talk to him/her to work out the work schedules and logistic and administrative requirements.

*Surf the internet and you will find that there are lots of websites that not only give you options and ideas but also guide you on how you can go about finding the one best suited to your requirements.

Types of telecommute jobs

There are many kinds of job options in the world today:

*Telecommuting can be done in a totally virtual environment where you don't meet anyone, all your communication is on phone or email or chat and you work for them. They pay you as per a pre-agreed contract or discussion.

*Another option is where you work 80% of the time from home, the rest at office or doing important work related movement.

*A third option is where you are required to check in every now and then, be prepared for some work related travel, meetings, conferences etc.

*Some work from home option need local employees so that you are easy to access.

There are jobs out there in cyber world and they need you and your qualifications. So get your resume, look for the right job and get started. Telecommuting is IN.




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2011年12月24日 星期六

Work at Home Jobs - 3 Questions to Consider Before Applying


I've been in the work at home industry for nearly ten years and I'm still dismayed at all the home job scams that I see. But there is one difference over the years...unfortunately, these scammers have grown much wiser at scamming the average home job seeker. These same desperate searchers keep falling for these scams time and time again and of course, this only sets them up for even MORE fear of being scammed. And sadly, it all makes perfect sense that they end up giving up.

What most people don't know...there is a solution to this. You can prevent yourself from being the fallen victim of a deceitful Internet scam! The secret is knowing exactly what to look out for when conducting a search for a legitimate telecommuting job.

Below are the three basic factors to look for in the legitimacy of an online company

1) Does the company provide contact information?

Contact with the employer is the most important. If you're going to work for an employer, of course you will need to easily communicate with that person. Same as an offline job...you need communication. A legitimate company will always provide a real working phone number and/or a email address.

2) Does the company explain in detail exactly what you will be doing?

If the company is vague about what you will be doing and also states that you will easily earn X amount of dollars in a very short time, then you can bet it's a scam. If you see this on a company website, don't read any further...move onto the next job lead.

3) Does the company ask for start up fees or registration fees?

You should never have to pay for a home based job. A legitimate company will not require start up or registration fees from you. The only fees that may be required from you is from a background check, headset (usually for customer support work), or a foot pedal (for transcription work). Sometimes you will find a company that will pay for all equipment needed to complete the job duties. But, if a company requires fees other than for stated above, then they are a scam. Don't waste your money and fall for these schemes.

By following the above tips, hopefully your job search will be considerably less difficult and more importantly...you won't be scammed from your efforts.

One Last Tip: If the job sounds "too good to be true," than it most likely is.

For example: If the company states you will have guaranteed earnings of $25 per hour or more, I'd be skeptical of such a statement, and I would be sure to contact the employer directly to back this up. Always follow your gut instincts.

Much success to you with your job search!




Article Written By Tammy Embrich

Tammy has been successful in the work at home industry for 4 years now. She is an Internet marketer, article marketer, and ghostwriter. She offers free job leads for the job seeker, as well as articles, tips, and more at Work At Home Jobs.

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Recruiting Telecommuters - What You Need to Know


No one wants to drive to work anymore. Even the professionals who commute by train are looking for ways to stay at home and work on their PCs and laptops. Why not? The information age has evolved into the telecommuting age and we don't have to get up and go to work anymore. If you have some skills that are in demand you can now offer them via internet. If you're an employer or recruiter, you can save on overhead by cutting down to a smaller space and outsourcing. It's a win/win situation.

If you're going to recruit telecommuters, begin by purchasing some top-quality web based recruiting software. If you think you've seen it all when doing conventional recruiting, wait until you start looking for help on the web. Your best bet is to bring your short list of candidates in for the interview process. They might be able to telecommute for the job itself, but you want to meet everyone before you do any hiring. Some onsite training might not be a bad idea either. Those who don't want to invest at least a little time in the office are not the type of employees you want.

Once hired, the management for telecommuters is different also. If this is your first venture into this type of employment you may not know what to look for in the initial hiring process, so getting to know new employees will be a difficult process for you. The job recruiting software designed for tracking telecommuters will tell you what their skill sets are, but unfortunately it will not tell you how to communicate with them with emails and chat features. Video conferencing will help if you're a face-to-face kind of person, but your telecommuter might not be. In many cases, that's why they looked for at-home work in the first place.

There's a lot of talent out there in the telecommuting workforce. Stay-at-home moms with master's degrees, socially challenged but brilliant innovators, and students with great potential who can be molded to be what you need for the future - all are available by web and not able to come in for a traditional job. By opening your doors up to them you'll be bringing in resources your competitors won't have access to. Try it for a while and use your job applicant tracking system to keep tabs on how they do. You may find that the part of your workforce that telecommutes outperforms the onsite personnel.

Read the science fiction of the 1950s and 60s and you'll see a common theme where people stay at home and interact through their computers. Ironically, the imagined machines depicted in those novels are the realities of today. Video conferencing happened on Star Trek, didn't it? Is matter transporting next? It's not likely, at least not in the near future, but telecommuting to work is the next best thing. Managing those who do it is a close second. Just think of all the in-office drama you won't have to deal with when you have a virtual workforce instead of a physical one.




Experiencing the hiring industry firsthand, I have developed a strong knowledge base in recruiting and business innovation. I hope my articles are informative and can help small companies answer their technical questions as they look to modernize their hiring efforts and prepare for changes in the economy:

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2011年12月23日 星期五

Using Keywords to Find Legitimate Telecommuting Job Leads


Many people are choosing telecommuting as an option to bring in an income while being at home. Whatever the reasons that we choose to work at home, the one thing we all have in common is the problem of locating legitimate jobs online. We often come online with the idea that finding a job online will be easy.

Unfortunately it’s not usually that easy. What you will often run into are the scams for working at home. Why is that though? We often find the job search websites and plug in two common keywords. These two keywords are often the reason many of us give up on finding a legitimate job because all that pulls up are the scams.

The keywords I’m speaking of are:

•Work at home

•Work from home

--> With the keywords “work at home,” you’re almost 100% guaranteed to pull up scams or business opportunities, and not the legitimate jobs. Now don’t get me wrong, there can be legit jobs in these keywords. Iit takes much longer to find them, and it’s much harder to locate them. In my 4 plus years of working at home, I’ve discovered lesser used keywords that yield me much better results.

Popular Keywords:

•Telecommuting

•Telecommute

•Telecommuter

--> These three keywords are second to “work at home” in their popularity. A pro of these keywords is that many leads will be listed with them. I find legitimate job leads using these keywords every time I search with them. I also find the scams, but overall these keywords are great to use with your job search.

7 More Keywords to Use

•Must have home office
•1099
•IC or independent contractor
•Virtual office and virtual
•Remote contractor
•Off-site
•Freelance

--> Next on the list are these 7 keywords. Next to telecommuting, these are my favorite. Often they will pull up legitimate jobs. You won’t always find a good variety of leads all the time. Sometimes the deeper you dig, the better the jobs and the better your chance that hundreds of other people haven’t found that same job.

Last 3 Keywords to Try

•Must have DSL
•Home-based
•Home-based employee

--> Last, I use these 3 keywords when finishing up my job search. I don’t always find leads with these keywords on every job search site I go to, but the more job search sites you go to, the better your chance you’ll find leads with all these keywords. You can find a list of over 25 job search sites at [http://www.mommysplace.net/work_at_home_job_sites.html]

Basically, the more keywords you use and the more job sites you go to, the better your chance at locating legitimate job leads. Even if it takes you a few hours a week to do your searching, with all the keywords and job search sites, it’s worth it in the end if you land a job!

Another thing to keep in mind for speeding up the job search is to know what a scam looks like so you can avoid it. I’ve gotten to the point where I can usually just read the title of the “job” and know right away it’s a scam. If I do click in a job lead, within a few seconds I can determine if it’s a scam or sketchy. I wasn’t able to do that when I first started out in the telecommuting field, though. In my time of being scammed and reading others being scammed, I discovered the common scams and the common red flags. Read more about scams, red flags, and links to research scams at [http://www.mommysplace.net/work_at_home_scams.html]

In closing, I’d like to say that using these keywords is a good start. When you find legitimate jobs, really search through the description and see what keywords they use. When you find a new keyword, jot that down and add it to your keyword list. The more keywords you use, the better your chance of finding and landing a legitimate job!

Happy Job Hunting!




Nell Taliercio is the owner and founder of TelecommutingMoms.com [http://www.telecommutingmoms.com] – which is a leading resource website with work at home jobs [http://www.telecommutingmoms.com] and everything a telecommuting mom would need. Come visit us today!





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Telecommuting Job Idea: Virtual Assistant


One of the newest jobs available today is a virtual assistant. With so many jobs being completed through the internet, having virtual office staff only makes sense. It helps companies keep down overhead, and allows more workers the flexibility to telecommute. While there are training programs to teach you how to become a virtual assistant, many people already possess the skills needed. You simply need to learn to market yourself, showing the potential employer you're the perfect person for the job.

Where to find a job as a virtual assistant: There are virtual assistant associations found on the internet that could assist in your training and job search. Some people who run home offices advertise for a virtual assistant, to help them stay organized without having to have an outside person come to their home. The VA will help them stay current by answering e-mails, reminding them of appointments, and other office administrative duties. Some VA assistant jobs may require occasional office visits, so you would need to live within driving distance of the office.

Skills you need: You should have good people skills, knowing how to communicate well both over the phone and through written correspondence. Being organized is a must, as that is the main reason most people need a virtual assistant: to help them stay organized. Good typing skills are also crucial.

Tools you need: You will need a reliable computer, with word processing database, spreadsheet, calendar programs and internet connection (high speed is best). You may also want to have an unlimited long distance phone plan, as you may be calling clients or setting up appointments for your employer all over the country, possibly even the world. A hands-free phone might also be a good investment. A fax machine is a good idea, as well as a printer and scanner (many units combine all three features in one machine).

How much money can you make? If you find a full-time position, as opposed to freelancing for a few clients, the income will vary. Some companies pay VA's anywhere from $20-$50 an hour.




Nell Taliercio is known as the Telecommuting Answer Lady and owns [http://www.telecommutingmoms.com] where you can locate legitimate work at home jobs and practical advice to start working at home tomorrow!





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2011年12月22日 星期四

vWorker - A Telecommuter Review


Here's my vWorker review for anyone that would like to learn a little more about one of the most inspirational sources of telecommuting dreams. vWorker.com used to be called Rentacoder.com, but just changed their name to vWorker.com to reflect their large variety of available projects. Whether you're a marketing guru, web development master, or elite graphic designer, there is work for you at vWorker.

They now boast close to 300,000 virtual workers and almost half as many employers. That's one employer for every two workers! You have pretty good odds of finding some work if you're even slightly above average in any field of work. Even though there does seem to be a lot of outsourcing going on there, there is still room for Americans to get plenty of real telecommuting possibilities. Many employers also specifically mention that they are looking for someone they can trust to do long-term work, not just one or two projects.

If you are worried about the security of transactions, the trustworthiness of vWorker, or the employers you'll work with, don't worry! They have implemented a really nice system that works to everyone's benefit. If a virtual worker doesn't complete the job the employer will not have to pay for the entire job. If a virtual worker does complete the job and the buyer disappears all the funds will be distributed to the worker, as failure to communicate within a certain time frame guarantees funds to the one that is still communicating.

I'd like to think my vWorker review has helped you determine whether or not you have a chance to be a successful telecommuter. I think anyone can have a telecommuter career, as long as they have patience to grow their portfolio and credentials so that employers will be willing to pay well for expertise and experience. It also helps to get hired for new projects!




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Work At Home Telecommuting As A Call Center Agent


If you are looking online for jobs you can do at home, you will undoubtedly have come across many home business opportunities where you get to do work such as affiliate marketing or joining an MLM program. Opportunities and advice on starting your own home business are advertised all over the Internet, however, real jobs you can do at home are nigh on impossible to locate.

Why is this? Well, for a start, not all jobs are suitable for home based employment so the opportunities for working at home are reduced. Another reason is that employers have been slow to catch on to the idea of employing staff to work at home. Instead of considering the massive savings they could make in terms of office space, lighting, heating and so on, employers focus on the fact that they will be unable to directly supervise their staff members. If staff are paid by results, they have a better chance of finding jobs where they can work from home than if they were paid a set hourly rate.

All these things combine to limit the number of work at home jobs available. Demand for work at home jobs currently far exceeds the supply. There are, however, a couple of areas where real work at home jobs are becoming more plentiful; one area where the number of jobs at home on offer are increasing is in call-center work.

Anyone who has needed to contact a company's Customer Service Department and has been routed to a call-center will know that many of them are based overseas but there is a less well-known trend for hiring more local call-center staff. Between 2000 and 2007 the number of home-based call-center employees in the USA tripled. According to research conducted by Yankee Group there are more than 670,000 work at home phone agents employed in the USA and Canada alone.

Working at home as a call-center agent has many of the advantages of running your own home business including the obvious ones such as flexible working hours and no commuting. You are, however, an employee just as much as if you were working in your employer's building and your earning potential is dictated by how much work the employer provides. Home-based call-center workers are normally contractors who are paid for the actual number of minutes they spend on the phone to customers. Working hours, although flexible, have to be sanctioned by the employer, so you can't just decide to change your hours without giving any notice.

Hourly rates of pay for work at home call-center staff are not particularly high and depend upon the type of work undertaken. For example if your job is to simply take down customer orders over the phone, you will not earn as much as you would providing technical support or in a position requiring sales skills.

When considering the rates of pay for a home-based call-center agent job, you need to take into account that by working at home, you will be saving money. For example, you won't have to pay for fares or fuel, you won't have to maintain a working-clothes wardrobe and, if you are a parent (as most people who want to work at home are), you won't have to pay expensive child-care fees. Despite the comparatively low rates of pay, telecommuting as a call-center agent is worth considering if you want a job where you can work at home.




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2011年12月21日 星期三

The Pro's and Con's of Telecommuting - As Seen Through The Eye's of a Seasoned Telecommuter


Janelle Delacorte has been happily answering calls for the Home Shopping Network and various infomercials since November 2004.

Several nights out of the week she tucks the kids in to bed, turns around, takes 20 or so odd steps, and arrives at the office. In her pajama's, no less.

Janelle is a telecommuter.

According to the 2004 ITAC American Interactive Consumer Survey, she's one of 24.1 million people who is employed by a company, and works from home. And as you can imagine, she loves her job.

In a recent interview she confided with me about the pro's and con's of telecommuting.

Pro's:


Working at home - especially if you have children. Janelle has a 1 and 3 year old. Having the kids at home with her has saved their family tens of thousands of dollars in day care costs.

"I was a latch key kid growing up, and that's not something I wanted for my children," she says. "By working at home I've been able to see them pass all of their major milestones, and I'm very grateful for that."



Being able to choose your own hours.
The company Janelle works for routes calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Even better, she can work in 30 minute increments, not a straight 8 hour shift as you would in a traditional office.

This enables her to work while the kids are asleep. And even if she wants to squeeze in a 1/2 hour during their nap time, she can do so.



Not having to commute.
Los Angeles - where Janelle lives - has the worst rush hour traffic in the United States, according to the American Automobile Association. Not to mention some of the highest gas prices.

Janelle's family has saved over $200 dollars a month by eliminating her daily commute to the office.



Not having to invest in office attire.
With two toddler age children, and a new car, Janelle's family expenses expanded dramatically in the past 3 years. However with a cut in certain expenses, like office clothes, they've been able to allocate that money to their newest bills, without feeling overwhelmed.


Con's:


Voice strain.
If you're not accustomed to talking continuously for long periods of time, you might find your throat hurting for the first week or so until your body adapts.

"When I began answering calls for the infomercial people I had to read a relatively long script, depending on the product being sold. Those first few days were murder on my throat," says Janelle.

Her solution was to keep a warm cup of tea nearby, as well as a glass of room temperature water with lemon.

"It's very important to keep your throat hydrated with the right things, or you'll lose your steam very early on," she advises.


The pay can be volatile for those who are new to the game. Janelle get's paid anywhere from $.17-$.27 per minute when she's on the phone with a customer. So if you choose a slow period, you could literally make less than a dollar an hour.

"When I first started with HSN I would have really busy times when I'd be on the phone for almost the entire hour. Then there would be times when the phone would ring 1 or 2 times," she says.

"Now before I book my hours I look at what's going to be selling during that time frame. Some items just attract a lot more buyers. So I schedule my work time around those hot sellers, and my checks have been getting consistently better."

She advises workers in her field to keep a diary of what's selling when they work, so they'll know where the most calls come from.


Not having a separate worklife away from home.
Janelle says she sometimes misses the adult companionship and change of pace that an outside office provides.

"Yes, I sometimes long for a little watercooler banter," she laughs. "But when I can roll out of bed, put on my headset and start work anytime of the day or night, I realize that I still have one of the best jobs in the world."





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Types of Telecommuting Positions - Part One


If you're new to the telecommuting job search; you probably have a lot of questions about what types of positions you can apply for. There are several kinds of jobs that are frequently being offered as a telecommuting position by several companies. Here are some of the options you may find when browsing the job boards:

Customer Service Agent

This is the most popular and easier to find jobs online. There are several companies that hire people to work from home providing customer service for several clients. You could be using the telephone, live chat or even email correspondence to provide the service. The level of experience you need for this position depends on the company's requirements, but they can vary from no experience to a couple years of experience. Each website should say what they have for that requirement.

Transcription

Transcription is typing up audio content into a word document. There are three types of transcription positions that you might encounter in your job search. The types are:

General - You would type up materials from focus groups, financial meetings, and presentations. This type of telecommuting position doesn't require a lot of experience to do. Companies that hire for this position usually look for ability to type fast, ability to listen, and take direction well.

Legal - This is where you would be transcribing legal content for lawyer's offices. This type of transcription usually requires one to have at least a year experience working in the lawyer's office, so that they are familiar with the legal terms.

Medical - You would be transcribing Doctor's notes and files that are sometimes sent to insurance companies. This is the harder type of transcription to land. This type usually requires medical transcription training and some experience working in the field. The companies will not pay for your schooling, so you'll have to pay your own way.

Scoping

A scopist works with a court reporter. Basically you would receive the rough data from the court reporter and clean it up for them. You would do the research, type up the correct information, change the formatting and look for any questionable items the rough data may contain. The court reporter would then proofread your work to be sure everything is correctly in place. This kind of job would require you to have a scopist training under your belt and the necessary equipment needed to do your job. This can be costly.

Social Media Manager

Social Media Managers are people whose job is to scour all social networks, communicate with the target audience of a company and respond to any negative comments being published within these networks. Basically, your primary duty is to socialize with other people important to the company you work for.

You would need to have a good understanding of most of the social networks online and continually research the available tools that pop up frequently to make social networking easier for those who participate. Most companies that hire for this position aren't necessarily looking for on the job experience; they will oftentimes hire based on your knowledge and experience using them in your personal life. This list is only a portion of what's available online today for telecommuters. More types of positions will follow in an upcoming article.




Nell Taliercio has been working at home full time since 2004. She's worked as a telecommuter, virtual assistant and affiliate marketer. In 5 years she's discovered many secrets to finding legitimate work at home jobs and securing them. You can find work at home job information and tips at: http://www.justonlinejobs.com





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2011年12月20日 星期二

We Could All Use Extra Money - Telecommuting Is An Option


Rising fuel prices, employment layoffs, an increase in the number of foreclosures and talk of an upcoming recession have put many people in panic. Money is tight or nonexistent in many households, and although some people may appear to be financially secure, the majority of the population in the United States is living from pay check to paycheck. Debt has forced some people to have two or three jobs. You should realize, however, that although you may need a part-time job in addition to your full-time gig, it may not be necessary for you to leave your home to work that second job. More companies like 1-800-Flowers and Cloud 10 are hiring employees who work via computer from their own homes.

Telecommuting benefits both employers and telecommuters. Telecommuters can look forward to saving gas, eliminating a commute, more time with their families, and in some cases, decreased stress. Employers reduce overhead costs by hiring employees who use their own equipment and work in their own space.

Work-from-home jobs are also one of the biggest scams on the internet. Although there are legitimate jobs out there, unscrupulous people tend to prey on others who need money and are desperate. Scam artists tend to advertise illegal pyramid schemes or phony business opportunities as work at home jobs. For example no one should have to purchase their own stock for a job. No one should wire money out of their own bank account for a job. A work from home job should not entail trying to get friends or family to sign up for a program with you being paid primarily through the sign-ups. There are appointment setting work at home jobs. Appointment setting is just a fancy method of telemarketing. Unless they are excellent sales people, good marketers, have a little start-up money, and a keen business sense, most people who are underemployed, unemployed or otherwise in debt, are looking for jobs. Telecommuting could be a convenient solution.




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The Perfect Work-From-Home Job For Laid-Off Workers


Instead of scouring the internet in search of their next job, many workers who have been laid-off are using their online time to scope out work-from-home opportunities. Several factors conspire to make it a perfect storm as to why: ie, high gas prices, skyrocketing food costs and the overall threat of a recession.

Given these factors, telecommuting jobs are appealing on several fronts: (i) they save on gas. After all, you don't have to drive anywhere. (ii) You eat at home, so there are no lunch costs; and (iii) you are more likely to keep the few dollars you do have in your pocket because you're not tempted by shops and boutiques.

So, what is this perfect job for laid-off workers? Freelance writing. And, it's perfect for the following reasons.

No Startup Costs: Even receiving the maximum amount of unemployment is not enough to go splurging on business startup costs. To start a freelance writing career, you need nothing more than a computer and a phone. And, as you probably already have these two things, you're good to go.

You can literally start from the kitchen table, a closet - or even in the middle of your bedroom. You don't need bookshelves, a separate room or any of the other items associated with starting a home business.

Free, Easy Marketing: Freelance writing is the perfect career choice for those who don't like dealing with people. If you're shy and/or not accustomed to selling it is no impediment to starting a freelance writing career. Why?

Because all of your marketing can be done via email. You don't need to dress up, worry about your appearance, spend gas to go to a meeting or learn "sales skills." Most marketing for freelance writing jobs these days is done via email query.

A few lines of text, and you're done. And, as it's email, it's easy on the pocketbook too - as in, FREE!

Unlimited Job Opportunities: Freelance writing is a reputable, growing niche in the work-from-home opportunity sector. Consider the following.

Every day, millions of people log onto the internet. And, the number one thing they're searching for online is information. Who writes most of it? Freelance writers.

From reviews for travel sites to car loan tips for buyers, most successful websites have one thing in common - lots and lots of information. And, most of the time the site owner has hired a freelance writer to provide it.

Freelance writing is the perfect work-from-home job opportunity for laid-off workers, especially those who want to quit the 9-5 world once and for all.




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2011年12月19日 星期一

Types of Telecommuting Positions - Part Two


In the first article we talked about a few types of telecommuting positions. That article only skimmed the surface of what's really available to you.

Here are a few more options to consider when doing your telecommuting job search:

Help Desk

Help desk kind of goes along the lines of customer service agent. The main difference is the help desk focuses their help on a certain aspect of the company. For example, one could be helping customers with software issues, computer problems or a particular product problem.

This kind of position would require you to have some experience in whatever part of the job you would be helping with. Knowledge in that area would also be important for this position. There are some companies that will hire someone with little or no experience and train them on what they need to, but they aren't seen as often.

Web Designer

If you have any on the job experience designing websites or if you have done some well-crafted sites for yourself or friends, then this could be an option for you to look into. Web designing is always needed with someone online.

Everyday websites are going up and the people who own these site domains need a well designed place to put their content. Most of these people know that a high quality site will bring them closer to success than a poorly crafted one, so they will find someone who can help them out.

There are many companies who will hire a team of designers to work on their clients' sites and there are others that will hire someone to work on their own sites. You will need to have good designing software or tools to be able to get one of these jobs, should you feel you would like to try your hand at it.

Virtual Assistant

A virtual assistant who basically performs administrative duties from their home office. They can perform several types of duties, such as data entry, customer service, bookkeeping, web designing, writing, telemarketing, sales and transcription. Not all virtual assistants do the same duties, as each company has different needs.

If you can do some basic administrative duties, you can still get a position as a virtual assistant. You may not be paid as much as those who can do more skilled jobs, but it gives you a chance to hone your skills to gain more experience for the higher paid virtual assistant jobs.

These are some of the more common types of telecommuting jobs available. The list, of course, goes on to include several more. Jobs like, data entry, graphic artist, web developer, accounting, writing, and proofreading.

Before you start to look for a telecommuting position, you should take a look at yourself and see what skills or experiences you do have. When you know which type of position works for your skill set, then you can narrow your job searching down to that type of job, instead of just looking at hundreds of job ads trying to decide what to do.




Nell Taliercio has been working at home full time since 2004. She's worked as a telecommuter, virtual assistant and affiliate marketer. In 5 years she's discovered many secrets to finding legitimate work at home jobs and securing them. You can find work at home job information and tips at: http://www.justonlinejobs.com





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Telecommuting Job Idea: Resume Writer


If you are a creative, but concise writer, then being a resume writer could be the perfect job for you. Many people have a good deal of job experience, but don't know the best way to present it to a potential employer. With just the right polish and editing, their resume could put them at the top of the pile. While there are programs out there that can "help" write a resume, nothing beats the human touch. If you add helping with cover letters, you could have a business going in no time.

Where to find a job as a resume writer: You could hang signs on college campuses. Students who are facing graduation and job hunting are always worried about writing a good resume. There are websites that offer resume services, so you could contact them and see if they hire freelance writers.

Skills you need: You should be able to convey the crucial information in a way that highlights the job seeker's strengths. You should be able to creatively represent the information without embellishing in a way that misrepresents the skills.

You need to be able to write the different styles of resumes: Reverse Chronological, Functional, or a Combination. You also need to be aware of the current trend of people writing a CV (Curriculum Vitae), rather than a standard resume. A CV tends to focus on education, writing, and research experience for academic fields.

Tools you need: A reliable computer, internet connection and basic word processor program are all you really need. Although, if you are doing work for local customers, you may need a printer as well.

How much money can you make? Some resume services charge around $250 for a resume, CV and cover letter package.




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Real Telecommute Jobs


I would like to talk to you about telecommuting jobs from real companies. There's a good chance that if you've done any type of work at home research on the internet you would have come across numerous scams and false promises. You may have probably encountered those sites which charge you an upfront fee to become an employee. Let me say this now. Those sites are scams...ALL of them! You should never have to pay someone to work for them. However, you must be aware of what you are paying for. After all, there are many work at home opportunities which require you to pay for information on how to do a job or an opportunity.

In essence, you are not paying to become an employee but rather for the information the company or individual has taken the time to prepare and present to you. For example, you pay a membership fee to gain access to a database which provides you with hundreds of work at home opportunities. However, you may not be paying for an actual job, just the information to get one.

Telecommuting Jobs From Real Employers

So with that said, I am glad to be able to tell you that there are actually companies who hire individuals to work from home. Many of these are real organizations listed with the BBB and primarily hire their employees to do work for them at home. With all the work at home scams on the net, however, these are not very easy to find.

Jobs can include various categories such as:

Assembly

Clerical Work

Computer Work

Data Entry

Editors

Home Based Research

Marketing

Medical Coding

Sales

Transcriptionists

Translators

Typists

Writers

and More!

You should note, however, that most telecommuting jobs require some type of skill (just like your real job). If you are looking for simple jobs with no skills required, I won't recommend telecommuting jobs for you.

Wishing you success!




Ross is the owner of Work At Home website http://www.legitonlinejobs.com





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2011年12月18日 星期日

Telecommuting - Income For Holiday Cash


There is some desperation around work at home town from folks needing to make some extra cash for the holidays. Everyday I see members of many message forums searching for an honest online job. Here it is...just two short months before Christmas day.

Is it too late to realistically find a telecommute job and make money with it in time for the big holiday?

Well, that all depends on the type of position applied for and the company. Sometimes folks get lucky and get an interview right away, and other times it could take weeks or months. Most times, it is a matter of being in the right place at the right time.

Should one feel optimistic about finding a home based position right away? Absolutely!

A job seeker should begin their search with confidence and motivation. Without it, they won't get very far. Also, repetition of applications is key when trying to land a home job. Apply consistently and think positive. There is still a chance to make some holiday cash for this year.

But the question is...what type of work is actually available online and where can one find it?

There are many positions that can be done at home. A lot of online companies are looking to hire home-based contract workers. The jobs range from bookkeeping, customer service and support, writing, blogging, transcription, admin assistant, and others.

Search for home employment on job related websites such as Careerbuilder.com, Craigslist.org, Monster.com, Jobbank.com, and others. Do a search for those sites with the keywords "work at home job boards" or "home job boards." If you're particularly searching for writing or blogging jobs, take a look at jobs.problogger.net.

You can also search on message boards. There are usually specific sections for telecommuting jobs. Sign up on these forums and stay updated on the listings.

Important Tip: You will need to create a professional resume that can be tailored for specific jobs...as most telecommute companies require a resume. It's also a good idea to include a cover letter. Your resume and cover letter is your key to an interview.

Did you know that holiday sales often represent as much as 75% of a retailer's annual profits? These retailers routinely are busiest at this time of year. So...in truth, it may be easier to find a work at home position closer to the holidays. But, one never knows until placing one foot in front of the other and trying.

I wish you luck, wealth, and happiness throughout this holiday season!




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Protect Yourself From Fake Work At Home Jobs With These Four Simple Tips


It's probably no surprise to you that people want your hard-earned money. And unfortunately, when it comes to work from home opportunities, scams seem to be all the more prevalent on the internet today.

Take note of the four points discussed below when scanning the available work from home jobs on the internet, in your email box, or in your local newspaper. They will help you weed out potential scams that may come about.

1. Does the company hiring ask you for an administrative fee as a condition to be hired?

Imagine, if you will, you're sitting in an interview for a traditional job and things are going great. You nailed all the answers that the potential employer has thrown at you and you can tell by the look on her face that she is impressed. Then the words you've been longing to hear come next. "Well, that should be it, if you're interested we would like for you to fill the position. Is this something you'd like to pursue?" After three long months of searching and interviewing, you respond with a resounding "Yes!"

Your new employer smiles, stands up to shake your hand and says, "Great, I'll take you down to accounting so you can write them a check for $60 to cover a small administration fee so that we can get your information processed and everything set up for your new job immediately."

Doesn't sound right, does it? You know good and well a traditional employer would never do this. They need your skills and your work so they pay you. And that's the way a real telecommuting job should be, too. To an employer, you are just another employee in the scheme of things. Beware when you are asked to put down your own money for a position. That's just how these so-called businesses make their money.

2. Is the salary highlighted in the job ad?

You've seen them. "Make $500/week!", "$10,000/month potential." Avoid them plain and simple. Legitimate telecommuting positions like traditional job listings hardly ever come out and give an exact amount you will get paid for performing a job. Unless, of course, it's an hourly wage for the position. But even then, it should be reasonable for the job at hand. They may give a salary range if it's an option in the listing, but most will say salary based on experience.

Avoid job ads that focus their attention on how much money you can make rather than on what minimum skills are required for the position. Which leads us to the next point.

3. Avoid pursuing jobs that state "No experience necessary."

More than likely, it's another typical business opportunity or a downright scam. What traditional employer will hire you with no experience? Not many, if any. Granted some companies will hire and train you. But when it comes to telecommuting jobs, "on-the-job" training is kind of difficult.

Just be aware of job offers trying to get your attention focused on this rather than the job at hand. More than likely, it's not a real telecommuting position.

4. And finally, do they ask you for a resume and list the actual skills that are necessary to qualify for the available position?

Go to any traditional job listing and you'll find an address, email or fax number to send in your resume. Most legitimate telecommuting jobs require the same.

You should also find a list of job skills required to qualify for the job at hand. Try to stay away from so-called telecommuting job leads that don't follow this traditional way of posting open positions. Remember, a telecommuting job is nothing other than a traditional job that you perform from the confines of your home office.

Use these guidelines to protect yourself from illegitimate offers while searching for a work from home job. Working at home is very popular today, and unfortunately there are a lot of people out there pushing schemes to take your money.




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2011年12月17日 星期六

Telecommuter's Guide To Safe Job Hunting


If you are a newcomer in the hunt for a telecommuting position this information will help you avoid the "not so promising" jobs and the outright scams.

Once you spend some time browsing for home-based job openings you soon discover there are gobs and gobs of "jobs" that are... well, not really jobs. In fact, work-from-home scams are so prevalent that many people simply give up searching.

There are real jobs out there for telecommuters, but the playing field is large and the sharks are plentiful. So if you want to get that job you must be determined and knowledgeable.

Know What You Want From A Job

You should be clear about what you want before you begin searching for work. Are you looking for a job as an employee, a freelance contract job, or would you like a start-up business? Are you looking to be your own boss and invest in an opportunity, or do you need the predictability offered by an employer? Recognize what you want as a home-based worker and you are better able to spot what is worth checking into and what you should avoid.

Look at the list below for descriptions of the various ways people work from home. With this information you can cut through the "job search clutter" and focus on job options better suited for you.

1) Transitioned Jobs

The vast percentage of today's home-based employees, or "virtual" workers, transitioned into the home from the job they formerly performed solely in the office. Many split time between working in the office and working at home. If you are currently employed and feel your job can be done at least partly from home, you may want to consider presenting the idea to your boss.

2) "Off-Site" Teleworker Jobs

Many companies have employees of the "off-site" designation. These are teleworkers who may or may not work in a home office. For instance, their work may involve some combination of traveling in the performance of their duties, working in the office, and working at home. You'll find that job postings requiring travel, in fields such as engineering or sales, are often telecommuter friendly.

3) Telecommute-Option Jobs

While more and more companies are adopting telecommuter friendly policies, the majority of telecommuters still spend some time in the workplace. You see this in job postings with a "telecommute option." The option is viewed as a benefit of the job and usually is not an invitation to work from home every day of the week. So if you're not against having a traditional job, with the idea of working into a telecommuting arrangement, then your job possibilities greatly expand.

4) Telecommute-Only Jobs

Companies that hire employees to work exclusively from home are harder to find. Not all jobs are suited for this arrangement and many employers are simply not comfortable throwing untested employees into a full telecommuting position. You need to be cautious if looking for this type of employment. Scams artists love to prey upon telecommute-only job seekers.

5) Contract Work

According to a survey by the Dieringer Research Group, more than half of all people who work from home at least one day per month are self-employed. Contract providers, also known as freelancers, fall into this self-employed group. They work independently and are paid upon completion of a specified service.

Freelance contracting can provide an exclusively home-based work environment which many people prefer. You have a greater degree of flexibility in terms of where, when, and how you work. However, because freelancers are not employees you don't get some of the benefits a job might offer, such as group health insurance and tax payments to the IRS on your behalf.

It's worth noting that many companies are recognizing the benefits of "homeshoring" rather than "offshoring" their outsourced work. This is especially evident in the teleservices industry, with contractors stepping in to fill jobs formerly performed overseas. Home-based contractors are utilized by companies such as Willow, Alpine, LiveOps, and West At Home with great success.

If you can get by without traditional job benefits you may want to follow the lead of other successful contractors and consider a freelance lifestyle.

Beware Of Opportunities Pretending To Be Jobs

Now that you have an idea of the direction your search will take, it's time to get your guard up. The first thing to watch out for is cleverly worded "job postings" which are nothing more than advertisements for an opportunity.

There's nothing wrong with legitimate opportunities. However, opportunities are not jobs and scams are often advertised in ways that mislead you into believing they are jobs.

How can you tell the difference between an opportunity and a job?

A job pays you. Simple as that. If you are asked to send money, no matter how legitimate the reason may appear, then it's not a job. A company seeking employees or contract providers will screen your qualifications through a resume, interview, or portfolio, while an opportunity promoter doesn't necessarily care who you are or what you know.

If you have limited computer expertise, lack marketing knowledge and a marketing budget, or simply don't have the background or experience with opportunity solicitors to discern what's real and what isn't, you shouldn't hastily jump into foreign territory. It takes time, patience, and perseverance to develop a sound business.

Scam Artists Target Unskilled Workers

If you have expertise in a field you have more job options. With specialized knowledge you face less competition and command greater earning power. Without specialized knowledge you encounter more competition, less earning power, and more scams. Specialized skills enable you to earn a living wage, while low-skilled work is best at providing extra income.

There are thousands of job seekers looking for those elusive low-skilled, high-paying jobs. The truth is, to be paid well you must bring some skills to the table. But that doesn't stop people from looking for easy work and high pay. Scams fill the void by offering false promises to unskilled workers looking for a pot of gold.

Those companies who do have openings for low-skilled work rarely post those jobs, primarily because the applicant pool is so large. A company can post an opening on a job board just once and will literally be swamped with applications in a matter of hours - applicants to last for years.

What's the trick to finding those low-skilled jobs?

Bypass the job listing boards. Ignore the ads floating around the Internet and you can avoid the scams. Instead, locate and directly contact companies who hire low-skilled workers.

With a little patience and some online research it's possible to track down the websites of companies hiring low-skilled workers. The most productive method of doing this is to network with other job seekers. You will find many seasoned job seekers hanging out at discussion forums on popular home business websites. Use your favorite search engine to locate these sites. Get involved in the boards, ask questions, and follow leads.

10 Tips For Safe Job Hunting

Let's boil this down to the nitty-gritty. Pay attention to these points in your search for home-based employment:


A job never asks for money. You are the receiver.

A job pays you if training is required.

Know what you want before looking for it. Research the type of job you want and the skills and equipment needed to do that job.

Know the difference between a job and an opportunity. Beware of those using the J-O-B word where none exists.

A job will want to know more about you either through an interview and/or resume. An opportunity doesn't necessarily care who you are or what you know.

There is no such thing as easy work and high pay - unless you are Paris Hilton. But then you wouldn't be searching the job boards would you?

Jobs smell like roses when you have job skills. Consider technical, vocational, or college training in your chosen field to improve your chances of getting the job you desire.

Be patient, not desperate. Desperation leads to desperate acts. Desperate acts drain the pocketbook. It takes longer to find telecommuting positions than it does finding traditional employment. If you need money now you may be better off finding conventional work while planning for a telecommuting future.

No matter what your skill level, be persistent while keeping your guard up. Start with what you know and move forward cautiously. The prize goes to those who step into the challenge with guarded persistence.

Network. Get out there and mix it up. Chat with like minded folk, email experts, hit the forums, post questions, get advice from others, strike up conversations. Approach your search for work from a position of knowledge.

With this information you can now go forth and job hunt with confidence. Be positive and assured in your ability to locate the right job for you - without fear of being the victim of unscrupulous job posters.




Brett Krkosska provides how-to advice on small business and home-based work issues. His site, http://www.HomeBizTools.com, helps small businesses reach their fullest potential. He is also the publisher of Straight Talk, a fresh and original newsletter that offers a unique perspective on today's business issues.





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Part-Time Evening Jobs - They Are Available But Is There Something Better?


Many people use a newspaper of one of the popular online job search sites to hunt for part-time evening jobs in the United States. Performing an entry-level job hunt for part-time jobs might uncover some good hourly work. These might be jobs in a factory, doing clerical work, or many other jobs worthy of taking a second look. Since the market for jobs is very thin at the moment, you will be competing with many other people interested in the same position. Although, this is not to say that you cannot locate a decent second job this way.

But let's be honest with ourselves for a minute. Who really wants another job they have to drive across town for? Especially for one that's realistically only going to bring in another 10 bucks per hour, maybe 15 bucks if you're fortunate, performing hard-nosed labor. Because, let's face it, most of the part-time jobs out there are only available because there isn't anyone else in that company who wants to perform the job during their regular working hours.

If the above rings true for you, here are two possible alternatives: Find a job that allows you the time you deserve with your family and friends. Or create an income like many others have with the help of a mentor...more on this in a bit.

There are many websites dedicated to helping people, just like you, locate jobs they can perform at the comfort of their home. Jobs that can be performed without ever having to drive across town. What I'm talking about here is called telecommuting. A simple search online for "telecommuting jobs" will reveal a lot of websites dedicated to helping you find a job you can work from the comfort of your own home.

Now, on to the second option. Have you ever considered building a personal business online? Most anyone can take advantage of this opportunity. If you are reading this article right now, you have everything you need to make a good living online. Many people in your situation are taking action on it. However, you will want the advice of a solid mentor or someone who can show you the ins and outs of it all. Always perform due diligence when deciding to take an advantage of an online business opportunity.

It's up to you to decide if part-time evening jobs are worth your time away from your family and the effort it takes to make a little more income.




There are many exciting telecommuting opportunities available to you right now. You just need to know how to find them. And we'll show you.

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2011年12月16日 星期五

Telecommute Data Entry Jobs - Are They For Real?


One of the most sought after telecommute jobs are data entry positions. That's not too surprising - who wouldn't love the idea of sitting at home pushing buttons on their keyboard and getting paid for it?

Unfortunately, legitimate typing jobs can be hard to find.

Data Entry Scams

The first thing you would probably find if you searched online for these kinds of jobs would be scams. You can spot them quickly: websites filled with glowing testimonials from supposed employees who are earning thousands of dollars a week typing at home, and of course the ever-present request for money to join their program - just to prove you're "serious" about working from home. (Please don't fall for that. No legitimate employers will ask you for money.)

With so many of these scams taking up valuable internet real estate space, it can be hard to find the real jobs that may be buried beneath them. But they do exist!

I would recommend two courses of action if you want to find a real data entry job:

1) Focus on individual companies rather than "mass hires"

Rather than searching for a "work at home" job, search for a job that allows telecommuting. That sounds like the same thing, but there is a huge difference. Real companies who want to hire people don't focus on the "work at home" aspect usually. There are a few exceptions I can think of, but more often you will find that the "telecommute" aspect is minimized greatly in legitimate ads. They focus instead on the job details itself, and the kind of candidates they are seeking to work for them - and then they mention, "oh, by the way, telecommuting would be okay for the right person..."

2) Seek other forms of typing jobs

"Data entry" is really an umbrella term for any kind of typing work - or "entering data into a computer system," in other words. This would include jobs like transcription, coding, and many other administrative duties. When you search for telecommuting jobs online, try searching for keywords like: clerical, order entry, order clerk, typing, administrative, assistant, transcription, coding, and so on. There are endless jobs that would be similar but the companies may not be using that exact term.

When the search results come up, examine each ad carefully to determine whether telecommuting might be an option.

So, to answer the question I posed at the beginning of this article - YES, telecommute data entry jobs are for real. You just may need to do a lot of digging to find them.




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Telecommuting Jobs - Working from Home


Are you spending hours every week traveling to and from work? Are you spending too much time away from your kids? Are home cooked meals a thing of the past? Do you hate your boss? Perhaps you simply need to earn a little extra money? If you can answer yes to any of these questions, then a telecommuting job is the thing for you.

What are telecommuting jobs you might ask? Well, they are quite simply doing a job working from home with the help of your computer. If you have a computer at home and an email connection you can have a telecommuting job. Yes, you can work from home.

The benefits of telecommuting jobs are manifold for you, the individual, the company who avails of your services and to society as a whole.

The benefits of telecommuting jobs, for you, include reducing your time away from home, actually getting a job where once you could not commit to office hours, and spending time working at the job rather than traveling to the job. You may even be able to work on your way to the job.

There are benefits to the employer in terms of less spent on office overhead expenses. For example, heat, electricity, and car parking facilities. Perhaps more importantly, the greater well-being of telecommuting staff in the form of increased family time and less travel-related stress. However, it is important to note that in order for telecommuting jobs to be a success, the employer needs to focus on results. In other words, focus on the job getting done rather than scrutiny of employees.

Telecommuting jobs help the environment by reducing traffic congestion, air pollution and petrol use. They will also lead to increased productivity as less time is wasted commuting to and from a traditional job.

There are many different types of telecommuting jobs available and the possibilities for telecommuting jobs are endless. For example, you could set up a business selling on eBay. There are thousands of people earning a full- or part-time living selling on eBay. You can open an online shop for a very small monthly fee and get selling. It is so simple to have a telecommuting job!

Perhaps you are in a clerical job at the moment spending a lot of time travelling to and from work. Why not consider a job filling in forms at home? There are telecommuting jobs where you can get paid for typing online forms, or for processing names and addresses. Perhaps you want something simple like stuffing envelopes and mailing circulars.

With telecommuting jobs, you can do the job at the time that suits you. You may not start until you have left the children at school; you may stop when they come home, but are then able to carry on working when the kids are in bed. Telecommuting jobs provide endless flexibility.

Taking photos may be a hobby for you and perhaps you never dreamed that you could get a job doing what you love. With telecommuting jobs this is exactly what you could do. Of course, if you did not want to do it full time it could still be a part-time job. This is the real beauty of telecommuting jobs.

Are you happiest when you are shopping? Are you addicted to shopping? Did you know there are telecommuting jobs where you shop for companies who will actually pay you? Again, this is something that you could do without getting caught up in the rush hour traffic. In this case, a telecommuting job as a mystery shopper would be a dream job for you.

Maybe you love to eat in restaurants? Did you realize there are telecommuting jobs as a restaurant spy? Well, better you doing it than a food critic from the local paper, or worse, the local television.

These are just a few of the telecommuting jobs that are out there and available to you.




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2011年12月15日 星期四

Find Work at Home Jobs For Moms and Dads - Real Telecommuting Jobs Available


Real jobs do exist that a person can do from home. The telecommuting jobs may either be advertised as work at home positions or a creative person with an energetic and committed spirit can transform an existing job into a true work at home position. Telecommuting jobs are available in all industries, all types of positions, and at all skill levels.

Companies are hiring Moms and Dads to work at home rather than providing office space to do a job. These telecommuting jobs are not as rare as they used to be. There are large companies that have a certain percentage of their entire workforce that comfortably work at home and receive a paycheck every Friday just like their coworkers who drive into the office every day. Small companies also offer work at home jobs for Moms and Dads. These telecommuting jobs already exist.

Real Telecommuting Jobs:

Data Entry or Administrative Assistant
Sales or Customer Service
Web Designer or Graphics Designer
Writer or Photographer
Transcription or Medical Billing
Teacher or Tutor
Programmer or IT

Companies want dependable and reliable workers that strive to get the job done on time and on budget. Typical requirements of any position apply to telecommuting jobs as well as a few more. If you are being hired for the position, then you will need to prove to the employer that you have credibility for this type of position. Since you will not be showing up to work every day for your boss to see you at a desk, there is a higher degree of risk on the employer. They have to be sure that you will get the job done. It is up to you to get that across in your resume and any conversations that you have with the potential employer.

You must have a space in your home that is solely dedicated to this work at home job. If it is the family computer you will be using, then predetermine ahead of time when it is your work time and when others from the family can use the computer. Also, family members must understand that job files cannot be opened. You may find it easier and more efficient to have a dedicated computer for your telecommuting work. These recommendations apply to any Moms and Dads that have a work at home scenario. However, if it truly is a telecommuting job that you are looking for, your potential employer will want to know how this is going to be handled. Have an answer and a plan.

Use your skills and talent to find the ideal telecommuting job that will work for you. There are so many possibilities out there and companies that want to make this type of arrangement work. You can either contact local companies in your area that are hiring to see whether a telecommuting position is available or there are online databases that have current telecommuting job listings from real companies for real jobs. Fair warning that the scammers are out there but there are also many legitimate sites working hard to keep their information accurate and up-to-date.




If you are looking for true telecommuting work in the field you are trained in, then companies are looking for you. These telecommute jobs for Moms and Dads are not business opportunities but instead a reliable paycheck every week.





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Ten Quick Tips To A Better Telecommuting Job Resume


As a potential telecommuter, your resume writing skills are one of the most important aspects of landing that perfect work from home job. The resume is the only thing you've got to convince a potential employer that you meet the criteria they are looking for in a telecommuting candidate. Usually, the interview only comes after a good first impression with your resume. Let's discuss some techniques to keep your resume out of the circular file, or in our case... the email trash bin.

1. It's important to be thorough, but specific and to the point, when writing your resume. Employers are busy people. The last thing they want to do is sit down and read a three page paper about everything you've been involved in since high school. Keep it short and concise.

2. Be sure to identify any accomplishments you feel will better help you get the job at hand. Especially accomplishments that required good organization skills, the ability to be a self-starter and finisher, and your ability to work on multiple tasks at one time.

3. Try to use verbs that express action while describing your past paid work and volunteer experiences while keeping your sentences short and to the point. There is no need for fluff in a resume. Rather than saying, "I was involved in the proper training of new engineers" say, "I trained new engineers."

4. Make your layout look tidy and neat by properly justifying all headings. And stay consistent throughout the whole resume. Don't center a headline in one place and then left justify another in the next. And always avoid using abbreviations in your text.

5. Be sure to list names of former employers, any volunteer work you have done that shows you possess certain skills for the job you are applying for, and any training or schooling you've received in relevant areas.

6. Summarize your work experience and stress skills you have from performing your jobs rather than titles. Employers need to know that you possess certain skills rather than held a nice sounding title at your past places of employment.

7. Never include past or present wages on your resume. This is something that can be discussed if the employer wants to set up a proper interview with you. In the case of long distance telecommuting, more than likely over the telephone.

8. There is no need to provide unnecessary information such as your height, weight, marital status, family status or the like. This is all personal information and you have the right to keep it that way.

9. Format your resume using a text editor and save it as a text file somewhere you can easily locate. As you apply for jobs online you will be more than likely required to copy and paste it in an online form. On some occasions a Microsoft Word or PDF file will be acceptable. Have both text and word processor style resumes available for when needed.

10. Be sure to have someone else read over your resume and have them give you their honest opinion. Let them know you are not looking for a pat on the back, but a critical eye for mistakes or on what areas could use some improvement.

These are only basic points to remember while creating a proper resume that employers are looking for. A simple search on the internet will provide a listing of websites dedicated to helping you write a great resume based on your past work and life experiences.

Be sure to take the appropriate amount of time to produce a good resume as part of your battle plan to locate and land the telecommuting job that is right for you.




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2011年12月14日 星期三

Looking For A High Paying Telecommuting Job? Lowering Your Standards Might Be Wise


One of the most important factors in searching for a good job is most definitely finding one where your paid what you're worth. It gives you a good feeling that someone appreciates the work you can do for them when you are rightfully compensated for your job. I've been at both extremes...underpaid and overpaid. Believe me when I say that the latter is much better! I'm sure most of you reading this will agree.

But should you let this one criteria be the governing factor over whether or not you accept a telecommuting job that is available to you?

At first you may think, well higher pay is better. And indeed you are right. But in telecommuting, your wage criteria can take a step back and allow other important job factors to reign in your decision. Like, say doing something you love, rather than something you have to do in order to make a certain amount of money.

Let's say you make $14 per hour at your regular job. Do you think I could convince you to leave the commuting work force and take that $7 an hour job offer so you could work from home?

Say what? Keith, your crazy. Well, maybe so. But always remember this: You do not have to get paid the same amount you make at your "regular" job when you telecommute. Let's see if I can convince you.

So you have a good paying job at $14 per hour and you just don't have the stomach to call it quits and work from home because you can't find a telecommuting job anywhere that pays that much. (They are out there by the way, keep searching.)

At $14 per hour, you are bringing home a total of $2240 per month. Well, let's get real and start subtracting.

Four hundred and fifty dollars for taxes, $200 for gas, car maintenance, parking fees, tolls, etc. I pay forty bucks alone in tolls where I live. Seventy bucks for new clothes, dry cleaning, and such if you're conservative. Two hundred dollars for lunch, snacks, the meat wagon, all those fundraisers your hit up for by co-workers, etc. And the big one for some of you: $600 or more for childcare (depending on where you're from, of course), and $200 for fast food or supper on the go because you know you're too tired to cook for the family when you get home. Add these up and subtract them out for a grand total of $520 take home pay.

Now let's suppose you step out on a limb and take that $7 per hour telecommuting job you were offered. You'll only make $1120 per month.

But taxes are only $224, your transportation cost just went to $0, no expense for special clothing, no expense for extra food beyond what you already buy from the grocery unless you order some pizza every once in a while so we'll tack on $40 for that. Now you don't need child care, but your energy bills probably will increase a little so let's tack on another $100 to play it safe.

After subtracting out all of these expenses from your new telecommuting job paycheck at only $7 per hour, your actual take home pay would be $756 per month.

Congratulations, you just got a raise! And your only getting paid half of what you used to. Not to mention the couple of hours or more per day it takes to get ready and drive to your job. Put a monetary figure on that number and you're making even more.

Now granted everybody's situation will be different. But I wanted to open your eyes to the possibilities of what telecommuting has to offer and why it's so popular today.

My point is don't instantly dismiss a job you come across just because it doesn't pay what you are used to being paid. Do the math. You might be pleasantly surprised with the results.




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