What are some careers where you can rent your own office space, be your own boss, have clients, etc.?

Question

I'm interested in making a career change and would like to open up my own office in the area. I've thought about some different careers that allow you to be your own boss, but I think there may be others that haven't come to mind.

Right now, I work in marketing and public relations (think editorial/copywriting) for a small organization in a somewhat rural area and I'm ready to branch out on my own. I know I can't open up a proofreading shop (haha!), so I think I'll need to do a complete 180 and start fresh -- something I'm actually looking forward to doing.

I love meeting with people and getting a sense of responsibility for providing them with a useful or helpful service. I'm very willing to go back to school to achieve my new goal. Here's what I've come up with. Can you add to it?
* CPA
* Attorney
* Marriage & Family Counselor
* Physical Therapist
* Massage Therapist

Answer 1

You should pick something that interests you and there is a need in your area. Maybe look into being a personal shopper, wedding planner, interior designer. If you go back to school maybe private investigator or optometrist. You may want to look into becoming a virtual assistant. "A Virtual Assistant (VA) is an independent entrepreneur providing administrative, creative and/or technical services. Utilizing advanced technological modes of communication and data delivery, a professional VA assists clients in his/her area of expertise from his/her own office on a contractual basis."(http://www.ivaa.org/). I have seen where virtual assistants "lend out" their services to companies that put them on retainer.

Answer 2

Another one is real estate.

You rent your own office space, you just need to get licensed, go to school, learn the laws, etc. And then you pretty much get out there and hustle, and get clients by word of mouth. You can work as much or as little as you want, but the only issue I'd see is that you may have to show homes at midnight or odd hours of any day of the week.

It depends on your interests right now, and what you may enjoy. Every job has its ups and downs.

Answer 3

I think you have some great ideas!! Good for you. If you have any interest in Mary Kay while you are working toward your goal email me. it is a great way to meet people I do a lot of networking and meet people in every field make money while having fun.