A recent lay off creates a tailspin of emotions. How will I provide for myself and family? What will I do for health insurance? How long can I survive without a steady paycheck?
Some people are fortunate, and they’re able to find new employment within a few weeks. Then again, if you work in a competitive [...]

If you work from home, your personal computer or laptop is likely the heart of your business. Without it, you can’t communicate with clients, look for new assignments, or complete your current work.
It’s important to protect your computer and information from viruses that can attack and crash your hard drive. Trust me, losing all your [...]

My husband bought his first handheld PDA in 2001, and since then, he’s owned about four different models. I’m not into small electronic gadgets, so I’ve never owned any type of electronic personal organizational tool. My laptop has a handy notepad on the desktop, and I use this tool to jot down ideas and assignments. [...]

Most people will jump at the opportunity to work from home. It’s a win-win situation. You’ll earn a steady paycheck from your employer, but save money on everyday expenses such as gasoline, lunches, coffee, (and the biggest expense) daycare. But, there’s a negative side to work at home life.
Talk to any freelancer and they’ll likely [...]

When you telecommute, there’s always a chance that your employer will call you back to the office. Employers acknowledge the advantages of telecommuting. But sometimes, the arrangement doesn’t work. In your mind, you’re doing a great job. You feel more productive, and all your assignments are completed ahead of schedule. So, there shouldn’t be a [...]