Beginner’s Guide: For a Mom who wants to Work from Home
It’s not easy juggling work and home, especially with kids. Many mothers let their careers take a backseat while caring for the family. But no matter how contented they look caring for the child and looking after the house, they miss their jobs, their identities and how they were appreciated for any teeny-tiny success at work.
The whole point of taking a break for maternity turns into a how-will-things-work-without-me, which eventually puts them in a complex situation. One way to balance work and family is by working from home. It is a great way to restart the career and gel with your work, without stressing on the transition. And, as boring as it may sound, working from home can be creative, engaging, and satisfying while providing you with a source of income.
If you have no idea how to begin, take a look at the exciting work from home ideas for Moms brought together by Prometheus Consulting. Pick something you are capable of and give it a try. Some of these might take time to provide you with an income, but it’s good to start off with.
- Freelance Writing
You don’t need any formal training for this. You can choose topics you are comfortable with and use the internet for more information. Freelance writing is not restricted to English either. You can search on third-party websites for freelancing jobs or spread the word among your friends. Start slowly, and pick up the pace once you get used to it.
- Home Baking
If your family and friends heap praises on the cookies and cakes you bake, it is time to take your baking to the world at large. Post on social media, inform your friends and neighbors that you are going to sell your baked goods.
- Photography
This might require you to step out of the house once in a while or convert a room in your house into a studio. If either of these ideas works for you, photography is a creative, exciting, and entertaining career to have. That said, you will need to own a professional camera and have the required skills.
- Editor/ Proofreader
If writing doesn’t interest you, editing might. If you have a strong foundation in grammar and tend to correct others’ grammatical errors, why do it for free? You can be a freelance editor for online magazines, publications, or take up individual projects by authors.
- Graphic Designing/ Web Designer
As a software engineer, there are very few things exciting than designing a website or an application. Why let your programming skills get rusty because you can’t work 12–14 hours outside the home? Become a freelance developer/ designer, and work from the comfort of your house.
- Online Tutoring
Online teaching is the latest trend. You can teach subjects, arts, skills, and exercises from home. You will need a good web camera and a high-speed internet connection. Upload your videos online or join a company that provides online classes for various subjects and topics.
- Craft, Décor or Gardening
If you have a knack for any sort of craft or DIY décor ideas, just click, record and share on social media. Make extensive use of digital platforms to showcase your talent. After all, we live in the age of Digital media transforming lives. You have decided for yourself, motivate another Mom to start something today.
You can also sell handmade crafts and custom-designed products. Homemade soaps, candles, baskets, etc. are in demand as more people are showing interest in buying customized products.
If you are a Mom who can dedicate more than five hours a day for work (at home), don’t forget to check out the Work from Home Openings on our website.
