Home School Heartbeat Radio Program

Mike Smith:
As with any major decision, start considering the option to work from home by honestly evaluating your situation. Ask yourself what goals you want to accomplish by working from home, what your qualifications might be, and what challenges you are likely to encounter.

Then, do your research! This will give you a much firmer footing when you begin working from home.

Your best source of information is the library. You’ll find plenty of reliable books to consult, as well as guidance for complying with local codes. Also, get advice from friends who either work from home or are experienced in business themselves.

A word to the wise: work-at-home scams are everywhere. Be very wary of job opportunities that you run across on the internet or in the classifieds. An ad that promises you can earn thousands of dollars a day is a ruse, pure and simple. To learn how you can protect yourself against scams, visit the websites of the Federal Trade Commission and the Better Business Bureau.

Don’t rush the research stage. If you feel that your situation is an emergency, then seek a temporary solution for your family that allows you the time to make a wise decision about working from home. Looking for a quick fix can cause you to overlook important considerations, make poor decisions, and be more vulnerable to scams. Instead, trust that the Lord will lead you to the right opportunity in His perfect timing. And until next time, I’m Mike Smith.