Finding a telecommute job may be easier than you think. Some companies openly advertise for telecommuters, whereas others are at least willing to discuss the arrangement. I think that the number of work at home professionals has increased within the past few years. It seems that more and more people are home throughout the day. [...]

Although many people would jump at the idea to work from home, there seems to be a dark side to telecommuting that few people take into account before quitting their corporate job. We’ve explored various ways to cope with loneliness, which basically involves finding ways to connect with the outside world. Sitting in your home [...]

Those who work in an office or other social setting can converse with co-workers throughout the day, schedule lunch dates, and enjoy normal day-to-day interactions. If you’re outgoing and enjoy the company of others, you likely need to be around people on a daily basis. Unfortunately, a sociable personality can create a dilemma for anyone [...]

The word “telecommute” often brings to mind the image of self-employed or home based business owners who live a life of freedom and earn unlimited income. Quite the opposite, a telecommute professional can also be an employee who works for a specific company. Today, more and more employers allow telecommuting. FreelanceMom.com, a blog for [...]