We can talk all day about the challenges of working from home–distractions, lack of motivation, isolation, and the list goes on. And it seems as if everyone’s offering advice on how to make the most of work at home life.
It’s important to consider many factors before leaping into telecommute or work at home life. And [...]

About two weeks ago I felt a scratchiness in my throat that’s always the initial sign of a cold. But like always, I took immediate action and drowned myself in vitamin C and cold medications. Within a couple days my symptoms disappeared and I had successfully outsmarted the germs.

I’ve been a freelance writer for roughly seven years, and during this time I’ve created thousands of articles on different topics. But up until two years ago, I completed all my work on a desktop computer located in our home office. The computer had everything I needed–Internet, Microsoft Office, etc.
For years I expressed my wishes [...]

Everyone needs a break from work. And with the end of the year coming up fast, many people are beginning to make their vacation plans. But while some people are open to the idea of enjoying a few days away from their computer and e-mail, others will enjoy their vacations with their work in tow.
That [...]

Developing good people skills can carry you far in life. Putting business relationships aside, knowing how to deal with people in a respectful and kind manner lures people and attracts friends. But what about telecommuters or people who work alone? Do they need people skills?
When I think of good people skills I picture my husband [...]