Working from Home

Have you ever seen an ad for a job that let's your work from home? I see them all the time. I always have doubts about them. What is so good about working from home?

Freedom. You can work when and where you want. Since you work where you live, you can live wherever you want. You can save time and money by not travelling to and from work. You can also set your own dress-code and have lunch when you feel hungry. If you have children at home, you can be close to help when they need it.

Working from home has limits though. By not being at the workplace everyday, you may miss out on opportunities to learn from group work. Many things can be learned just by observing others that are not taught in training. Also, you miss personal contact with important people in the business who could promote you. As far as advancing in your career, you may want a job that let's others easily observe you.

Though it seems very convenient to stay at home to make the money, you should look at both sides to decide if the convenience is worth it.