Why do most people move? The main reason used to be for financial opportunities, i.e., jobs, during their working years, and financial savings, and other personal reasons when they retire. But why wait? The advent of telecommuting — and its expansion as a result of the coronavirus — has changed that dynamic, so much so…
Let’s say you take up a profession, like accountancy or a graphic designer. You have a choice. You can work from home as a freelancer or work for a company and earn a set wage. If you have a choice, then there is a lot to consider. This article focuses on the top reasons for, and…
It took me a few years of working from home to figure out that I needed to follow some type of schedule. My schedule is flexible, but for the most part, I work out early, take a shower, get dressed, and make the 5-second commute to my home office. There are days, though, when I…
If you’re on a quest to make your home office as ergonomic as possible, know that you’re making an extremely positive choice. Making an effort to create a more ergonomic workspace can have a wide range of benefits - some of which you might have never considered previously. There’s no shortage of little things you…
If you have found yourself at home with some spare time on your hands, there are plenty of ways to fill those hours once Netflix has been exhausted! There is nothing wrong with taking a well-earned break. After all, rest and relaxation are incredibly important. However, if you find yourself itching for something to do,…
The following guest post is from Blessing at Working Mom Journal: 8 Ways To Convey a Professional Image When You Work from Home Many people who work at home do not establish ground rules or work habits that could help develop their careers. The truth is -- whether you are working away from home or…
If you are looking for ways of becoming a caring mother and successful freelancer, you have found the recipe for happiness. Nowadays, freelancing is taking over the world, becoming more and more popular among all members of society, not only new moms. Such a phenomenon can be easily explained – freelancing gives more advantages compared…
Anyone who has ever performed all or part of their job responsibilities in their home knows the type of distractions that exist. However, it is very possible for you to become more productive when working from a home office than working in a traditional setting. The trick is setting up your home office for optimal…
If you are a mom, you are probably busy all day, every day. Your baby or young children will no doubt take up a great deal of your time and energy, meaning you will be unable to go out and work. Daycare is an expensive option, and it can mean that you may not return…
Working from home can be one of the most freeing experiences. You get to distribute your time in a way that works for you, and you can dress in your most comfortable clothes while you are earning your bread. However, it can also be a distracting place, where you find it hard to focus and…