Just about everywhere I go, people want to know what is it that I “do” that allows me to work from home. Most of them think I DON’T work (which is far from the truth) because my schedule is so darn flexible. I can do two hours of work, have lunch with my kindergartner, get my nails done, grocery shop for dinner and be back at my desk to meet my afternoon deadlines. It’s all in a day’s work, but to some it sounds like all I do is have fun. Far from the truth. For instance:
- I’m up usually well past the time that everyone else in my house has gone to bed.
- I work on weekends…sometimes.
- I have to work when I’m sick, tired, etc. No one else is going to do it for me.
- I have to depend on me to create my paychecks. Nothing comes automatically for me. Not even health insurance.
Who would want this type of lifestyle, on purpose? There are a lot of people who say that they want to work from home, but do they really mean it? Are they committed to being focused? Are they driven enough to market themselves continuously? Most days, I work completely alone with only my music or the humming of the dryer. Admittedly, working from home does indeed have perks, but it IS work nonetheless.
Working from home is more than a great idea. It’s hard work but it’s also rewarding work. What you have to ask yourself is what is your motivation for wanting to work from home? Is it to be there for your kids? For solitude, flexibility or convenience? Or is it to get-rich-quick as some programs claim? The bottom line is that whatever your reason(s) may be that you feel are drawing you home, make sure that you’re ready and able to be focused and committed to the lifestyle.
I’ve got to run now. I’ve tivo’d The Housewives of New York and I’m going to watch it while I finish writing a few articles that are due tomorrow. Somebody’s got to do it!
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