I a would like to work from home due to a disability, but really don't know what my options are or where to start looking. Can anyone offer any advice?
2007-04-02 20:17:37 · 9 answers · asked by Girl from the Borders 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Ok like the other's i have to repeat the danger of scams etc.
There is a great number of peopel wanting to work from home and scammersare all to ready to make the best of any opportunity to rip them off. You really have two avenues to choose from. The first being to look for an employer that wants people to work from home, speaking from experience these usually require having access to a car and phone and the best paying jobs are usually sales oriented. The other avenue is to become self employed or set up a limited company, many people are choosing to work for themselves these days (myself included) there are risks involved and in some cases you might need to borrow money or invest your savings but if the business plan is well thought out and you take the time to research it properly it doesnt always have to be so much of a risk at all. I dont think either of these are 'easy routes' to money but i dont think an easy path really exhists but they are definatly 'do-able' depending on your circumstances.
2007-04-02 20:51:13 · answer #1 · answered by xx_connor_uk_xx 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What are you able to do within the restrictions of your disability?
From there, those things that you are able to do, consider where they (your abilities) can to bring you to what you would like to do? (Example: I like the idea of internet sales, and since I can't be on my feet very long, working on a computer to run my business would be something to consider...)
Make a list of what interests you and which of those interests fit within your physical restrictions and then can you generate a profit from it? How much are you able to invest to start your home business? How many hours can invest in working your business?
There are many choices out there for home-based businesses, but once you recognize exactly what your needs are, and your criteria is for how you want to run your business(and what you want a business opportunity to provide and offer you and your future customers/clients), it will help you find the one that best fits you! Take your time--picture yourself as an explorer to each business opportunity that you come upon along your path.
2007-04-02 21:12:57 · answer #2 · answered by Maria L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is your skill set? And what sort of money are you aiming for? You could set up your own company doing something internet based? Although beware because most of the stuff on the net is a complete and utter scam...
If you are only after a little income, you could try eBay, or mystery shopping, paid online surveys, photography, or something like Avon? There are some good articles here on how to start up doing any of the above here: http://www.moneytowers.com/category/making-money/
2007-04-03 02:17:46 · answer #3 · answered by Clem 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi. I am currently selling an on-line marketing system. I can work from home but you will need to use the phone a lot. They gave me excellent training and I work at my own pace. I love it. Here's the number that was in the newspaper where I applied for the job. 801-305-9221. The company is on-line so even though the number is in the US, I believe their marketing system can be sold anywhere.
2007-04-02 23:02:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Due to medical problems, my husband has been unemployed for more than a year and I am the sole income. After hundreds of searches and lost dollars due to scams, I have finally found several websites where I am earning some decent money. You can see my blog / website in my profile. All of these are free to use and DO PAY - Good luck and best wishes and finding what's right for you.
Tonja
2007-04-03 02:40:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Internet is a good place but not the best. so be aware from scams and risks. check your option in real world meet few peoples who already doing this, check your investment options.face to face meeting with professional or business owner can improve your chances in home business trade.
2007-04-02 21:10:26 · answer #6 · answered by ace_lovin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Selling goods on eBay (& other auction sites) or get scammed by fake 'give us some money and we will give you a home-working job' con-tricks
Check out the dozens of existing Best Answers for this type of Question == the web is full of con-merchants & scam artists just queueing up to take your money
If you want a Real home-job, paying Real money, check out Real companies in the Real world - all you will get here are 'virtual' jobs paying 'virtual' money ...
2007-04-02 20:21:34 · answer #7 · answered by Steve B 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I am not sure about UK exactly but I think you can try to find home based customer service agent providing company. If you don't mind calling people you don't know then foreclosure solution company agent would be worth to try.
2007-04-04 09:37:56 · answer #8 · answered by plzpatience 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Watch out for scams. You could do Avon, party planning. I do know there are people working from home constructing xmas crackers. Not sure how you go about that, though. Ebay selling.
2007-04-02 20:30:02 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to cold call people for a well known charity selling raffle tickets - hard work but very well paid and supported. Email if you need would like more information!
2007-04-02 21:29:23 · answer #10 · answered by silent1 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋