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Many entrepreneurs, who are new to the business world, choose work from home business opportunities to save money on overhead and office space. While there are several benefits of running a home-based business, but still it's not for everyone and the reality might be different from what you're expecting.
Irrespective of the nature and type of self employment chosen by you, here are some "Myths and Realities" of being a self-employed person.
Myth: It is very easy for "work from home" parents to handle their work and kids or family.
Reality: You've to be adept at management and separate your work from family; else, you won't be able to manage both properly.
Many parents choose a home-based business just to save a lot of money on daycare and can see their kids growing while doing work from home. But, it is not easy at all, even working with kids is pretty much impossible. Your kids or family will constantly interrupt you that can reduce your productivity and earning as well.
Myth: If you choose work from home opportunity, you get the freedom to work anywhere in the house.
Reality: You need to create a workplace where you can get privacy and peace.
The idea of work at home excites a person with a dream of taking rest one a sofa with a cup of coffee while writing our articles or whatever your profession demands in the living room of your house. You need to create a dedicated workplace within your home to improve your productivity. A place where you can plan, work and produce with peace and without any disturbance.
Myth: Once you start working from home, you will never be comfortable with office jobs.
Reality: A work from home job can be isolating.
You need to make a regular commitment to go out from home and take to breathe in the fresh air. Make friends; join a gym or any other activity that updates you about what is going on your surrounding.
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