Common Terms You Should Be Familiar With When Wanting To Work From Home

If you are interested in working from home there are several key terms you should become familiar with as you browse our blog, Home Jobs For Moms.

The following terms are:

Telecommuting – is a work arrangement in which an employer allows their employee to work from any location. If you are currently working for a company there is a possibility that they would allow you to work from home depending on the type of work you do. Here’s an article on How To Convince Your Employer To Let You Work From Home

Blogger – a blogger is a person who keeps and updates a blog. A blog is a type of website updated on a regular basis and is often maintained by one person. However, as of late several blog networks are popping up and lots of people contribute to one or several blogs at a time.

Blogging Job – is a writing job for a person who is a blogger. Blogging jobs are scarce and very hard to get hired for. There is an excellent article over at Problogger that tells you How To Apply For A Blog Job. It’s a definite must read if you are thinking about applying for a blogging job.

Job Leads – As you search for an online job you will notice that most websites refers to job postings as job leads.

Virtual Assistant – a secretary or administrative assistant that works from home. They are not employed by a company. They outsource their services. For more information on how you can become a virtual assistant you can visit this very helpful website, Virtual Business Mavens, and they will teach you how to become a VA.

Freelance Writer – a person who writes for a company or set of companies on a contract basis. Freelance writers are also NOT employed by a specific company.

Freelance/Contract Jobs – Again a freelance or contract job is an outsourced job. The person does work for the company but they are not employed by the company nor do they receive any benefits. A great place to find freelance jobs is Sologig and FreeLanceSwitch.com