It’s a satisfying feeling, working at home. You don’t have to wake up to the sound of an annoying alarm clock, you don’t have to get frustrated about being in the traffic jam commuting to work. Oh, and not to mention delays, train stops or delays.

As people begin to redefine the way they work, there will continue to be a steady growth in the traditional workforce, working at home, part-time or full-time.

It is obvious that there are many advantages to working at home, a couple of them are, you make the decisions, you set your own hours.

How do I start working at home?

Many businesses have been started right from the kitchen table, even a one-bedroom apartment will suffice. Remember the guy, Don Lapre, with the whiny voice, “I make thousands of dollars, from my one-bedroom apartment, running a little classified ad…” remember that? LOL.

When searching for an opportunity, choose one that offers a support structure in a team environment. It can be through an online forum, by phone, chat, or a local group. Just make sure you have some kind of reliable support for your business, in case you get stuck, not understanding how to do a particular task.

After you have selected a work at home company, be sure to treat it like a business. Find a suitable, well-ventilated space in your home to set up your office. If you have to use an open space and you’re not alone, block it off with a room divider so you won’t be too distracted by family members while you go about your business.

In general, several keys to success in working from home are self-motivation, organization, patience, consistency and persistence, and knowing when to expand your business for long-term growth.