How to Get an Online Job
More and more people are looking for ways to provide for their families while staying at home. An online job is the perfect answer, offering freedom and flexibility as well as savings on commuting and the cost of office attire. While online jobs are plentiful, it pays to know where to look and how to avoid the many scams you will encounter.
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Decide if an online job is right for you. Many people leave their "day jobs" to work at home with the assumption that they're going to become rich. While it is possible to make a living with an online job, you probably won't be rolling in dough. Have a realistic idea of how much money you will need to live on in relation to how much money you will be making. Working at home also requires people to be self-motivated and work unsupervised. Give all these factors thought before deciding that an online job is for you.
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Start your search for an online job. Many of the online resources that people use to find traditional jobs like Career Builder or Monster can be used to find online jobs by using the keyword "telecommute." Whenever you come across a telecommuting job that you're interested in, make a note of it and jot down the job's requirements (see Resources below).
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Do a little research. There are dozens of scams for every legitimate online job offer you will find. Before making any commitments or paying any money, take some time and investigate what people are saying about the job and company you are considering. The Ripoff Report is a website by consumers and for consumers, and is a great resource to check the validity of your online job opportunities (see Resources below). Keep in mind that if it looks too good to be true, it probably is.
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Update your resume. Once you've weeded through the many schemes and scams to find a real online job that appeals to you, it's time to get ready to apply. Applying for an online job is a lot different than applying for a traditional job. Your interaction with your prospective employer is limited, so you'll be relying a lot more on how you look on paper. Make sure your resume is up-to-date and emphasizes the skills that qualify you for the job you want.
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Apply for the job. Make sure to include your resume, a cover letter and samples of your work, if applicable. If your application is accepted, you will be contacted by your new employer. If not, keep trying. There are plenty of available jobs for the hard-working telecommuter.
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