How to Choose a Work-from-Home Job.
An important rule to remember when looking for a
home-based job: Never accept the first job
opportunity that lands on your lap.
Like in the traditional job market, you should be
selective about the role and the client as they are
about you. You need to find that good client-worker fit.
Keep these tips in mind as you hunt for your first home-based job online:
1. Assess your skills, qualifications, and experience.
Identify your skillset. What do you do best? What’s your prior work experience?
Knowing such things will help you decide what home-based career suits you best.
For example, if you’re fluent in English and a foreign language, you can make money
doing translation jobs. If you’re a long-time digital marketer, then you won’t have any
learning curve when you take on a home-based job as a marketing assistant, SEO
specialist, or digital strategist.
2. Choose a job you’re passionate about.
Following your passion gives you the motivation to keep going even when work becomes
challenging.
If you love gaming, you can start live streaming your gameplay and earn money from it.
If you have a web development experience, then you can be a game developer.
If you’re excellent with numbers, pursuing work-from-home accounting jobs makes sense.
If you love talking to kids, you’ll enjoy being an online English teacher.
3. Use job search sites to narrow down your home -based job search.
Online job marketplaces such as Upwork and Onlinejobs.ph have search filters that allow
users to refine their search according to job categories, project length, and other
parameters. Use these features to your advantage, so you can trim down your options
based on your preferences.
4. Determine your priorities and non -negotiables.
Before you begin looking for job opportunities, decide on the things that are important to
you and which ones you’re willing to compromise. Consider how a home-based job fits
into your lifestyle.
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For example, stay-at-home parents may prefer a flexible schedule over regular office
hours. Night owls are more productive when they work on a night shift.
Do you hate making phone calls? Then home-based call center jobs are certainly not for
you.
Introverts who prefer to work independently should avoid jobs that require a lot of
interaction and collaboration, such as telemarketing and ESL teaching.
5. Have a good mix of jobs that provide steady income and one -time projects.
When choosing the right home-based job, consider the flow of income it will bring. Ideally,
have a job that pays regularly and look for one-time projects that can supplement that
income.
6. Ask the potential client a lot of questions.
Engage your potential clients in a conversation—ask as many questions as possible to
know more about their business, the job opportunity, and its potential for growth. Doing
so shows not only your interest in the position but also helps you determine if the job fits
you.
Where to Find Legitimate Home-Based Jobs
in the Philippines.
Filipinos usually get home-based jobs through referrals,
online communities, and online job marketplaces. Let’s
explore each method.
1. Referrals.
The best way to land a home-based job is by getting referrals from family, friends, and
former colleagues and clients. You can get direct feedback on job opportunities they’re
recommending to you, and you’re sure they’re referring you to a legitimate client.
2. Online Communities.
Companies and agencies, mostly startups, post home-based job ads on relevant
Facebook groups and forums like Reddit. While some of them may be legitimate
opportunities, beware of job postings that look suspicious or offer incredibly high or low
rates.
3. Online Remote Job Marketplaces.
Online job portals make job search easy. Simply sign up for an online account to start
looking for home-based jobs that match your skills and experience.
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LinkedIn, Upwork, and Freelancer.com are among the popular online job marketplaces
for Filipinos. But far more choices are available.
Steps on how to Find the Best Small
Business Ideas in the Philippines with
High Profit:
1. Look for ideas within yourself.
Tap into your expertise.
Turn your hobby into an enterprise.
Put your technical knowledge/skills to good use.
Fix something that bothers you.
Choose an industry that interests you.
2. Look for ideas around you.
Fulfill unmet needs.
Find a gap in the supply-demand chain.
Create alternatives for imported goods.
Explore untapped local resources.
Be on the lookout for the latest technology.
3. Get inspiration from profitable small business ideas in the Philippines.
Best Business Ideas in the Philippines
A. Food Business Ideas.
Rice Business (Bigasan).
Kakanin Business.
Street Food Business.
Water Refilling Station.
Bakery (Panaderya).
Pizza Business.
Food Catering Business.
Food Cart.
Canteen/Eatery Business (Carinderia).
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Baking Business.
Ice Cream Business.
Chicken Rotisserie (Lechon Manok) Business.
Lugawan/Gotohan Business.
Meat Processing Business.
Meat Shop/Meat Retailing Business.
Palamig/Samalamig Business.
Tapsilog Business.
Siomai Stand.
Healthy Meal Delivery Service/Diet Delivery Program.
B. Consulting Business Ideas.
Financial Planner/Advisor.
Digital Marketing/Social Media Consultant.
Coaching Services.
Personal Fitness Trainer.
Image Consultant.
C. Personal Services.
Personal Shopper.
Dance Instructor/Choreographer.
Guitar Teacher.
Yoga Instructor.
Car Wash Business.
Vulcanizing Shop.
Laundry Shop.
Personal Concierge and Errand Services.
Auto Repair Shop.
Cellphone Repair Shop.
Shoe Repair Shop.
Delivery/Courier Services.
Tailoring/Alteration Services.
Computer Repair Services.
D. Pet Business.
Pet Grooming Services.
Online Pet Supplies Shop.
Pet Care Services.
E. Retail Business.
CCTV Installation.
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Garage Sale Business.
Cellphone Load Retail Business/E-Loading Station.
Local Produce Retailer.
Online Clothing Store.
Ukay-Ukay Store/Thrift Clothing Shop.
Sari-Sari Store.
Convenience Store/Mini-Grocery Store.
Collectibles Business.
F. Home-Based Online Business.
Digital Marketing Services.
Virtual Assistant Business.
Blogging.
Medical Transcription Services.
Software/Mobile App Development.
Online Selling.
Vlogging.
G. Rental Business.
Piso Wi-Fi.
PisoNet Business.
Videoke Machine Rental.
Drone Rental.
Formal Wear Rental.
Costume Rental.
H. Events Business.
Photo Booth Rental.
Sound system
Reception Area
I. Agribusiness.
Indoor Plant Business.
Vegetable/Rice Business
Mushroom Business.
J. Summer Business Ideas.
Swimming School/Swimming Instructor.
Halo-Halo Stall.
Ice Candy Business.
Fruit Shake Business.
K. Recycling Business Ideas.
1. Junk Shop.
2. Selling Used Books and Magazines.
3. Selling Recycled Crafts.
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L. Printing Business Ideas.
T-Shirt Printing.
Tarpaulin Printing.
Photocopy Business.
Digital and Offset Printing Services.
M. Health and Beauty Business Ideas.
Beauty Salon/Barber Shop.
Hair and Makeup Services.
Spa/Massage Therapy Business.
Soap Making Business.
Gym/Fitness Center Business.
N. Tourism Business Ideas.
Tour Guide Services.
Adventure Tourism Business.
Travel Agency.
O. Transport Business Ideas.
Car Rental Business.
Bicycle Rental Shop.
Moving Company/Lipat-Bahay Service.
Logistics/Trucking/Hauling Services.
Modern Jeepney Franchise.
TNVS/Ride-Hailing Services.
P. Home Repair and Improvement Business Ideas.
Interior Design Business.
Liquid Detergent Business.
Residential/Commercial Cleaning Services.
Pest Control Services.
Furniture Upholstery Business.
Landscaping Business.
Plumbing/Electrician/Handyman Services.
Q. Real Estate Business Ideas.
Real Estate Broker/Agent.
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