Guide to Working from Home as Remote Worker (Freelancer)

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Guide to Working from Home as Remote Worker (Freelancer)

Remote work is on the rise, with about millions of Asians, currently working at home half the time or more. With the current pandemic which affects most of the world today, going into online jobs is becoming a norm to most people out there. With better and better systems in place for applying technology, the need for in-office employees is slowly declining.

But before you jump on board, it’s important to know what working remotely involves, what industries and positions are most likely to support remote workers, and whether or not working remotely is a good fit for you.

WHAT IS A REMOTE JOB?

Remote work is a large-scale term that simply refers to any job where you don’t have to commute into an office. It doesn’t matter if you get your work done at a home office, a coffee shop, or a beach in Bali; if you’re not surrounded by your co-workers, employer, or customer, it’s a remote job.

While this is quite a broad category, remote work can be broken down into more specific elements.

What is work from home?

Basically work from home means, you simply working from your home. It doesn’t matter if your company is far or near from your living room – you’re not going to the office.

Of course, nothing is stopping you from using a shared co-working space, a coffee shop, or anywhere with a stable internet connection and an atmosphere that allows you to get your work done effectively.

What is a flex job?

A “flex job” is a term where the employee has freedom regarding when and how much he or she works. While “remote” refers to your workspace, “flex” refers to your work time. Not all flex jobs are remote, but every remote job is a flex job. Before applying for a “flex job,” confirm that the position is as remote as you expected.

What does freelancer means?

While all of the above types of remote work involve being a full-time employee of a specific company, working as a freelancer truly means that you are your own boss and work part time jobs. A freelancer chooses what type of jobs to take, which client to choose, and how many hours to work. With extra freedom comes extra responsibility; you’re also in charge of charging clients, paying bills, buying necessary equipment/software, and getting your own insurance policy. Some months you might be fully occupied with projects, while other times you might not to anything.

GOOD THINGS ABOUT WORKING REMOTELY

  • Flexible schedule:The main benefit workers see to working remotely is a flexible schedule. Do you wake up late in the morning? No problem! Have to bring your child to school? No need to ask anyone for a few hours off, just get any time-sensitive work done ahead of time and you’re in the clear, no permission needed. Your time is your own, and for those that can manage themselves effectively, this aspect of remote work is incredibly satisfying.
  • Work from anywhere:Not only does remote work free up your time, but it also allows you to work from anywhere with a stable internet connection and space for your work lifestyle. Aside from vacationing, remote work allows you to move freely around the country (or even to other countries) without having to worry about job stability. Note that not every remote position will offer total geographic freedom, so be sure to see specific company’s policies regarding this advantage.
  • No commute: if you’re working from home, your commute time just got cut down to however long it takes to walk from your bed to your workspace. Depending on how long your commute used to be, those time savings could be up to three times as high. Avoiding of stressful traffic jams or bustling LRT rides is great on its own, but the lack of a daily commute brings up the financial benefit of remote work.

DISADVANTAGES OF WORKING REMOTELY

  • Unable to stop working: While it’s great that there’s no official start time for your workday, there’s also no official end time. Going into the office every day might be stressful, but at least when 5 pm comes around, you can forget about it until the next day. Of course, even on-site workers might struggle with putting work out of their minds during their free time, so this one really depends on your personal relationship with work.
  • Loneliness:Loneliness and difficulty collaborating or communicating with one’s team are big struggles for remote workers. Most remote workers feel less connected to their in-office counterparts than they would be if they were in the office. This might not be as big an issue if you’re working for a fully remote company, where cooperation and communication are typically must in the corporate culture.
  • Staying motivated:While being your own boss sounds great, there’s a chance that you won’t make a very good boss. Remote work is typically results-oriented; as long as you can hit your deadlines and turn in high-quality work, everything should go just fine, regardless of how many hours you put in. But some people need an authority figure looking over their shoulder to get that extra motivation to make sure you have a set-up that allows you to separate your home office from the more appealing parts of your home is key to successful remote work.

HOW TO FIND THE PERFECT REMOTE JOB

Finding a remote job has never been easier today. Simply register yourself at remotelah platform as remote worker and start sending proposal to your preferred jobs found in the job board.

Get notified via email to alert you on latest remote jobs available in the platform.

Showcase your skills and experience in your profile page to let potential employers view before selecting you for the project or work.

Get paid online via the platform secure escrow payment system and get it transferred to your local bank account once you completed the work.

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Author Since: July 13, 2020

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