Things You'll Need:
- Computer
- High-speed Internet connection
- Landline phone
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Noise cancelling headset (if taking incoming calls)
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Step 1
Visit work at home forums and websites regularly. This is where you will find the inside scoop on different companies and jobs that are available. You'll also find out more about things like jobs requirements and it's like to work for a specific company. Visit work at home job forums like wahm.com, craigslist.org or workplacelikehome.com.
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Step 2
Access your current job skills. Know your strengths when you are trying to find a work at home job. Do you have customer service experience? Do you have a sales background? Do you have a degree in accounting? How fast can you type? Take your experience and skills to zero in on the right work at hom job for you.
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Step 3
Be honest about your ability to be successful working from home. Do you work well independently without supervision? Are you self-motivated? Can you deal with the isolation of working at home? These are important considerations when you are trying to find a work at home job.
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Step 4
Decide whether you want to be an employee or an independent contractor. You'll discover lots of choices when you try to find a work at home job. There are tax advantages to each. Remember that as an independent contractor you will be responsible for keeping track of your taxes, getting your own health coverage and setting money aside for retirement.
