Tuesday, November 28, 2006

You’re working from home-now what?

Working from home can be an extremely exhilarating time. It also can be a point where you have to really test your resolve as to how much you want this gig.

Nothing is better than getting up in the morning without hearing an alarm clock, then to stroll to the kitchen for a leisurely cup of coffee. After that, maybe having some breakfast and then possibly a nap again, or play with the dog for a little while.

Sounds good, right? Well this is where working from home can start to get someone into trouble if they aren’t used to working for themselves. Working from home and being your own boss is a great experience and there are many bonuses of this sort of lifestyle. However, you have to be prepared to have the discipline of working from home in order to make it work.

Having a time that you start work everyday is a good way to ensure that you be on track throughout the day. Start with your hardest project and then work to your easiest. Take time for yourself during the day. You do need to get your work done, but you should also be able to enjoy some of the perks of working for yourself.

Take this advice and expand on it to help you be successful while working from home.

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