Working at home doesn't mean you don't have a degree. Most of the highest paying ones actually need degrees, some on the otherhand are careers thats sprung out of the need to spend more time with family, more relaxed time and less commute/corporate politics. Here is a list from Forbes and around the web of the best paying work at home jobs.
By Jomar Hilario.
1. Software Engineers
Software engineers apply the principles of engineering to the design, development, maintenance, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that make computers or anything containing software work. They are also called computer programmers and software developers. Forbes lists weekly earnings at $ 1,549
2. PR Specialists
Public relations specialists create and maintain a favourable public image for their employer or client. They write material for media releases, plan and direct public relations programs, and raise funds for their organizations.
3. Market & Survey Researchers
A market researcher helps to inform political, social and economic decisions made by many organisations and businesses. Their primary aim is to collect and analyze data and information that is valuable to clients. Forbes lists earnings at $1,162 per week.
Though the first three mentioned have a lot still working for agencies/corporations and degrees are needed, here are some that may not require a degree.
4. Writers / Authors / Editors
This may vary from the type of material being written. Median weekly earnings $987
5. Graphic Designers
Weekly they can earn $890
6. Virtual Assistants
Depending on the expertise and how they value themselves, Virtual Assistants can charge up to $20 or more per hour. Most start off at $2 just to get experience but as they level up on experience and learn more about increasing their skills via trainings, so do their salaries.
7. Medical Transcriptionist
$10 - $20 per hour
8. Translator
$20 per hour
9. Web Designer
Many businesses need websites nowadays, that's why this job is very in demand. Average hourly rate at $20.
10. Call Center Rep
While most would work in companies, you can be a call center rep in the comforts of your own home. $2 - $12 per hour.
These are just the tip of the iceberg. There are thousand of different jobs out there now that can fit your expertise. How much you can make out of these work at home jobs really depend on how much you value yourself and have work to show to back it up.
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