Successful Work at Home tips

Finding a telecommuting job can become overwhelming to someone just starting. I know because I've been there, done that myself. Over seventy percent of working women surveyed stated that their ideal career situation would be to work from home. For some, it's not possible as there are certain jobs that obviously could not be transferred to a telecommute style of work. For others, their employers just don't want to get on board with the whole "work at home" thing. They fear that productivity declines when telecommuting occurs. What they don't realize is that teleworking has proven to reduce turnover, decrease costs and productivity actually increases. It's a win-win situation for all involved. because satisfied employees stay on the job and give 100%.
With alot of the workforce trying work-at-home jobs, how does one get an edge on the competition? The following can help you get the telecommuting job you want!

1. Network-Tell everyone that you know that you are seeking a work from home job. Approach small businesses that may need help.Even others that work from home that may be looking for a virtual assistant or a bookkeeper, etc.
2. Apply for jobs that you feel would eventually be a way for working from home. Recruiting, scheduling and data entry are just a few examples. Getting your foot in the door and proving your worth will help you be able to approach your employer with a well- executed telecommuting plan.
3. Subscribe to work at home ezines and post your resume at telecommuting and freelancing forums. Often, if someone is outsourcing projects, the need for additional work will surface. It may land you a permanent position with them.
4. Polish your skills -if they're rusty or you feel out of touch with today's technology, take the time to bring yourself up to par. The Internet is loaded with no-cost online training sites where you can learn the latest software at your own pace.
5. Your resume needs to be top quality. Make sure you shine over the thousands of other applicants. Most jobs get at least 4000 applicants!

Following these tips will help you to land that telecommuting job you've always dreamed of!