I've noticed a few posts with people finding it hard to find work. So I thought I would pass along some information that helped me when I was in the same situation. Great resourses for some extra cash :
DATABASE OF LEGITAMATE WORK AT HOME OPPERTUNITIES
The companies below offer work-from-home assignments and never charge a fee to apply or see job listings. Most require that you register and submit a cover letter or resume. If you are selected as an associate they offer free (and paid) training. Each one has its own particular requirements.
Virtual call center representatives work remotely and are geographically dispersed. Hours are very flexible. Many centers have positions for native English as well as Spanish bilingual speakers. Good call center reps can speak clearly, establish rapport and multitask. A home office, landline or VoIP phone, computer, Internet access and headset are usually required.
Call centers pay in a variety of ways, including by the minute, on commission, hourly, or any combination of these. Pay varies, but agents typically earn $8 - $16 an hour with top performers averaging $25 an hour.
1-800 Flowers (seasonal only) - http://ww22.1800flowers.com/template.do?id=template8&page=9000
Accolade Support - http://www.accoladesupport.com/techjob.html
ACD Direct - http://www.acddirect.com/becomeanagent.html
Advanis - http://www.advanis.ca/Corporate/Careers
AdviseTech - http://www.advisetech.com/company-employment.html
Apline Access - http://www.alpineaccess.com/external/index.html
Arise - http://www.arise.com/work-at-home/
ARO - http://www.callcenteroptions.com/shell.asp?p=hr
Blue Zebra - http://www.bluezebraappointmentsetting.com/Careers.aspx
Capital One (virtual call center) - http://www.capitalone.com/careers
Convergys - http://careers.convergysworkathome.com/WAHApplyNow.aspx
Cloud 10 - http://www.cloud10corp.com/index.php?home_career
Cruise.com - http://www.cruise.com/misc_pages/employment.asp?skin=001
Direct Interactions - http://www.directinteractions.com/default.aspx
Frontline - http://frontlinecallcenter.com/careers.aspx
Globewired - http://www.globewired.com/applynow.html
HirePoint - http://www.hirepoint.com/athome/index.html
ICT Group - http://www.ictgroup.com/careers.aspx
Liveops - http://www.liveops.com
NCO - http://www.ncogroup.com/Careers/Search_for_Careers_at_NCO.html
Service 800 inc - http://www.service800inc.com/careers/
Sitel - http://www.sitel.com/index.php?p=Careers&pageId=8
Sutherland - http://www.sutherlandathome.com/
7
VIP Desk - http://www.vipdesk.com/info/careers-at-vipdesk/current-openings.aspx
Ver-A-Fast - http://www.verafast.net/job_opportunities.htm
West - http://www.apply.westathome.com/index.html
Working Solutions - http://www.workingsolutions.com/careers.aspx
Xact - http://www.myxact.com/jobs/
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION AND CODING
Medical transcribers listen to doctor's voice recordings regarding patient visits, procedures and other information. Transcribers then write this information into a computer text file. Medical coders ensure that doctor's requests for blood work and other procedures use proper medical codes so that the requests can be filled by health insurance companies. Both fields require some knowledge of medical terminology.
The average starting salary of a medical transcriber/coder is $30,000. This assumes good typing skills.
Applied Medical Service - http://www.appliedmedicalservices.com/career_main.html
Complete Coding Solutions - http://www.completecodingsolutions.com/
Diversified Reporting - http://www.diversifiedreporting.com/index.html
Medquest - http://www.medquist.com
Medical Job World - http://www.medicalbillingncoding.com/index.htm
Medical Transcription Jobs - http://www.medicaltranscriptionjobs.org/
Next Generation Transcription - http://www.ngtnow.com/
Personal Touch Coding Solutions - http://www.personaltouchcoding.com/
Professional Medical Services - http://www.professionalmedicalservices.org/mt_requirements.html
REAL MYSTERY SHOPPING
Contrary to popular belief, mystery shoppers do not review products, nor do they ever pay an application or certification fee. They visit stores, banks, restaurants, hotels, salons and many other businesses to browse, ask questions, purchase and sometimes return products. Afterwards, they fill out a report about what happened – noting the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff, cleanliness of the environment and other details. All links below are to reputable Mystery Shopper companies who are verified by the Mystery Shopper Providers Association and never charge an application or certification fee.
There are no requirements for being a mystery shopper, though certified mystery shoppers do receive higher paying assignments on average. The certification process is always free from a reputable agency. In addition to per-shopping-trip pay, shoppers receive imbursement for purchases and services. Pay can range from $8 - $100 or more per trip.
A Closer Look - http://www.a-closer-look.com/BecomeAShopper.aspx
About Face - http://www.aboutfacecorp.com/shop_become.cfm
Ace Mystery Shopping - http://www.acemysteryshopping.com/shoppers.asp
Ann Michaels - http://www.ishopforyou.com/Shop_For_Ann_Michaels.html
Anonymous Insights - http://www.a-insights.com/
CRG - http://www.crgms.com/general.cfm
Customer 1st - http://www.customer-1st.com/shopper/default.asp
Customer Perspectives - http://www.customerperspectives.com/how-to-become-a-mystery-shopper/
DSGAI - http://www.dsgai.com/Mystery_Shoppers.aspx
Experience Exchange - https://www.experienceexchange.com
GFK Mystery Shopping - https://www.cybershoppersonline.com/GfK.smart.shopper/
HS Brands - http://www.hsbrands.com
ICC Decision Services - http://www.iccds.com/become-a-shopper-2
Infoma - http://www.informars.com/main/Company/BeAMysteryShopper.aspx
Intellishop - http://www.intelli-shop.com/evaluator-area/become-an-evaluator
Jancyn - http://www.jancyn.com/work-for-jancyn
KSS International - http://www.kernscheduling.com/shoppers/
Measure Consumer Perspectives - http://measurecp.com/
Mystery Researchers - http://www.mysteryresearchers.com/shopper.html
Mystery Shops - https://www.mysteryshops.com/prospective.asp
Mystique Shopper - http://www.mystiqueshopper.com/apply.html
Caliber Interactions - https://www.caliberinteractions.com/become.aspx
Reality Based Group - http://www.realitybasedgroup.com/secret_shoppers
Reality Check - http://www.rcmysteryshopper.com/mysteryshoppers1.html
Secret Shopper - http://www.secretshopper.com/info/shoppers/shopperIntro.asp
Service Excellence Group - http://www.serviceexcellencegroup.com/shopper-headquarters/become-a-shopper/
Shoppers’ View - http://www.shoppersview.com/shopper-login.php
Signature Worldwide - http://www.signatureworldwide.com/mystery-shopping/mystery-shopping-index.aspx
Six Star Solutions - http://www.sixstarsolutions.com/Become_A_Shopper.html
Shoppers’ Critique - http://www.shopperscritique.com/Preview/LocationSelection.aspx
Tell Us About Us - http://www.tellusaboutus.com/Customer-Feedback/BecomeShopper.aspx
Service Excellence Group - http://www.serviceexcellencegroup.com/shopper-headquarters/become-a-shopper/
Shoppers’ View - http://www.shoppersview.com/shopper-login.php
Signature Worldwide - http://www.signatureworldwide.com/mystery-shopping/mystery-shopping-index.aspx
Six Star Solutions - http://www.sixstarsolutions.com/Become_A_Shopper.html
Shoppers’ Critique - http://www.shopperscritique.com/Preview/LocationSelection.aspx
Tell Us About Us - http://www.tellusaboutus.com/Customer-Feedback/BecomeShopper.aspx
FREELANCE AND WHA SITES AND ASSIGNMENS
The following Websites are a collection of free membership databases where people and companies look to outsource various projects to work-at-home folks. For nearly all of these sites you’ll need to become a member, though doing so is absolutely free and there is no obligation whatsoever to join.
NOTE: You’ll find that several of the sites listed below offer both onsite assignments as well as work-from-home assignments. When searching for work on such a site it would be a good idea to run your search using the keyword: TELECOMMUTE. This will bring up only work-at-home opportunities.
These resources are extremely valuable as they present opportunities in home office work, many Writing Assignments, Medical Billing, Coding and Transcription, General Transcription, Data Entry, Web Design, Graphic Design, Voiceover Assignments, Internet Marketing & Search Engine Optimization (SEO) assignments, and more.
Some of the assignments will require that the applicant bid on the job. Many sites offer you a certain number of free bids per week, so use your bids wisely. Others will post the pay rate they’re offering. Obviously there will be competition for some of these opportunities. Before getting started, compile your resume and any related work samples or endorsements you might have. Make yourself stand out from the crowd by placing these materials on your own Website.
There’s also a section below the regular Freelance Sites titled Forum Directory. When searching for assignments, check the forums as well. These discussion forums are valuable resources for understanding and getting acquainted with freelancing. Many of them also offer a free ‘marketplace’ section where both people posting assignments and
those seeking freelance work can publish their requests. What this amounts to is loads of free advertising. Take advantage of it. Happy Hunting!
Freelance Opportunities
Various Listings
http://www.2work-at-home.com/telecommute.shtml
http://freelancefolder.com
http://www.odesk.com/jobs
http://www.ratracerebellion.com/job_postings.htm
http://jobs.freelanceswitch.com
http://www.allfreelancework.com
http://www.freelancefree.com
http://www.freelancers.net
http://www.guru.com/pro/index.aspx
http://www.elance.com
http://www.getafreelancer.com
http://www.tjobs.com/joboppsn.shtml
http://www.worldwideworkathome.com
http://www.quintcareers.com/telecommute_jobs.html
http://www.workaholics4hire.com
http://www.mediabistro.com/bbs/cache/f151_1.asp
Telephone, Writing and Design
http://www.onpointathome.com
http://www.ifreelance.com
Design and Graphic Design
http://www.designcrowd.com
http://www.freelancedesigners.com
Web and Programming
http://www.php-freelancers.com
http://www.rentacoder.com
http://www.devbistro.com/jobs/telecommute
Translators
http://www.freelancersupport.com
Professional Positions
http://www.flipdog.com/jobs/usa/telecommute
Use a Telecommute Filter on these huge databases:
http://www.simplyhired.com
http://www.careerbuilder.com
http://www.monster.com
Specialty Listings
Handyman
http://www.handyman.com
http://www.hometask.com/services.aspx
Process Server
http://www.serve-now.com
http://www.processservers.com
WRITING FOR MONEY
Many, many websites seek freelance writers. The content you write can have a variety of forms: promotional, review-style, how-to, topic, news based and more. A good command of written English is required, and expertise in a particular field is preferred, but not required. Most freelance writing websites will require you submit a resume and a writing sample.
Freelance writers get paid in different ways: per-word or per-article flat rates and revenue sharing are the two most common payment methods. Revenue share articles earn money over a pre-determined time range, usually from five years to the life of the article. Flat rates average $5 - $15 per 400 word article. Some freelance writing websites have a grading system in place so that as you write more high quality pieces, you are offered higher paying assignments.
Associated Content - http://www.associatedcontent.com
Auction Bytes - http://www.auctionbytes.com/cab/pages/write/
Break Studios - http://breakstudios.break.com/users/apply
Bright Hub - http://www2.brighthub.com/writers/writerswanted.html
Bukisa - http://www.bukisa.com
Demand Studios - http://www.demandstudios.com (writers, copy editors and film makers)
Ebyline - https://www.ebyline.com/register/freelancer
Examiner - http://apply.examiner.com/?editionid=926
Helium - https://www.helium.com/registration/signup?who=writer&placement=hma_content_atf_right
Hubpages - http://www.hubpages.com
InfoBarrel - http://www.infobarrel.com/
Seed - http://www.seed.com/
Sponsored Reviews - http://www.sponsoredreviews.com/
Squidoo - http://www.squidoo.com/wizard/start
Suite101 - http://www.suite101.com
Textbroker - http://www.textbroker.com
Triond - http://www.triond.com/
Wisegeek - https://www.wisegeek.com/freelance-writing-jobs.htm
Regardless of which freelancing opportunities you choose to specialize in, applying for gigs and contract work is the first step to building your business. Once you have worked some jobs and gained some clients and contacts, you well be better established in your field. From this point, you can go on to build to brand yourself as a specialist in a particular area(s) to build your home based business, as we’ll discuss in the next section.
ADVANCED FREELANCING: PROMOTING YOUR SERVICES
It’s one thing to take an assignment from someone and perform as you’re instructed. It’s an entirely different proposition to tailor your freelancing efforts around services that are already in demand. When you’re officially set up to offer various services you stand out and it’s simple to do. Create a menu of services along with prices and post them to your Website.
The methods of bringing traffic to your website are limitless. Article submission, press releases, social networking and participation in forums will all deliver visitors to your website – and this traffic doesn’t cost a penny. Below are free tools and databases that will allow you to work independently, beyond the scope of a one-time assignment. The tools below will help you build your home office, brand your business and yourself. Included in these tools is a HUGE database (too big for this guide so I’ve put it online for you) of website, article and press release directories.
FREELANCE HOME OFFICE AND INTERNET MARKETING TOOLS
Open Office
Free word processing, spreadsheet, slide presentation and other software (comparable to Microsoft Word)
http://www.openoffice.org
http://www.jarte.com/index.html (Add-on to Wordpad)
Office Templates
Resume builder, and many more useful free tools from Microsoft
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/templates/FX100595491033.aspx
Spell Checker and Language Tool
Free grammar and spelling checkers
http://www.spellchecker.net/spellcheck
http://www.languagetool.org
Business Plans
Free business plan and financial projection templates.
http://www.planware.org/freebusinessplan.htm
http://www.scribd.com/doc/36341/Business-Plan-Template
Inkscape
Excellent graphics software
http://inkscape.org/index.php?lang=en
TechSmith and CamStudio
Video capture and editing software
Paid software http://www.techsmith.com/camtasia.asp
Free http://camstudio.org
Article Submission
Paid software http://www.srtsoft.com
Newspaper & Radio Outlets
For paper press release submissions
http://www.newspapers.com
http://www.radio-locator.com
*HUGE* Directory of Website, Article and PR Directories as well as Social Networks
Use these tools and get free visitors to your website for life
http://cuzitiseverything.com/category/1000-free-work-at-home-tools/
FORUMS ARE YOUR NEW BEST FRIENDS - A COMPREHENSIVE FORUM GUIDE
Internet Marketing (IM) Forums
The IM discussion forums below can be invaluable to your development and success. Many of the people frequenting these sites are experienced and successful marketers who can help you build your business. Most of the discussion sites require that users become members. All of the forums listed in this guide are free to join.
The first site I’ve listed is a particular favorite of mine. Many of the folks there are savvy, experienced Internet Marketers. I’ve learned so much from them it’s hard to describe. The education I’ve received in marketing and freelancing would have cost me thousands of dollars in the physical world. And by the same token, I’ve been able to share some of my own expertise with the members. That’s what’s so great about the Internet, it’s always a give and take proposition.
As I’ve mentioned above, you’ll want to pay particular attention to the ‘marketplace’ sections of each forum. This is where people look for and offer various services. I’ve been hired for thousands of dollars in writing assignments on the Warrior Forum. And though they have two particular venues where members can advertise for a small fee,
I’ve never spent a penny to get work. The reason is that many appeals for freelancers can be found in the general posting areas.
IMPORTANT: If you’re new to online discussion forums there are some simple rules to acknowledge, both written and unwritten. The first is simple: be nice. The second is also simple: discuss, do not advertise or spam. An unwritten rule: it’s okay to offer work but not okay to seek work outside of the forums’ set up as markets. And though it isn’t a set rule this seems to apply in every forum on the Internet: the more you offer in the way of help to others, the more you’ll receive in return. It seems that particular rule transcends all of time and space.
NOTE: One way to get freelancing assignments from forums is to critique or offer constructive advice when a member is seeking it. And all forums are loaded with people looking for opinions and suggestions on all types of projects. I’ve been able to pick up many a copywriting assignment by privately mailing a member explaining how I’d improve his project. Perhaps you can find business that way as well.
IM Forums
Forums with Marketplaces:
http://www.warriorforum.com
http://www.gurucreation.com/forum
http://www.dreamteammoney.com
http://www.ablakeforum.com
http://www.internetmarketingforums.net/index.php
http://www.xenyo.com/forum
http://www.top25web.com/bbs/index.php
Other Forums:
http://www.revboard.com - Internet & Affiliate Marketing, Webmaster
http://forums.digitalpoint.com - Huge!
http://www.highrankings.com/forum
http://www.daniweb.com/forums/forum25.html
http://forums.teneric.co.uk/internet-marketing-forum
http://forums.seochat.com - SEO
http://pandia.com/optimization - SEO
http://www.network54.com/Forum/11488
http://profitseekersnetwork.com/forum/forums.html
http://www.im4newbies.com/forum - Newbie geared.
http://www.ihelpyou.com/forums
http://www.webproworld.com
Affiliate Marketing and Clickbank Forums
http://www.ewealth.com
http://www.wickedfire.com
http://www.clickbanksuccessforum.com/forum
Freelance Forums
Check out the forums below for tips and suggestions on freelancing. You’ll also want to check postings in the Marketplace and Opportunity forums for freelance assignments.
Forums with Marketplaces:
http://www.freelancegossip.com
http://forums.freelanceswitch.com
http://forums.freelanceuk.com
http://www.connect.freelancevenue.com
Other Forums:
http://www.talkfreelance.com
http://www.freelanceforum.org/cms
http://www.freelancelounge.com
http://community.softimage.com/index.php
WAH Discussion Forums
Work at home discussion forums are excellent venues to learn about what’s happening, what’s hot and what’s not. Many of them profile various opportunities. Virtually all have seasoned WAH pros that are willing to lend a helping hand to someone new to the field.
Like the other forms, WAH forums often have a “Marketplace” where members can exchange services. The savvy home business entrepreneur and freelancer would do well to quickly check each of these sites daily for new opportunity postings.
Forums with Marketplaces:
http://www.workfromhomeboard.com
http://www.wahm.com/forum
http://www.workathomeforum.com/forums
http://www.real-wah-jobs.com/forum
http://www.honestworkfromhomesuccess.com
http://www.talkhomebusiness.com/index2.php
http://www.workfromhomeforums.net
http://forums.workfromhomespot.com
http://forum.real-home-employment.com
http://www.workathomespace.com/forum
http://www.workathomenetwork.com/forum
Other Forums:
http://www.24hourwealth.com/work-at-home-forum
http://www.freelancemom.com/forum – for moms
http://www.worldwideworkathome.com/forum
http://www.work-at-home-forum.com
http://erichw33.proboards53.com
http://www.network54.com/Forum/166590
http://www.workathomeforum.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=15
http://www.homewiththekids.com/phpBB2
http://www.work-at-home-business.info/board.html
http://www.smallbusinessbrief.com/forum
http://www.whydowork.com/forums
http://homebusiness-websites.com/cgi-bin/index.cgi
http://bankling.com – 50 WAH Blogs
Webmaster/IM Forums
Building a website may be new to you, and may sound like a daunting task. The thing is, you’re lucky. Today, programs exist that will hold your hand and let you design your own professional looking website. If you can make a MySpace account, you can make a website. The principles are now the same. On top of that, webmaster forums are a bountiful resource of helpful information. Nearly any technical issue you can have has been had before, and solutions will be found time and time again on forums. More web design tools and resources are at the end of this guide.
http://www.webmasterforums.com
http://www.webmaster-talk.com
http://www.v7n.com/forums
http://www.webmaster-forums.net
http://www.webcosmoforums.com
http://www.webmasterforums.net
http://www.webtalkforums.com
http://www.webmaster-forum.net
http://www.webmasterserve.com
http://www.devhunters.com
http://www.geekvillage.com/forums
http://www.websitebabble.com
http://www.webdevforums.com
http://community.spyka.co.uk/forumdisplay.php?f=9
http://forums.pcpitstop.com – computer help
FREE MARKETING TOOLS FOR BEGINNERS
No matter which sort of business you plan to grow, marketing it effectively will bring you more customers, sales and money. Use marketing tools, social networking and videos to promote your website, service or product.
Google AdWords Tool
Find out which keywords generate big bucks and have low competition
https://adwords.google.com/select/KeywordToolExternal
100 Hot
Track trends and be ahead of the curve
http://www.100hot.com
Link Popularity
Find out who links to your site and the types of visitors your site attracts
http://www.linkpopularity.com
Royalty Free Music
Protect yourself from copyright infringement
http://www.royalty-free.tv/rftv/frameset.htm
Novaplaza
Free search engine submission
http://novaplaza.com/novannounce
ZIP File Software
Zipping enables you to combine groups of files
http://ken-ward-s-zipper.software.informer.com
DoPDF
Free text to PDF converter
http://www.dopdf.com
Tell-A-Friend
Free tell-a-friend script
http://www.itistic.com/tellAFriend.aspx
SOCIAL NETWORK AND VIDEO MARKETING
Social Networking as a marketing strategy is in a class all by itself. These sites have a little and a lot of everything. The object of the game with social networking is to become popular and respected. That way, when you suggest or recommend a product or service, your friends just might buy it. You can achieve this respected status by being cool, hot, sincere, insincere, righteous, obnoxious, sexy, geeky, coy, dopey, as well as a number of other ways. Consider posting your favorite movies, videos, music, pictures and keeping your own blog or blogs to get you noticed. If you’re the social butterfly type and love to mingle maybe social networking is something you’d like to try.
Below are the top ten social networking sites, and a few bonuses.
Top 10 Social Networking Websites (as of 2011)
1. http://www.facebook.com
2. http://www.youtube.com - (video site)
3. http://www.myspace.com
4. http://www.answers.yahoo.com
5. http://www.tagged.com
6. http://www.myyearbook.com
7. http://www.mylife.com
8. http://www.linkedin.com
9. http://www.clubpenguin.com/
10 . http://www.mocospace.com
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_social_networking_websites
Video networking can increase your business’ exposure. Create short videos explaining your products or services to get more customers.
Video Sites That Accept Your Marketing Videos
http://crackle.com
http://www.flurl.com/index.htm
http://www.veoh.com
http://www.dailymotion.com/us
http://video.yahoo.com
http://www.youtube.com
http://www.metacafe.com
http://video.msn.com/video.aspx
http://www.break.com
http://photobucket.com
http://sclipo.com/frontpage
http://www.spike.com
http://www.viddler.com
http://www.vimeo.com
Bonus Marketing, Web Design and Web Master Resources
The duties and skill of Webmasters vary greatly. If you were to rate a Webmaster according to skill level on a scale of 1 through 10, with 10 being the Grand Poobah of Webmasters, I’d be a 1. Still, I can manage to create pages and upload them. But real Webmasters build and maintain Websites, write code and scripts, and keep the Internet moving toward the future
I truly envy people who can do such things. For the rest of us, there are tutorials and helpful sites designed to assist the struggling. Below are some very useful free resources. The discussion section is also a collection of gems.
Webmaster Resources
http://www.lissaexplains.com/index.shtml
http://www.freewebsiteproviders.com/free
http://www.boogiejack.com/index.html
http://www.htmlgoodies.com
Free Tools, Downloads and Scripts
http://resources.bravenet.com
Free Graphics
http://www.dreamstime.com/free-photos-resi2678594
http://www.ausmall.com.au/freegraf
http://www.100000freecliparts.com
Check Website Rankings
http://www.alexa.com
Two Free Web Building Tools
http://www.coffeecup.com/free-editor
http://www.thefreecountry.com/webmaster/htmleditors.shtml
Advanced Free Webmaster Resources
http://bignosebird.com
Legal Issues, Forms & Info for Webmasters & Developers http://www.ivanhoffman.com/web.html
Two Free Tiny URL Creators
Mask affiliate links
http://tinyurl.com/create.php http://www.snipurl.com
Free Search Engine Submission
http://novaplaza.com/novannounce
*HUGE* Directory of Website, Article and PR Directories as well as Social Networks
Use these tools and get free visitors to your website for life
http://cuzitiseverything.com/category/1000-free-work-at-home-tools/
I hope you find this list helpful. I will be periotically adding posts that I think you will find helpful
Free resourses, Free tools, And free reports and stratagies.
WARNING: The way that google advertising works now when you visit links like this it will try to send you to links through their advertising programs to work at home oppertunities promissing you thousands of pounds a week using their systems 99.99% of these are scams.
All the links posted on this thread are reputable companies that will never charge you any money for signing up with them. everything is free. Any sites you visit asking for money to do with homeworking leave. It's a scam.
Goodluck and check back periodically for updates.
Gav.
DATABASE OF LEGITAMATE WORK AT HOME OPPERTUNITIES
The companies below offer work-from-home assignments and never charge a fee to apply or see job listings. Most require that you register and submit a cover letter or resume. If you are selected as an associate they offer free (and paid) training. Each one has its own particular requirements.
Virtual call center representatives work remotely and are geographically dispersed. Hours are very flexible. Many centers have positions for native English as well as Spanish bilingual speakers. Good call center reps can speak clearly, establish rapport and multitask. A home office, landline or VoIP phone, computer, Internet access and headset are usually required.
Call centers pay in a variety of ways, including by the minute, on commission, hourly, or any combination of these. Pay varies, but agents typically earn $8 - $16 an hour with top performers averaging $25 an hour.
1-800 Flowers (seasonal only) - http://ww22.1800flowers.com/template.do?id=template8&page=9000
Accolade Support - http://www.accoladesupport.com/techjob.html
ACD Direct - http://www.acddirect.com/becomeanagent.html
Advanis - http://www.advanis.ca/Corporate/Careers
AdviseTech - http://www.advisetech.com/company-employment.html
Apline Access - http://www.alpineaccess.com/external/index.html
Arise - http://www.arise.com/work-at-home/
ARO - http://www.callcenteroptions.com/shell.asp?p=hr
Blue Zebra - http://www.bluezebraappointmentsetting.com/Careers.aspx
Capital One (virtual call center) - http://www.capitalone.com/careers
Convergys - http://careers.convergysworkathome.com/WAHApplyNow.aspx
Cloud 10 - http://www.cloud10corp.com/index.php?home_career
Cruise.com - http://www.cruise.com/misc_pages/employment.asp?skin=001
Direct Interactions - http://www.directinteractions.com/default.aspx
Frontline - http://frontlinecallcenter.com/careers.aspx
Globewired - http://www.globewired.com/applynow.html
HirePoint - http://www.hirepoint.com/athome/index.html
ICT Group - http://www.ictgroup.com/careers.aspx
Liveops - http://www.liveops.com
NCO - http://www.ncogroup.com/Careers/Search_for_Careers_at_NCO.html
Service 800 inc - http://www.service800inc.com/careers/
Sitel - http://www.sitel.com/index.php?p=Careers&pageId=8
Sutherland - http://www.sutherlandathome.com/
7
VIP Desk - http://www.vipdesk.com/info/careers-at-vipdesk/current-openings.aspx
Ver-A-Fast - http://www.verafast.net/job_opportunities.htm
West - http://www.apply.westathome.com/index.html
Working Solutions - http://www.workingsolutions.com/careers.aspx
Xact - http://www.myxact.com/jobs/
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION AND CODING
Medical transcribers listen to doctor's voice recordings regarding patient visits, procedures and other information. Transcribers then write this information into a computer text file. Medical coders ensure that doctor's requests for blood work and other procedures use proper medical codes so that the requests can be filled by health insurance companies. Both fields require some knowledge of medical terminology.
The average starting salary of a medical transcriber/coder is $30,000. This assumes good typing skills.
Applied Medical Service - http://www.appliedmedicalservices.com/career_main.html
Complete Coding Solutions - http://www.completecodingsolutions.com/
Diversified Reporting - http://www.diversifiedreporting.com/index.html
Medquest - http://www.medquist.com
Medical Job World - http://www.medicalbillingncoding.com/index.htm
Medical Transcription Jobs - http://www.medicaltranscriptionjobs.org/
Next Generation Transcription - http://www.ngtnow.com/
Personal Touch Coding Solutions - http://www.personaltouchcoding.com/
Professional Medical Services - http://www.professionalmedicalservices.org/mt_requirements.html
REAL MYSTERY SHOPPING
Contrary to popular belief, mystery shoppers do not review products, nor do they ever pay an application or certification fee. They visit stores, banks, restaurants, hotels, salons and many other businesses to browse, ask questions, purchase and sometimes return products. Afterwards, they fill out a report about what happened – noting the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff, cleanliness of the environment and other details. All links below are to reputable Mystery Shopper companies who are verified by the Mystery Shopper Providers Association and never charge an application or certification fee.
There are no requirements for being a mystery shopper, though certified mystery shoppers do receive higher paying assignments on average. The certification process is always free from a reputable agency. In addition to per-shopping-trip pay, shoppers receive imbursement for purchases and services. Pay can range from $8 - $100 or more per trip.
A Closer Look - http://www.a-closer-look.com/BecomeAShopper.aspx
About Face - http://www.aboutfacecorp.com/shop_become.cfm
Ace Mystery Shopping - http://www.acemysteryshopping.com/shoppers.asp
Ann Michaels - http://www.ishopforyou.com/Shop_For_Ann_Michaels.html
Anonymous Insights - http://www.a-insights.com/
CRG - http://www.crgms.com/general.cfm
Customer 1st - http://www.customer-1st.com/shopper/default.asp
Customer Perspectives - http://www.customerperspectives.com/how-to-become-a-mystery-shopper/
DSGAI - http://www.dsgai.com/Mystery_Shoppers.aspx
Experience Exchange - https://www.experienceexchange.com
GFK Mystery Shopping - https://www.cybershoppersonline.com/GfK.smart.shopper/
HS Brands - http://www.hsbrands.com
ICC Decision Services - http://www.iccds.com/become-a-shopper-2
Infoma - http://www.informars.com/main/Company/BeAMysteryShopper.aspx
Intellishop - http://www.intelli-shop.com/evaluator-area/become-an-evaluator
Jancyn - http://www.jancyn.com/work-for-jancyn
KSS International - http://www.kernscheduling.com/shoppers/
Measure Consumer Perspectives - http://measurecp.com/
Mystery Researchers - http://www.mysteryresearchers.com/shopper.html
Mystery Shops - https://www.mysteryshops.com/prospective.asp
Mystique Shopper - http://www.mystiqueshopper.com/apply.html
Caliber Interactions - https://www.caliberinteractions.com/become.aspx
Reality Based Group - http://www.realitybasedgroup.com/secret_shoppers
Reality Check - http://www.rcmysteryshopper.com/mysteryshoppers1.html
Secret Shopper - http://www.secretshopper.com/info/shoppers/shopperIntro.asp
Service Excellence Group - http://www.serviceexcellencegroup.com/shopper-headquarters/become-a-shopper/
Shoppers’ View - http://www.shoppersview.com/shopper-login.php
Signature Worldwide - http://www.signatureworldwide.com/mystery-shopping/mystery-shopping-index.aspx
Six Star Solutions - http://www.sixstarsolutions.com/Become_A_Shopper.html
Shoppers’ Critique - http://www.shopperscritique.com/Preview/LocationSelection.aspx
Tell Us About Us - http://www.tellusaboutus.com/Customer-Feedback/BecomeShopper.aspx
Service Excellence Group - http://www.serviceexcellencegroup.com/shopper-headquarters/become-a-shopper/
Shoppers’ View - http://www.shoppersview.com/shopper-login.php
Signature Worldwide - http://www.signatureworldwide.com/mystery-shopping/mystery-shopping-index.aspx
Six Star Solutions - http://www.sixstarsolutions.com/Become_A_Shopper.html
Shoppers’ Critique - http://www.shopperscritique.com/Preview/LocationSelection.aspx
Tell Us About Us - http://www.tellusaboutus.com/Customer-Feedback/BecomeShopper.aspx
FREELANCE AND WHA SITES AND ASSIGNMENS
The following Websites are a collection of free membership databases where people and companies look to outsource various projects to work-at-home folks. For nearly all of these sites you’ll need to become a member, though doing so is absolutely free and there is no obligation whatsoever to join.
NOTE: You’ll find that several of the sites listed below offer both onsite assignments as well as work-from-home assignments. When searching for work on such a site it would be a good idea to run your search using the keyword: TELECOMMUTE. This will bring up only work-at-home opportunities.
These resources are extremely valuable as they present opportunities in home office work, many Writing Assignments, Medical Billing, Coding and Transcription, General Transcription, Data Entry, Web Design, Graphic Design, Voiceover Assignments, Internet Marketing & Search Engine Optimization (SEO) assignments, and more.
Some of the assignments will require that the applicant bid on the job. Many sites offer you a certain number of free bids per week, so use your bids wisely. Others will post the pay rate they’re offering. Obviously there will be competition for some of these opportunities. Before getting started, compile your resume and any related work samples or endorsements you might have. Make yourself stand out from the crowd by placing these materials on your own Website.
There’s also a section below the regular Freelance Sites titled Forum Directory. When searching for assignments, check the forums as well. These discussion forums are valuable resources for understanding and getting acquainted with freelancing. Many of them also offer a free ‘marketplace’ section where both people posting assignments and
those seeking freelance work can publish their requests. What this amounts to is loads of free advertising. Take advantage of it. Happy Hunting!
Freelance Opportunities
Various Listings
http://www.2work-at-home.com/telecommute.shtml
http://freelancefolder.com
http://www.odesk.com/jobs
http://www.ratracerebellion.com/job_postings.htm
http://jobs.freelanceswitch.com
http://www.allfreelancework.com
http://www.freelancefree.com
http://www.freelancers.net
http://www.guru.com/pro/index.aspx
http://www.elance.com
http://www.getafreelancer.com
http://www.tjobs.com/joboppsn.shtml
http://www.worldwideworkathome.com
http://www.quintcareers.com/telecommute_jobs.html
http://www.workaholics4hire.com
http://www.mediabistro.com/bbs/cache/f151_1.asp
Telephone, Writing and Design
http://www.onpointathome.com
http://www.ifreelance.com
Design and Graphic Design
http://www.designcrowd.com
http://www.freelancedesigners.com
Web and Programming
http://www.php-freelancers.com
http://www.rentacoder.com
http://www.devbistro.com/jobs/telecommute
Translators
http://www.freelancersupport.com
Professional Positions
http://www.flipdog.com/jobs/usa/telecommute
Use a Telecommute Filter on these huge databases:
http://www.simplyhired.com
http://www.careerbuilder.com
http://www.monster.com
Specialty Listings
Handyman
http://www.handyman.com
http://www.hometask.com/services.aspx
Process Server
http://www.serve-now.com
http://www.processservers.com
WRITING FOR MONEY
Many, many websites seek freelance writers. The content you write can have a variety of forms: promotional, review-style, how-to, topic, news based and more. A good command of written English is required, and expertise in a particular field is preferred, but not required. Most freelance writing websites will require you submit a resume and a writing sample.
Freelance writers get paid in different ways: per-word or per-article flat rates and revenue sharing are the two most common payment methods. Revenue share articles earn money over a pre-determined time range, usually from five years to the life of the article. Flat rates average $5 - $15 per 400 word article. Some freelance writing websites have a grading system in place so that as you write more high quality pieces, you are offered higher paying assignments.
Associated Content - http://www.associatedcontent.com
Auction Bytes - http://www.auctionbytes.com/cab/pages/write/
Break Studios - http://breakstudios.break.com/users/apply
Bright Hub - http://www2.brighthub.com/writers/writerswanted.html
Bukisa - http://www.bukisa.com
Demand Studios - http://www.demandstudios.com (writers, copy editors and film makers)
Ebyline - https://www.ebyline.com/register/freelancer
Examiner - http://apply.examiner.com/?editionid=926
Helium - https://www.helium.com/registration/signup?who=writer&placement=hma_content_atf_right
Hubpages - http://www.hubpages.com
InfoBarrel - http://www.infobarrel.com/
Seed - http://www.seed.com/
Sponsored Reviews - http://www.sponsoredreviews.com/
Squidoo - http://www.squidoo.com/wizard/start
Suite101 - http://www.suite101.com
Textbroker - http://www.textbroker.com
Triond - http://www.triond.com/
Wisegeek - https://www.wisegeek.com/freelance-writing-jobs.htm
Regardless of which freelancing opportunities you choose to specialize in, applying for gigs and contract work is the first step to building your business. Once you have worked some jobs and gained some clients and contacts, you well be better established in your field. From this point, you can go on to build to brand yourself as a specialist in a particular area(s) to build your home based business, as we’ll discuss in the next section.
ADVANCED FREELANCING: PROMOTING YOUR SERVICES
It’s one thing to take an assignment from someone and perform as you’re instructed. It’s an entirely different proposition to tailor your freelancing efforts around services that are already in demand. When you’re officially set up to offer various services you stand out and it’s simple to do. Create a menu of services along with prices and post them to your Website.
The methods of bringing traffic to your website are limitless. Article submission, press releases, social networking and participation in forums will all deliver visitors to your website – and this traffic doesn’t cost a penny. Below are free tools and databases that will allow you to work independently, beyond the scope of a one-time assignment. The tools below will help you build your home office, brand your business and yourself. Included in these tools is a HUGE database (too big for this guide so I’ve put it online for you) of website, article and press release directories.
FREELANCE HOME OFFICE AND INTERNET MARKETING TOOLS
Open Office
Free word processing, spreadsheet, slide presentation and other software (comparable to Microsoft Word)
http://www.openoffice.org
http://www.jarte.com/index.html (Add-on to Wordpad)
Office Templates
Resume builder, and many more useful free tools from Microsoft
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/templates/FX100595491033.aspx
Spell Checker and Language Tool
Free grammar and spelling checkers
http://www.spellchecker.net/spellcheck
http://www.languagetool.org
Business Plans
Free business plan and financial projection templates.
http://www.planware.org/freebusinessplan.htm
http://www.scribd.com/doc/36341/Business-Plan-Template
Inkscape
Excellent graphics software
http://inkscape.org/index.php?lang=en
TechSmith and CamStudio
Video capture and editing software
Paid software http://www.techsmith.com/camtasia.asp
Free http://camstudio.org
Article Submission
Paid software http://www.srtsoft.com
Newspaper & Radio Outlets
For paper press release submissions
http://www.newspapers.com
http://www.radio-locator.com
*HUGE* Directory of Website, Article and PR Directories as well as Social Networks
Use these tools and get free visitors to your website for life
http://cuzitiseverything.com/category/1000-free-work-at-home-tools/
FORUMS ARE YOUR NEW BEST FRIENDS - A COMPREHENSIVE FORUM GUIDE
Internet Marketing (IM) Forums
The IM discussion forums below can be invaluable to your development and success. Many of the people frequenting these sites are experienced and successful marketers who can help you build your business. Most of the discussion sites require that users become members. All of the forums listed in this guide are free to join.
The first site I’ve listed is a particular favorite of mine. Many of the folks there are savvy, experienced Internet Marketers. I’ve learned so much from them it’s hard to describe. The education I’ve received in marketing and freelancing would have cost me thousands of dollars in the physical world. And by the same token, I’ve been able to share some of my own expertise with the members. That’s what’s so great about the Internet, it’s always a give and take proposition.
As I’ve mentioned above, you’ll want to pay particular attention to the ‘marketplace’ sections of each forum. This is where people look for and offer various services. I’ve been hired for thousands of dollars in writing assignments on the Warrior Forum. And though they have two particular venues where members can advertise for a small fee,
I’ve never spent a penny to get work. The reason is that many appeals for freelancers can be found in the general posting areas.
IMPORTANT: If you’re new to online discussion forums there are some simple rules to acknowledge, both written and unwritten. The first is simple: be nice. The second is also simple: discuss, do not advertise or spam. An unwritten rule: it’s okay to offer work but not okay to seek work outside of the forums’ set up as markets. And though it isn’t a set rule this seems to apply in every forum on the Internet: the more you offer in the way of help to others, the more you’ll receive in return. It seems that particular rule transcends all of time and space.
NOTE: One way to get freelancing assignments from forums is to critique or offer constructive advice when a member is seeking it. And all forums are loaded with people looking for opinions and suggestions on all types of projects. I’ve been able to pick up many a copywriting assignment by privately mailing a member explaining how I’d improve his project. Perhaps you can find business that way as well.
IM Forums
Forums with Marketplaces:
http://www.warriorforum.com
http://www.gurucreation.com/forum
http://www.dreamteammoney.com
http://www.ablakeforum.com
http://www.internetmarketingforums.net/index.php
http://www.xenyo.com/forum
http://www.top25web.com/bbs/index.php
Other Forums:
http://www.revboard.com - Internet & Affiliate Marketing, Webmaster
http://forums.digitalpoint.com - Huge!
http://www.highrankings.com/forum
http://www.daniweb.com/forums/forum25.html
http://forums.teneric.co.uk/internet-marketing-forum
http://forums.seochat.com - SEO
http://pandia.com/optimization - SEO
http://www.network54.com/Forum/11488
http://profitseekersnetwork.com/forum/forums.html
http://www.im4newbies.com/forum - Newbie geared.
http://www.ihelpyou.com/forums
http://www.webproworld.com
Affiliate Marketing and Clickbank Forums
http://www.ewealth.com
http://www.wickedfire.com
http://www.clickbanksuccessforum.com/forum
Freelance Forums
Check out the forums below for tips and suggestions on freelancing. You’ll also want to check postings in the Marketplace and Opportunity forums for freelance assignments.
Forums with Marketplaces:
http://www.freelancegossip.com
http://forums.freelanceswitch.com
http://forums.freelanceuk.com
http://www.connect.freelancevenue.com
Other Forums:
http://www.talkfreelance.com
http://www.freelanceforum.org/cms
http://www.freelancelounge.com
http://community.softimage.com/index.php
WAH Discussion Forums
Work at home discussion forums are excellent venues to learn about what’s happening, what’s hot and what’s not. Many of them profile various opportunities. Virtually all have seasoned WAH pros that are willing to lend a helping hand to someone new to the field.
Like the other forms, WAH forums often have a “Marketplace” where members can exchange services. The savvy home business entrepreneur and freelancer would do well to quickly check each of these sites daily for new opportunity postings.
Forums with Marketplaces:
http://www.workfromhomeboard.com
http://www.wahm.com/forum
http://www.workathomeforum.com/forums
http://www.real-wah-jobs.com/forum
http://www.honestworkfromhomesuccess.com
http://www.talkhomebusiness.com/index2.php
http://www.workfromhomeforums.net
http://forums.workfromhomespot.com
http://forum.real-home-employment.com
http://www.workathomespace.com/forum
http://www.workathomenetwork.com/forum
Other Forums:
http://www.24hourwealth.com/work-at-home-forum
http://www.freelancemom.com/forum – for moms
http://www.worldwideworkathome.com/forum
http://www.work-at-home-forum.com
http://erichw33.proboards53.com
http://www.network54.com/Forum/166590
http://www.workathomeforum.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=15
http://www.homewiththekids.com/phpBB2
http://www.work-at-home-business.info/board.html
http://www.smallbusinessbrief.com/forum
http://www.whydowork.com/forums
http://homebusiness-websites.com/cgi-bin/index.cgi
http://bankling.com – 50 WAH Blogs
Webmaster/IM Forums
Building a website may be new to you, and may sound like a daunting task. The thing is, you’re lucky. Today, programs exist that will hold your hand and let you design your own professional looking website. If you can make a MySpace account, you can make a website. The principles are now the same. On top of that, webmaster forums are a bountiful resource of helpful information. Nearly any technical issue you can have has been had before, and solutions will be found time and time again on forums. More web design tools and resources are at the end of this guide.
http://www.webmasterforums.com
http://www.webmaster-talk.com
http://www.v7n.com/forums
http://www.webmaster-forums.net
http://www.webcosmoforums.com
http://www.webmasterforums.net
http://www.webtalkforums.com
http://www.webmaster-forum.net
http://www.webmasterserve.com
http://www.devhunters.com
http://www.geekvillage.com/forums
http://www.websitebabble.com
http://www.webdevforums.com
http://community.spyka.co.uk/forumdisplay.php?f=9
http://forums.pcpitstop.com – computer help
FREE MARKETING TOOLS FOR BEGINNERS
No matter which sort of business you plan to grow, marketing it effectively will bring you more customers, sales and money. Use marketing tools, social networking and videos to promote your website, service or product.
Google AdWords Tool
Find out which keywords generate big bucks and have low competition
https://adwords.google.com/select/KeywordToolExternal
100 Hot
Track trends and be ahead of the curve
http://www.100hot.com
Link Popularity
Find out who links to your site and the types of visitors your site attracts
http://www.linkpopularity.com
Royalty Free Music
Protect yourself from copyright infringement
http://www.royalty-free.tv/rftv/frameset.htm
Novaplaza
Free search engine submission
http://novaplaza.com/novannounce
ZIP File Software
Zipping enables you to combine groups of files
http://ken-ward-s-zipper.software.informer.com
DoPDF
Free text to PDF converter
http://www.dopdf.com
Tell-A-Friend
Free tell-a-friend script
http://www.itistic.com/tellAFriend.aspx
SOCIAL NETWORK AND VIDEO MARKETING
Social Networking as a marketing strategy is in a class all by itself. These sites have a little and a lot of everything. The object of the game with social networking is to become popular and respected. That way, when you suggest or recommend a product or service, your friends just might buy it. You can achieve this respected status by being cool, hot, sincere, insincere, righteous, obnoxious, sexy, geeky, coy, dopey, as well as a number of other ways. Consider posting your favorite movies, videos, music, pictures and keeping your own blog or blogs to get you noticed. If you’re the social butterfly type and love to mingle maybe social networking is something you’d like to try.
Below are the top ten social networking sites, and a few bonuses.
Top 10 Social Networking Websites (as of 2011)
1. http://www.facebook.com
2. http://www.youtube.com - (video site)
3. http://www.myspace.com
4. http://www.answers.yahoo.com
5. http://www.tagged.com
6. http://www.myyearbook.com
7. http://www.mylife.com
8. http://www.linkedin.com
9. http://www.clubpenguin.com/
10 . http://www.mocospace.com
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_social_networking_websites
Video networking can increase your business’ exposure. Create short videos explaining your products or services to get more customers.
Video Sites That Accept Your Marketing Videos
http://crackle.com
http://www.flurl.com/index.htm
http://www.veoh.com
http://www.dailymotion.com/us
http://video.yahoo.com
http://www.youtube.com
http://www.metacafe.com
http://video.msn.com/video.aspx
http://www.break.com
http://photobucket.com
http://sclipo.com/frontpage
http://www.spike.com
http://www.viddler.com
http://www.vimeo.com
Bonus Marketing, Web Design and Web Master Resources
The duties and skill of Webmasters vary greatly. If you were to rate a Webmaster according to skill level on a scale of 1 through 10, with 10 being the Grand Poobah of Webmasters, I’d be a 1. Still, I can manage to create pages and upload them. But real Webmasters build and maintain Websites, write code and scripts, and keep the Internet moving toward the future
I truly envy people who can do such things. For the rest of us, there are tutorials and helpful sites designed to assist the struggling. Below are some very useful free resources. The discussion section is also a collection of gems.
Webmaster Resources
http://www.lissaexplains.com/index.shtml
http://www.freewebsiteproviders.com/free
http://www.boogiejack.com/index.html
http://www.htmlgoodies.com
Free Tools, Downloads and Scripts
http://resources.bravenet.com
Free Graphics
http://www.dreamstime.com/free-photos-resi2678594
http://www.ausmall.com.au/freegraf
http://www.100000freecliparts.com
Check Website Rankings
http://www.alexa.com
Two Free Web Building Tools
http://www.coffeecup.com/free-editor
http://www.thefreecountry.com/webmaster/htmleditors.shtml
Advanced Free Webmaster Resources
http://bignosebird.com
Legal Issues, Forms & Info for Webmasters & Developers http://www.ivanhoffman.com/web.html
Two Free Tiny URL Creators
Mask affiliate links
http://tinyurl.com/create.php http://www.snipurl.com
Free Search Engine Submission
http://novaplaza.com/novannounce
*HUGE* Directory of Website, Article and PR Directories as well as Social Networks
Use these tools and get free visitors to your website for life
http://cuzitiseverything.com/category/1000-free-work-at-home-tools/
I hope you find this list helpful. I will be periotically adding posts that I think you will find helpful
Free resourses, Free tools, And free reports and stratagies.
WARNING: The way that google advertising works now when you visit links like this it will try to send you to links through their advertising programs to work at home oppertunities promissing you thousands of pounds a week using their systems 99.99% of these are scams.
All the links posted on this thread are reputable companies that will never charge you any money for signing up with them. everything is free. Any sites you visit asking for money to do with homeworking leave. It's a scam.
Goodluck and check back periodically for updates.
Gav.
Last edited:
