Saturday, May 19, 2012

The Advantage of Multiple Interviews



Online work opportunities are many. Interviewing for each job will be different from the first. Some interviews will strictly occur through emails, while others will take place on the phone. As with face to face interviews, you will gain more advantages when you are more seasoned within the process.

With each online interview you gain, you will learn something different which will help you to make the next interview more successful. Personally, I have secured over 20 contracts for work from home opportunities. Some of the contracts were short term, some of them I have held for over a year.


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With each interview, I have learned different aspects which can be involved. I sharpen my online interviewing skills with each one gained. Here are a few other things to consider:

  • Take notes of each job interview process - make a note of the things which would have made the process better for you.
  • Interview, interview, interview - with each one you will become better seasoned within the process!
  • Learn and don't give up! This is really important to success in working from home!
If you give up, how much time have you wasted? Do you have a dream to successfully work from home? Then, don't throw the towel in because the first few interviews did not go well.

Pursue your dream - learn ways to help you be more successful!

Barbara
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www.therealworkfromhomemom.com

Site Owner
www.therealhomeschoolmom.com

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Thursday, May 17, 2012

Interviewing by Webcam



When seeking work from home opportunities, you will interview for online jobs in a variety of ways. Interviewing can take place through emails as well as by phone. Skype is often used by online employers in doing business.

Interviewing by Webcam

Interviewing may also take place using a webcam while speaking to a new employer online. This can have advantages as well as disadvantages. Let's discuss a few options which will help you make the interview the most successful.

Before interviewing by webcam, make sure the area "behind" you is clear of clutter and looks well organized. The idea is to provide a good impression that you are an organized individual. You will also give the impression that you "care."

When scheduling a webcam conference, then be sure it is at a time when the kids are not home, or can go to a neighbors. If this is not possible, work to gain the best possible time which will provide the least amount of distraction during the webcam interview.

Dress up for the interview - this may sound silly, but you want to make a "professional" impression with the employer. You definitely do not want to "interview" in your pajamas. Put a business suit on for the interview - it could be well worth the time!

Would you like other ideas and tips for working from home? Stay tuned for more blogs posts here on this blog. You can also visit our websites which will provide you with a lot of valuable info!

Barbara
Web Content Manager
www.therealworkfromhomemom.com

Site Owner
www.therealhomeschoolmom.com

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Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Interviewing by Phone



Online interviewing can be nerve wrecking if you are new to the work from home adventure. Really, there is not much to be worried about. It is much like face-to-face interviews - you may need to go through a few to gain the job you desire. Some employers prefer to interview by phone during the application process.

Interviewing by Phone

Applying to online job opportunities can involve a variety of interviewing processes. Some employers like to interview by phone. This allows them to actually talk to the person and get a better "feel" for the person they are interviewing.

When taking the time to interview by phone, be sure to do your very best in using proper English and grammar. Be prepared ahead of time - have notes written, your resume handy, as well as other portfolio items which you can refer to if needed.

Interviewing by phone can take place in a variety of ways. Some employers will place calls to your home, or cell phone, to make the interview. Others will use a program like Skype, which offers computer to computer calls - much like an actual phone call.

Just remember to stay calm, eliminate possible distractions at home, and speak with confidence. You can make your dream of working from home come true!

If you are interested in reading more great articles and blog posts, then be sure to visit our websites! Look forward to hearing from you!  Thank you!

Barbara
Web Content Manager
www.therealworkfromhomemom.com

Site Owner
www.therealhomeschoolmom.com

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Saturday, May 12, 2012

Interviewing by Email

Online interviewing is much different than face-to-face interviewing. Online interviewing can have disadvantages for you unless you prepare ahead of time to make the most of your opportunity. Here are a few tips for interviewing by email.

Provide Documentation

When applying online, follow any instructions given within the job descriptions. Also, provide any documentation requested. If there are not any requests for portfolio items during the application process, still be prepared to provide documentation.

Interviewing by Email

When interviewing by email, it is important to provide the best impression possible to the employer. Each email correspondence should look highly professional while also being free of error. The font used for email corresponding should be simple as well.

Be sure to answer any questions from the employer, as well as provide any questions you may have. Stay on focus with the discussed questions. In other words, the employer will not want to hear about your life history - keep to the point in answering his questions pertaining to the job opportunity for which you are applying to.

If you would like more information about working from home, please take a few minutes to visit our websites listed below. Have a great day!

Barbara
Web Content Manager
www.therealworkfromhomemom.com

Site Owner
www.therealhomeschoolmom.com

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Thursday, May 10, 2012

Reading Job Descriptions

When applying to an online job, it is important to read through the job description - word by word. It is highly recommended to read it several times. Personally, I have hired a few writers to help me with projects, and only maybe 2 out of 10 actually READ the directions fully and understand. Read the job descriptions and you will be one step ahead!

Many employers will provide information concerning exactly what they are looking for. Some will ask you to supply specifics when applying to a job. Many will want to know that you have fully read the job description and ask you to place a set of words (for example, "The sky is red.") somewhere in the resume, or cover letter. They are looking for those who can follow instructions.

Some employers will give specific directions within the job description, such as you must have a Skype account. If you do not have one - then, you will need to create an account. This should be done ahead of time to prevent issues within the actual interviewing process.

If you are chosen to interview for the position, then take another look at the job description again. Focus on the key words you see - which will possibly give you clues to some of the questions which may be asked during the interview question process.

For more information and helpful work from home tips, please take a look at our websites. Look forward to seeing you there!

Barbara
Web Content Manager
www.therealworkfromhomemom.com

Site Owner
www.therealhomeschoolmom.com

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Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Online Interviewing Tips

Online interviewing is used when securing online job opportunities - working from home. The process is just as important as when applying to a job in person. To be the most successful, you will want to convey information to the employer that you are well qualified for the job. To complete the interview successfully, you can prepare ahead of time in a few ways.

Pre-planning Interviews

Pre-planning is important when it comes to interviews. Preparation can begin before you even begin to apply to online positions. Creating a work portfolio, nice cover letter, and resume is a few ways to pre-plan and be prepared.

Evaluate your current skills and decide ways to improve your "online assets" which you can give to a potential employer. The more skills you have to offer - the better (usually). If you desire to create graphics for an industry, be prepared to have portfolio items to display the type of work you can offer.

Practice going over common interviewing questions with a family member, or friend. There are many questions which are common to interviews. A list of many can be found online through searches. Take some time to decide how you will answers questions ahead of the actual interviewing process.

Do you desire to read more tips? Then, take the time to visit our sites for more valuable info. We will also be posting more info here in this blog which will help you in your work from home journey!

Barbara
Web Content Manager
www.therealworkfromhomemom.com

Site Owner
www.therealhomeschoolmom.com

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Sunday, May 6, 2012

Different Aspects of Living

Working from home for moms brings many rewards to the family. The mother is able to stay at home with the children and attend to their needs. She is also able to be the homeschool mom, if her family homeschools. She attends to the meals, the home, and more.

If she is also working from home, she is adding another aspect of living to her day or week. There are many opportunities in working from home. It is possible if you desire and dream to be make it happen. Many roads of opportunity exist which will help you to become successful in this journey.

Through working from home, moms can be more flexible. They have the ability to work around appointments and other events in their lives.

Do you need help with the home? Do you need help with organizing your office area? Maybe, you need help with scheduling, or finding the right job for you.

Please take the time to visit our sites which will give you much information in a variety of ways. Becky offers job leads to REAL work from home jobs, and she has allowed me to create many articles on site to help the work from home mom.

I look forward to seeing you! Stay tuned for more helpful tips and blogs posts here as well!

Barbara
Web Content Manager
www.therealworkfromhomemom.com

Site Owner
www.therealhomeschoolmom.com

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Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Welcome to my Blog!

Hello,

I would like to personally welcome you to my newest blog! I hope that you will stop in anytime to read my posts about working from home! I look forward to seeing you very soon!

Hope you have a wonderful day!

Barbara G.

Web Content Manager
www.therealworkfromhomemom.com


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www.therealhomeschoolmom.com