Sunday, May 10, 2015

April 2015 work at home job income report

I  get a lot of questions about am I am really making money online. I think it is important that you can make money while working at home without  MLM or direct sales. 

I want to start tracking each month for my readers how much money I am making at home doing call center work and some of my other gigs.   Due to Non disclosure agreements I signed  I am not comfortable in saying which call centers I am working making  this money. 

Call Center work I track by the number of hours I am logged in and taking calls.   Some call centers pay a flat hourly rate and some pay only on sales and other pay per talk time.  

During April I really needed to get back to basics,  One of my favorite phone clients was back. I only work for them on the major flower holidays think Mother's Day and Valentine' day.  Its flexible and fun work. Who is mad about ordering flowers. I start with them on April 20th and will continue with them until the middle of this week!!  The work at home flower company offered alot of bonuses for signing up early for shifts.  So I got a lot of bonus that way too!! 



One of the downfalls with working so much is trying to keep the homefront going. Luckily, my kids are older now.  We do some really simple meals and used some recipes from  Betty Crocker online cookbook

We are following Dave Ramsey for debt reduction so I am excited that we should have a really nice snowflake this month.  



Call Center work   (click to see which companies hire call center workers) 

Time work  140  hours  (the last week of April was 42 hours and tough) 
Pay $1988
Average pay per hour  $14.20 


Elance (now upwork )  and other short task work including mturk -aka non phone work 

Pay 250



I am not including anything from any  survey and rewards programs as to me those are just extras and I usually save them up for Christmas.  

Gross Total  $2238
Expenses  Landline phone and Internet  $100 




Net Total   $2138


I always take 25% off the top for taxes since I am an independent contractor and have a special account that is NOT touched .  I also have my husband take out extra taxes from his paycheck so we don't usually end up paying.  The 25% then goes to a bill or savings 

Friday, May 08, 2015

Freelance Writer and Blogging WAHM jobs May 8th

Baseball Outlook offers real-time original reporting on MLB Rookies, Prospects, Second Year Players, Minor League News and strives to provide MLB fans with trusted, authentic, agenda-free reporting... we are currently seeking contributors with

*High degree of knowledge OR interest in MLB prospects/rookies/second year players
*Are able to generate topics and ideas on their own
*Have experience writing for a Web audience
*Have a writing style that is clearly identifiable and engaging to readers
*PayPal account is required to receive payments


Recently started a nutrition blog and looking for a solid writer for this blog. To research and write about interesting nutritional topics of interest to the general digital community. Looking for a professional writer that can write with proper grammar but make the content much more engaging. Writing in a conversational manner instead of a professional. A writing style that will keep our readers coming back and not bore people. Average article should be between 1500 and 3000 words. In order to make this type of article engaging and fun for readers it needs to be very well researched and needs to be positioned most of the time in 'list' format and smaller paragraphs to make for a more engaging easier read.

Are you in love with learning or teaching languages?

Would you like your writing to make an impact on a big audience?

And would you like to be part of a team of top-notch language bloggers?

Then we have the perfect job for you.

We are a startup called FluentU. We help people learn languages through real-world videos like movie trailers, music videos, news, and inspiring talks: http://www.fluentu.com/.

We are looking for someone to contribute regularly to one of our blogs. We have blogs for learning or teaching Chinese, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, and English.
Writer /blogger needed

We are looking for talented writers to produce interesting, engaging and thought-provoking content for our career and success focused website CareerAddict. We bring inside info and industry knowledge to those in need and help students, grads, job seekers and entrepreneurs to achieve success.

If you are capable of writing 500 word articles that grab the reader's attention throughout whilst also providing new and educational information to the reader, then we want to hear from you!

Images are vitally important to our website, and so each article written for us must include at least one highly engaging and attention grabbing image to draw in the reader.

NextWave@Home is seeking writers and editors for immediate projects. We are a respected, nonpartisan issue advocacy firm involved in many of today's most important legislative and regulatory debates. This independent contracting opportunity is a good match for news junkies, those who follow politics, and individuals with an interest in current affairs. Your writing support will help constituents make their voices heard in the policymaking process at all levels of government.

Work from anywhere you have wired internet and earn $13/hour for 20+ hours/week. Project hours vary on a case-by-case basis, but some weekday, evening, and/or Saturday work is generally available. 




We are looking for awesome writers / journalists who are looking for a freelance writing opportunity. We are currently needing writers who have experience writing in one or more of the following niches:

-Real Estate
-Fitness/Health/Dentist
-Parenting (Advice, Tips)
-Motorcycle
-Generalist (i.e. someone who has the ability to write in a vast array of niches)

compensation: $200 for each piece, which will include approximately 10 hours of research and writing

We are looking for freelance writers/researchers for a new, multi-media project related to meditation. This is an ongoing project that will consist of approximately 200 short pieces. We are looking for two writers who are interested in being part of an ongoing team. Staff positions will be available in the future.

Requirements: 3+ years of writing experience. Interest in and familiarity with meditation is a huge plus. Interested candidates should send a resume and three writing samples.

Sunday, April 12, 2015

Get Paid for Taking Surveys

In addition, to phone and admin work, one of the things that I do on a regular basis is do internet surveys.  I use this as my pocket change and will use it to pay for Christmas or  save up for a Disney vacation.  like we went on  back in 2013.   
Eligibility
In order to earn money by completing surveys you must meet the criteria for the specific survey. Many companies will require an unpaid screener survey during registration. This information is used to select participants for specific product and service surveys. The key is to have enough of your information on file for the company to know you fit their demographic and extend the offer to you.
Watch Out for Scams
Be cautious. Although being paid for taking surveys is legitimate, there are some that are out to scam and make a quick buck on the hopes of others. Simply follow these rules:
  • Never pay up front.
  • Never pay a membership fee.
  • Never give out personal information like your social security number, credit card or bank account number.
  • Read the terms and conditions.
  • Ensure cash  or gift cards are  the payment method.
Legitimate Companies Follow These Guidelines:
  • Never guarantee a set income
  • Makes clear the reward for each survey
  • Posts privacy policies
  • Does not sell member information to third parties.
Many companies look legitimate. Check out the terms and conditions agreement and privacy policy before signing up. If you can't find these, skip that site.
Look for wording such as, "We do not share personally identifiable information with other third-party organizations for their marketing or promotional uses without your consent except as part of a specific program or feature for which you will have the ability to opt out."
How Paid Surveys Work
Compensation will vary company by company and survey by survey. You may receive a little bit of money, free products, or sweepstakes entries.
First sign up for a paid survey site and complete your member profile. You should receive an email when a survey matches your profile. The email should contain this information:
  • How long it takes to complete the survey
  • How you will be compensated
  • A link to the survey
Most surveys take only 15-20 minutes to take.
Payment
Do not expect a full-time salary from survey taking. It is acceptable to receive compensation of about $50 to $100 each month in cash and products for several short surveys.
Payments can vary widely and can range from $1-$50 in cash, points toward prizes, or sweepstakes entries. Generally the cash is the most valuable option.
How to Maximize your Survey Earnings
Sign up with several legitimate companies and check them all often so you don't miss out on surveys you qualify for.
Once you have been selected for surveys, use the time you have and complete the best offers. You are not obligated to complete all offers.
Keep your profile up to date so you meet eligibility requirements.


Final Word
Taking online surveys is a great way to earn a bit of extra money for a little time. Remember to watch out for scams and look for good compensation.



Thursday, April 02, 2015

March 2015 work at home job income report

I  get a lot of questions about am I am really making money online. I think it is important that you can make money while working at home without  MLM or direct sales. 

I want to start tracking each month for my readers how much money I am making at home doing call center work and some of my other gigs.   Due to Non disclosure agreements I signed  I am not comfortable in saying which call centers I am working making  this money. 

Call Center work I track by the number of hours I am logged in and taking calls.   Some call centers pay a flat hourly rate and some pay only on sales and other pay per talk time.  



During March  I focused on getting back into phone work. After a   I made sure that I did 20 hours a week.  I gave myself a schedule and worked some overnight hours to make sure I did it.  Coffee helps!!   




My husband and I have also started gotten into a bit of credit card debt so I need to focus on getting that paid off.   April I will try to hit 80 hours a week it will be tough since my kids are n spring break Easter week. 



Call Center work   (click to see which companies hire call center workers) 

Time work  80  hours 
Pay $968
Average pay per hour  $12.11


Elance (now Upwork)  and other short task work including mturk -aka non phone work 

Pay  $450



I am not including anything from any  survey and rewards programs as to me those are just extras and I usually save them up for Christmas.  

Gross Total  $1418
Expenses  Landline phone and Internet  $100 


Net Total   $1318

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Do Work at Home Typing Jobs Exist

Reader Question 


 I need a typing job. Can you help me with this? is there any available? I can type 1000 words per half an hour. any e book projects or form filling projects?


In the sometimes quest for legitimate work from home jobs like typing jobs and data entry jobs, there are a few things  to keep in mind. First, these kind of jobs do exist. Second, there are different varieties of home typing jobs. Third, there are a million scams, and you need to be smart about it. The old saying if it sounds too good to be true it probably is.
A common  scam one is where they call it mailbox money hey just keep on posting this in facebook group, craigslist etc and the money will roll in. 

Typing and data entry jobs are a broad category composed of freelance writing, survey taking, audio or voice transcription, virtual assistant and simple data entry to name a few of the most common. Some jobs, like audio transcription or medical transcription, may require special training, software or equipment. Many of the survey taking and simple data entry jobs found online, while legitimate, require you to fill out forms, commit to  trial offers of  products, and to give out your email address and other personal information.


The majority of home typing jobs can be found through websites like   that specialize in posting typing and data entry jobs. 
A couple of resources on how starting 

How to Start Your Work at Home General Transcription Career!




Sunday, March 22, 2015

Balanced: Finding Center as a Work-at-Home Mom

How can a work-at-home mom raise kids, juggle a career and take care of family responsibilities with only 24-hour days? Working at home while raising kids and juggling a career and family responsibilities is no easy feat. Author and homeschooling mom Tricia Goyer shares her tips for finding balance among all your many hats as a mom. Balancing is a process and a journey, one that Tricia herself has yet to perfect. But between writing more than forty books, raising and homeschooling six kids, being a wife, and being active in her community, she has amassed valuable tips she shares in Balanced." 




My Story of Finding Balance {And Some Practical Starter Ideas}
How Your Work Benefits from You Being at Home
How My Kids Benefit from My Work-at-Home-Ness
What Does God Have In Mind When He Selects and Shapes a Person?
Working and Serving from Your Core
Becoming the Architect of Your Own Schedule
Successful {Not Stressful} Family Living
I Can’t Tell You How Many Times a Week I’m Asked, “How Do You Do It All?”
Being a Mom and Following Your God-Given Dreams … I Give You Permission
The Freedom of Knowing Yourself
Balance Isn’t the Ultimate Goal – Knowing God 


The book is currently free for kindle users grab Balanced: Finding Center as a Work-at-Home Mom

Saturday, March 07, 2015

Tips for Professional Work at Home Interview Thank you Note

A work at home job interview is just like if you had a regular interview with a brick and mortar company. It's highly recommended to write a thank you email to the interviewer. Not only is it good business etiquette, but a thank you email will keep you, a likely candidate fresh in their minds.

Here are some tips on writing a professional work at home thank you email. 

Sending a thank you email shows you are interested in the position and the company. Show your enthusiasm and interest throughout the letter.
It shows your appreciation towards the interviewer for investing their time to interview you.

Emphasize your strengths, skills, accomplishments and experience. Let them know what you plan to bring to the company if hired; why you would be a good fit and or an asset to the company.
Use what you've learned in the interview to point out your strongest skills or expertise. You can also help the interviewer remember you by bringing up specific points discussed in the interview.
This a good time to provide additional information that wasn't discussed or forgotten in the interview.
Your interview follow up email should be no longer than a page, error free and professional. Have someone proofread it and don't forget to include your contact details.

When you send an email even a most beautiful document can end up at the recipient's looking all messed up and sloppy. Make sure it is formatted properly. You may want to send it to some friends before firing it off just to make sure it looks professional.

As part of the interview process this is an important step to take. It is best to send your thank you email within 24 - 48 hours after your interview. Anything later may be a moot point.

A thank you email could be just enough to separate you from another candidate in your search in a competitive work at home industry.

S McIntyre owns WorkAtHomeSpace.com a free work at home resource focusing on work at home companies, daily telecommute job leads, articles, business resources and other work at home related topics. You can also get tips on writing resumes and cover letters, interviewing tips and more on her work at home forums.



Sunday, February 22, 2015

Work at Home as Internet Researcher


Remember to  Sign up for daily job leads 
If you are looking for non phone work on the internet, consider becoming an internet researcher answering questions from other people on the web.  
Become an internet researcher 


There are several sites that contract Work at home moms or other people   to answer questions on various topics. So if you have experience in a certain area that will be extremely helpful when you’re applying. With these opportunities you’re not only researching answers for people, you’re also writing the answers online. 

Experts 123 – Experts123 is the best place to go to share your knowledge, get information and promote your expertise. Upon becoming a member of Experts123 you will have all access to our collection of questions, answers, articles, and our experts directory.

Signing up is easy. You can sign up through Facebook or simply enter your email address to the right if you don't have a Facebook account.

Just Answer – Pays 20% – 50% of what the person is willing to pay for the answer (if it’s accepted). Payments are made via PayPal. Has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.

Small Biz Advice - Browse questions and make a bid. Payments are made bi-monthly via PayPal, minus a 5% commission fee. Are you a business expert? Get paid for sharing your knowledge and expertise in your spare time. Some sites provide you points and some say you can promote your services by providing answers, but on our site you can get paid for providing expert advice. Questions may be simple enough how-to's and where to find certain information online or offline and can be answered by anyone knowledgeable enough, or could be complex and need to be answered by a qualified professional. Some may include compiling a research report or data. You can decide which questions to answer.

Web Answers – Incorporates Google Adsense after answering 50 questions , so you get paid based on how much traffic your answer receives. Your goal is to have users select your answer as the "Best Answer" among all other answers posted to that specific question. If your answer is selected as the "Best Answer" you will earn ongoing advertising royalties on that thread and this question becomes yours to monetize. WebAnswers automatically displays Google Adsense  on your behalf for all questions awarded to your account. The more "Best Answers" you receive the more money you earn!

Sunday, February 08, 2015

How to Get Started With Work at Home Medical Billing & Coding Jobs

Medical billing and coding  is  often a popular work from home type of job, but like many other telecommute opportunities, getting started is a challenge. Many companies advertise medical billing jobs that can be done from home, but more often than not, these companies ask you to purchase something. So how can you find real  medical billing from home jobs? 

Here's a few tips to get you started.



Start with the Right Skills
Medical billing, coding and transcription positions require a college degree or certification, so start there if you haven't already. While building the right skills, make sure you are networking since building relationships with instructors and classmates can prove invaluable in the future. Check with the school you studied with—many offer assistance with job placement.  University of Phoenix and Kaplan have medical billing and coding courses that you can do online or in person.  


Do not pay for the job!

If an employer asks for money, this should always be a red flag. Employers shouldn't be asking for money --they should be paying you. There may be financial investment in getting the right software, but pick up what you need from a company that doesn't offer a “too good to be true” job along with it.  

Work in hospital or doctor's office first 

Many employers require their staff to start in-house but offer telecommuting flexibility further down the road after  the relationship is established. Check your local classifieds and job listings for opportunities in the area that could lead to telecommuting opportunities.

Contact Medical offices directly 

Create a list of medical offices near you and give them a call, or better yet drop your resume off in person. Ask if they're hiring, and even if they aren't they may be impressed with your initiative enough to keep your information on file.


Working in medical billing can be a rewarding career that allows you to work from home. Never pay anyone for a job—it's likely not a legitimate opportunity. Instead, ask connections from your schooling or certification studies, consider starting at an in-house position, contact local 

Here are some companies that regularly hiring medical coding and billing.   They may or may not be hiring right now!

Aviacode – Coding, and billing. Must have at least three years’ experience.

Codebusters – Coding, and billing. Experience required.

Conifer Health Solutions – Coding, and billing. Requires experience.

Himagine – Coding. Experience required.

LexiCode – Coding, and billing. Experience required.

Maxim Healthcare – Coding, and billing. Requires at least two years’ experience.

MModal – Coding. Some experience is required.

nThrive – Coding, and billing. Requires at least three years’ experience.

Piedmont Healthcare – Coding. Must have at least two years’ experience.

The Coding Network – Coding. Requires at least three years’ experience.

Saturday, January 31, 2015

Medical Transcription and Editing Career Opportunity

See what the career of an at-home medical transcriptionist is really like. Meet Erika, a work at home mom with 6 kids  as she talks about her day-to-day activities and how a career in medical transcription has changed her life and her family's for the better. 





A career in medical transcription offers a number of benefits, including:

The opportunity to work at home – A real career from your home with no commute, no daycare costs, and the flexibility to work anywhere there's a secure internet connection.
Flexible work schedules – Many medical transcriptionists choose their schedules, so you'll have the freedom to work when it fits your life.
Productivity-based income – The more you work, the more you can make as a medical transcriptionist because most are paid on production.
A career in medical transcription offers the opportunity to earn a great income



Medical Transcription Editing Certification Program


https://www.careerstep.com/programs/health-data/medical-transcription-editing

5 Reasons To Complete Your Medical Transcription Editor Training With CareerStep

Qualify In Four Months.
Medical transcriptionist certification requirements shouldn't cost years. Four months (about 630 hours of study) sounds more reasonable. Earn your medical transcription certification online with CareerStep and you'll get 12 months of program access before you sit for the the RHDS (Registered Healthcare Documentation Specialist) certification test.


Get Hired.
Because you’ve met your medical transcriptionist requirements, employers trust—even prefer—CareerStep-trained and certified medical transcriptionist, and demand for this role is steady.


Work From Home.
Most medical transcriptionists and medical transcription editors work from home, making it the perfect job for parents (and anyone else who needs a flexible schedule).


Take Charge Of Your Paycheck.
Most medical transcription professionals also get paid according to the amount of work they produce, giving you control of your schedule and your paychecks.


Stay In The Black.
Our online medical transcription program is effective and affordable. We make it easy to pay the course fee (because your success is kind of a big deal to us).




Sunday, January 25, 2015

Key Skills to Spotlight in Your WAHM Resume

Writing a resume that includes experience gained from working at home is not much different from writing a regular resume. But there are some areas in which your WAHM skills beat the in-office competition. Here’s what you should be highlighting.
Work at home mom resume

Organizational Skills

It’s easier to stay organized when the boss can drop in on your office at any moment. Not so much when the only one seeing your messy home office is your cat. Keeping your office organized is crucial to work at home success. It’s also a sign of respect—not only to your job, but to yourself.

Dedication and Professionalism

Sure, it was fun gabbing with the gals at the office but that doesn’t even compare to a Real Housewives marathon on Bravo! It takes sheer discipline—and professionalism—to keep yourself sitting at your desk and working when the TV calls your name, especially when your boss is not around to reprimand you.

Superior Communication Skills

When you worked in an office, you could always stroll down the hallway if you needed some clarification from a colleague. Now, you stroll down the hallway and you’re in your kitchen. Working at home requires excellent communication skills, especially when an email or an IM is unclear. Being vocal about your queries also lets your boss know that you’re serious about your job.

Focus

From your mother calling to your dogs looking longingly at you for a walk, there are incessant interruptions when you work at home. These calls for your attention are something that you simply don’t have to deal with when you work in an office. Being able to avoid distractions (yes, even Facebook counts as one) and concentrate on your work is a definite advantage.

Time Management Skills

When you can start—and end—your work day as you please, it’s easy to let the hours slip by. Being able to keep track of time—and stay on top of your work—without a boss breathing down your neck is a skill coveted by all employers.

When you are revamping your resume, you should definitely utilize your work at home strengths to your advantage. After all, these skills will be beneficial for any job that you apply for in the future.

Jennifer Parris is the Career Writer for FlexJobs, an award-winning service that helps job-seekers find professional opportunities that offer work flexibility, such as telecommuting, freelance, part-time or alternative schedules. To learn more about Jennifer, visit FlexJobs.com or tweet @flexjobs.

Saturday, January 24, 2015

How to Make Smart & Good Money with Fiverr

Learn how to make smart movie with Fiverr Fiverr is a marketplace that allows anyone to buy or sell services, or "gigs" as they call them, for $5. Launched in 2010, Fiverr has been a smash hit and is one of the most popular classified boards in the world.




Here are some of the gigs that you work on Fiverr
 Video
 Graphic Design
Copy writing
 Online Tutors
 Social Media marketing tasks
 Blog posts Translation
 Music
 Wordpress Script installation

Here is what works for one fiverr doing writing which is a very common freelance gig. 

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I created a gig to write 400 words of a buyer/s choice of topic for $5. Fiverr takes $1 for every $5 someone spends. So, I made very very little for each article to start. That was my choice to do that to bring in more buyers. You can set your gig for whatever you like. You do not have to be a writer, you can create any job you like for the $5. I personally enjoy writing, so that is what I chose. Content writing is very valuable, so it is a hot commodity on Fiverr. Not all jobs on Fiverr will bring in a lot of orders. I have had a lot of success on the site because I have been willing to write a lot of well researched material for a very low price. Since I stuck it out there for so long, I was able to raise my prices, and people still hired me at the higher price. I am not currently on Fiverr right now, and that is because I’m working so much for Lifetricks. com and I blog for 5 people every week. I also have a few other clients that I write website content for every so often. 



A few things I wish I had known before I created my first gig on Fiverr.

-I wish I had set my gig for a longer period of time. I started it at 3 days, but eventually set my turn around time on a project for 7 days.
-If I had known how valuable content writing is, I would have started the gig at 350 words for $5, since that would encourage a buyer to purchase the gig twice for a more lengthy article.
-If I had known there would have been no shortage of orders, I wouldn’t have accepted every single article request asked of me. It took me three months to feel comfortable telling a buyer that I couldn’t do the article they were asking, for different reasons. It is ok to tell a buyer you don’t want to take on a project. There will be other buyers.
-It is time consuming and you should expect to put in a lot more time then what you are being paid for at least for the first month or two. You’ll develop regular people who come to you all the time. After a month, you can add on a tip to your gig. If you are good at what you do, people will give you the tip. I received many tips. 🙂

It is a learning process, and your experience may not be like mine. Not everyone has success on Fiverr but a lot of people do. I had the ability to hone in on my writing skills with little expectations. People do not expect to get good quality articles at $5, so I was given a lot of grace for writing that may not have been that well put together. Fiverr made a gateway for me to find opportunities to work for other websites, and also to realize that I can in fact blog on a regular basis.

If I had any real wisdom to share it would be, stay patient and flexible. With internet businesses, you do not know which ones will be successful and which ones will fold. There is no guarantee in any of this. So, build up a good clientele with whatever your freelance work should happen to be, so that if one of their sites doesn’t work out, the you still have other projects to fall back on.


I hope this helps anyone who is feeling hesitant about creating a gig on Fiverr. At the end of the day, what is the worse thing that can happen? You open a gig, it doesn’t bring in any money, and you do something instead. 🙂


Sign up for Fiverr here