Perhaps you’ve got used to your home office now and have decided you don’t wish to return to the work place? Or maybe you’d like to re-enter the workforce but have too many commitments at home to balance?
As we approach a new year, a career change that enables you to work more from home could be the answer you’re looking for. Working from home allows you flexibility and an opportunity to achieve a far healthier work/life balance. It enables you to make money around other commitments and can be a great solution to many an issue that working outside the home can present.
The growing popularity of working from home demonstrates a shift in our values, so here are five careers you can do from the comfort of your living room, dining table, or newly established office.
Teacher
The rigid structure of the classroom environment can put off many teachers who have the passion to educate, but want more freedom. If you’ve grown jaded with school, then take your teaching skills online. You can even supplement your salary with individual tuition, all carried out from the comfort of your home – or anywhere with an internet connection.
Proof-reader
Proof-readers are used by a variety of industries from publishers to law firms, to advertising agencies. You’ll need to have a keen eye for detail to spot spelling and grammar errors, and a solid understanding of the English language to maximise the quality of written work. But, if you possess these skills and are looking to make an additional income or a shift in work, then a proof-reader could be the one for you!
The best part about this job is that you can build your career around your schedule; fitting in your work among your other responsibilities.
Translator
If you’re lucky enough to be fluent in a second language (or more), then why not consider a career as a translator?
While some companies do have in house translators, many hire freelancers to complete this much needed role – meaning that you can set up in your home office, translating documents in between your household chores, childcare duties or other work commitments.
Translators are essential personnel for international companies – with money at stake, they can’t just rely on Google Translate! You could be the next key player in their company.
Blogger
Do you blog as a hobby? There’s no reason that you can’t transform your pastime into a profitable profession – collaborating with an array of companies; reviewing things and making money!
Getting the ball rolling can be a little bit intimidating and it takes a lot of commitment – especially with so many well-established bloggers dominating the digital dimension. But if you dedicate your time to building you brand, and honing your writing abilities, you’ll keep you audience coming back for more and build a good following.
Be sure that your website is of the highest standard, and if you’re serious about standing out then set your sights on SEO as this is massive to getting seen. If you’re unsure on keyword rankings, then consult with an expert agency like Maratopia Digital Marketing who’ll be more than happy to set you out on the right track to success with your SEO for your site.
Survey Taker
This role is probably one that you’ve never considered before, however, there are plenty of companies out there who will pay for your honest opinion or your expertise in a certain field. While they still do find their survey takers in busy town centres, a lot of this work is now done online – so no need to leave the house!
Working from home opens up the opportunity to have more balance, independence and can be great to make additional income around other commitments.
Do you have a career that lets you work from home? Tell us all about it in the comments below!
*collaborative Post
There are so many new things that have adapted to be WFH!
Danielle | thereluctantblogger.co.uk