Can You Be Successful Working from Home?
Learn if you have the ideal traits to work from home.
Do you have an area in your home that can be dedicated to work space?
Yes, I have a space for a desk, and whatever else I need. I am dedicated to having a successful home-based business.
Yes, I use my kitchen table. But it's in the middle of a busy area. It's pretty inconvenient to work there because it limits my productivity.
No, not at this time. However, I can probably find a way to make some space.
No, I have no space in my home that can be dedicated to my work.
Can you focus on one task at a time, ignoring everything else around you?
Yes, I can! I am the queen of ignoring everyone and getting stuff done.
Yes, I can, when the house is quiet. But I can't think straight when my children are running around and the dog is barking.
No, I always seem to be multi-tasking. I have too much to do.
No, there are too many distractions at home for me to focus on any one thing.
Are you computer savvy?
Yes, I am and whatever skills I don't know, I can learn.
Yes, I am and if I need to, I will find someone else whose computer skills exceed my own.
No, I am not very comfortable with computers.
No, I don't need to use a computer for my work
Are you an organized person without being a perfectionist?
Yes, I am highly organized. And what is wrong with being a perfectionist?
Yes, I am somewhat organized. I know where all my work items are. "Kids. Crap, where are the kids?"
No, I am too creative to be organized. My messiness inspires me.
No, I am a mess.
Can you see the big picture but live in the moment?
Yes, I am a planner. My goals have goals!
Yes, I'm a big picture thinker when it comes to having measurable goals. But when it comes to non-measurable things like being happy, not so much.
No, I can see the big picture or the task for today but not both.
No, I avoid focusing on the future and just focus on what I am doing right now.
Do you possess strong verbal and written communications skills?
Yes, I majored in Communication.
Yes, I do fine but I am by no means an expert communicator.
No, not at this time, but I am working on it!
No, I find it hard to communicate and express my ideas with others.
Are you good at keeping track of your finances?
Yes, I am a whiz at finances.
Yes, I do fine. I can't account for every penny but I know basically how I spend my money.
No, I don't really like to think about money. I am not that good with math. However, I would like to be better.
No, I hold my breath and pray when I use my credit cards or look at my bank account.
Can you appear professional, for your field, while working from home?
Yes, I can dress business casual, comb my hair and put on some makeup. And my house will always look perfect on camera.
Yes, I can but I won't go out of my way to dress differently then I do when I am off camera.
No, I can't. I have children and a barking dog.
No, I want to work from home but I don't want to be seen on camera.
Are you disciplined enough to ensure you can get all your work done in time without supervision?
Yes, I am very responsible and disciplined.
Yes, I usually can ensure I finish most tasks.
No, I usually need someone else to impose a schedule or deadline on me.
No, I hate timelines and schedules!
Are you able to use social media to achieve business goals without wasting time on non-business items?
Yes, I am all business.
Yes, most of the time I can. Some days are better than others.
No, I have to stay away from social media, especially Facebook. I always tend to get lost for hours there catching up with my friends.
No, I love social media. I am on there for hours and don't see that changing just because I am working. It's one of the perks of working from home.
Congratulations! You have the skills to be very successful working from home.
It appears that you have the ideal skills, environment and mindset to work from home.
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If you would like to further your skills, please see the mentoring packages we offer at www.sonfluence.com.
Yes, you can make working from home work for you.
With a little assistance and mentoring you could become very successful at working from home.
If you would like to further your skills, please see the mentoring packages we offer at www.sonfluence.com.
If you would like to further your skills, please see the mentoring packages we offer at www.sonfluence.com.
Working from home may be more of a challenge for you.
For you, working at home may not come as easily as it does for others. You may need to develop some additional skills before you can work efficiently and successfully from home.
If you would like to further your skills, please see the mentoring packages we offer at www.sonfluence.com.
If you would like to further your skills, please see the mentoring packages we offer at www.sonfluence.com.
No worries. Working from home is not ideal for everyone.
Working from home is not a right fit for everyone. There is no simple test that can really determine if you are or are not a fit. If you are sincere about wanting to work from home, you will need to make this a priority in your life.
If you would like to further your skills, please see the mentoring packages we offer at www.sonfluence.com.
If you would like to further your skills, please see the mentoring packages we offer at www.sonfluence.com.