According to the most recent BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) data, more than 14 million people in the United States are self-employed. A major portion of these individuals are freelancers who operate from their homes on a job-by-job basis for both small businesses and huge corporations. However, some people who work from home are already employed and only need a little extra money, while others are parents who want to earn money while caring for their children at home.
While working from home is undoubtedly not for everyone, it does have its benefits. For example, there is no commuting time, there are no coworkers to distract you (which, according to ConnectSolutions, can contribute to a greater efficiency rate), and you can even send emails from your bed. Check out some of the occupations we listed if all of this seems attractive to you and you believe you possess the self-discipline to remain focused and productive.
Transcription
For journalists, transcription work typically pays $0.75 to $1.50 per minute of audio, and if you have experience in a particular industry, like healthcare, you may be able to make even more money. You should be aware, nevertheless, that the majority of positions involving medical transcribing call for AHDI (Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity) accreditation. A typical employee makes about $34.000 a year, and by the end of the decade, the industry is anticipated to expand.
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Freelance Writing
More blogs than ever before are generating content weekly or even more often, according to a new Curata research, which means there is a persistent need for talented writers. Individual postings, contracts, and writing for blogs and websites run by media outlets and other businesses are all ways that writers might make money. The pay is based on the caliber of your writing and varies widely from $5 to $10 for a 500-word post to $1 or more per word.
Multi-level Marketing
Multi-level marketing is a highly recommended business for young parents who are attempting to spend as much time with their families as possible if you want to make money and control your schedule. It will be much simpler for you to do business with a company whose product you enjoy. If you don’t have a lot of experience, it is advised to look into training programs like Yoobly because you will need to recruit individuals as well as sell things. Depending on how much you sell and how many individuals you get on board, your income might range from $10.000 to $50.000.
Customer Service
Many businesses, including Spiegel and Hilton, are looking for someone with strong computing skills and effective communication skills to assist their customers in placing orders or resolving disputes. This might be the ideal option for you if you’re searching for a part-time work, but keep in mind that you must put in at least four hours every week. The typical salary is about $35,000, and all you have to do to get hired is submit an application to a staffing firm like Arise and wait for a call.
Working from home is not for everyone, as we have previously indicated; many people choose to stay employed because they are wary of the high self-employment tax rates. However, a recent global survey by PGI found that 60% of remote employees would leave their current positions for a remote position at the same pay, suggesting that working from home may become a global norm.
