As someone working from home, especially as you start up, it is essential that you realize that, Yes, You Are the Team: basically, you’re responsible for the work that gets done, or doesn’t get done.
You just have to make sure it gets… Continue reading
To avoid the trap of becoming too casual about your work at home (which we talked about in the last lesson), you need to actually set up a structure in which to do the work, produce, and succeed.
You have several options with the legal structure of your business. You can operate with a minimum of paperwork as a sole proprietor, and many home… Continue reading
The popular perks of working from home – you know, that total freedom, flexibility, and the fact that you can work in your pajamas – also contribute to the misconceptions about working from home. While it’s true you can work in your pjs, that idea creates an unprofessional image. And that’s the misconception that comes marching in, that working from home isn’t a “real” job, not a real profession, not… Continue reading
If you’re moving from a “standard job,” you know, the kind where there are other people in the building, then becoming your own team may be the biggest adjustment you have to make in working from home. Some people will love this aspect, others will hate it. It depends on your personality, your work style, and how good or bad your “team” experience was in your previous work.
The… Continue reading
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