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THE JOY OF WORKING FROM HOME http://www.bukaboo.com/jobs/ If the
term home working conjures up visions of filling envelopes for a
paltry wage, think again. Almost any job could lend itself to
being carried out in your home, even if it is just for a couple
of days each week.

Many of the varied roles in the IT and Internet sectors, such as
design, programming and development are ideal for home working,
as they can be done remotely. The same goes for lots of jobs
which use a computer. Other roles suited to home working include
architecture, design, structural engineering, accountancy and
auditing, consulting, journalism, typing - the list is extensive
and varied.

For most, it means making use of technology so that your home is
as well-equipped as your office. PCs, faxes and laptops all help
to spend a few hours or days away from the office, while still
putting in a full week’s work.

Where can I find an employer offering flexible and home working
options? Some forward-thinking companies have realised that much
of their work can be done remotely and advertise flexible
working options to prospective recruits. Companies such as IBM
and Accenture not only encourage home working, they also supply
the equipment for it. But it is not just technology companies
that make the most of flexible working. BMW, Shell, Royal Bank
of Scotland, Nationwide Building Society and Marks & Spencer -
and many more - also offer the option.

How to set up a home office

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You can set up your home office from scratch for well under
£1,000. If you rely on email and use of the Internet you will
need a PC with a modem. You may consider an ISDN line, which is
a high-speed Internet line allowing faster access to the
Internet. Other essential items are a fax machine, a printer and
a mobile phone. If your company is unwilling to foot the bill,
don’t write the concept of working from home off completely.
Consider the balance - will a reduction in your commuting costs
help to pay for the equipment?

PC - from £500 up to £2,000. The cost depends on how powerful a
PC you need for your work ISDN line (optional, depending on your
line of work) - British Telecom can convert your phone line to
ISDN for £99 Fax machine - from £100 Printer - less than £100
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The drawbacks:

Working from home can be a very isolating experience for some
people. Ask yourself if you are the type of person who thrives
in a buzzy environment with lots of noise and chatter around
you. If so, home working may not be for you. Spending time away
from the office will distance you from day-to-day activity, so
it is vital to keep in touch. Think of all those snippets of
information you pick up during a week at work, from useful
gossip about your clients and rivals to tip-offs about potential
jobs. If possible, avoid a job where you spend all your time at
home - try and get into your workplace for one or two days. It
might be appropriate to arrange catch-up meetings with your boss
or peers, just to make sure that you are kept in the loop. Also
try to attend any major company events whether they are social
or official. As well as keeping up to date, you’ll remind
everyone you’re still part of the team. Click on the link below
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