How to Get a Job Where You Make Your Own Schedule

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Start a small business.

   If you have an idea for a business endeavour and are willing to work hard to achieve your vision, start a small business (either at home or elsewhere) where you can make your own hours.
   
   Make a business plan, save money or get a loan for startup costs (e.g. production materials and equipment, employees if necessary), plan a budget, and file paperwork to register your business.
   
   Visit domain sites like GoDaddy.com to start a website for your business, and buy advertising (e.g. in local newspapers)., If your grammar and spelling skills are strong, freelance writing is a great way to earn money from home while making your own hours.
   
   Opportunities are available writing, editing, and blogging for a range of companies, most transactions occurring completely online and on a contract basis.
   
   To see postings of available positions visit the Freelance Writing Jobs website at http://www.freelancewritinggigs.com/freelance-writing-job-ads/. , Remote data entry positions are available online if you have good typing skills (35-40 words per minute, at least), are software savvy, and have a well-running computer.
   
   This can be seasonal employment or a year-round commitment, but flexible hours are always possible.
   
   To find online data entry work, visit websites like:
   Upwork.com, a website that connects companies and freelance data entry specialists Fiverr.com, a website for entrepreneurs to connect with a variety of freelance specialists , Direct sales involve the selling of products outside of retail stores, for a paid commission on each product sold (usually 20-35%).
   
   Sales are typically made to friends, family, colleagues, or other acquaintances but can also branch into online sales, using networking to build a customer base.To find a sales project that’s right for you, visit the Direct Selling News website for a list of the top 100 direct sales companies today.As a direct sales consultant, you can also host get togethers at your home to present and sell products (e.g. a makeup party for Avon). , A fun way to earn money from home on your own schedule is to make crafts to sell online.
   
   Sign up as a seller at Etsy.com, the largest and most well-known online craft forum, or visit smaller sites like madeitmyself.com.
   
   To stand out amongst a sea of craft vendors, go for unique ideas like:
   Bottle cap earrings Wine bottle wind chimes Piñatas Seashell candles Denim purses
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   Step 2: Try freelance writing.

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   Step 3: Do freelance data entry.

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   Step 4: Be a direct sales consultant.

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   Step 5: Sell crafts online.

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