Anyone working Remote or Online Jobs?

[CMF]

Anyone have suggestions for decent remote or online jobs or careers?
I'm considering a career change to give me more free time for family, traveling and hobbies(hunting/fishing). We're considering homeschooling and traveling the country with our kids for a year or two. I'm currently working a 9-5 office job as a service manager for an inspection and maintenance company and I'm on a computer all the time already.

 

[coloyooper]

I worked remotely for a bit and while I enjoyed it overall, I liked being in the office to have a little more control over what was going on. Now I'm tired of sitting behind a computer all day (at home or at the office) so I'm working on a career shift into firefighting. Will give me a lot more time with my wife and kids, and a lot more time hunting in the fall.

 

[PhotoHunter]

I sit behind a computer at home all day as a software developer. I work when I want, go to the archery range when I want, have lunch when I want. I do have to be available for meetings. There are some downsides: miss the face to face interaction, lunch with co-workers, face time with the boss. Upsides: no commute, work from anywhere with internet connection, less car and auto expenses. I've done it off and on for 10 years and prefer it.

 

[TCUHunter34]

I sit behind a computer at home all day as a software developer. I work when I want, go to the archery range when I want, have lunch when I want. I do have to be available for meetings. There are some downsides: miss the face to face interaction, lunch with co-workers, face time with the boss. Upsides: no commute, work from anywhere with internet connection, less car and auto expenses. I've done it off and on for 10 years and prefer it.

How did you first get into Software development?

 

[i count eye guards]

Software sales is easy to get into, has pretty high comp rates if you dedicate yourself to the right things (150k+), and is shifting more remote every year.

I'm working right now with my 10 week old vizsla on my lap at my desk. I'm eating some elk osso bucco chili, went to the gym at lunch, and will hit the archery range up when I'm done with my meetings at 4.

Major pros, but if you can't hold yourself accountable you'll struggle mightily.

 

[bobinmi]

Software sales is easy to get into, has pretty high comp rates if you dedicate yourself to the right things (150k+), and is shifting more remote every year.

I'm working right now with my 10 week old vizsla on my lap at my desk. I'm eating some elk osso bucco chili, went to the gym at lunch, and will hit the archery range up when I'm done with my meetings at 4.

Major pros, but if you can't hold yourself accountable you'll struggle mightily.

That was my issue when I tried to work from home. I've got lots of fun things to do there and I tend to procrastinate as it is. Took me less than two months to realize it and I went back to work onsite. Glad I realized it while I could leave of my own volition and not be forced into it. I need a regiment and a place to be or I really struggle to be productive.

 

[Hooverfb]

That was my issue when I tried to work from home. I've got lots of fun things to do there and I tend to procrastinate as it is. Took me less than two months to realize it and I went back to work onsite. Glad I realized it while I could leave of my own volition and not be forced into it. I need a regiment and a place to be or I really struggle to be productive.

Yup, same here. If its night time though, I can really focus in with some music on, otherwise I'm just too distracted at home. There are days I take advantage of it but still not great at it.

 

[ODB]

I've worked from home for about three years now. Discipline is the key. And unless you are doing some solo gig, finding a company that will trust you can be an issue. I work as a technical/marketing writer - but over the years I've become somewhat of a Swiss Army knife. I've sort of nestled into a good spot where I have a very high level of knowledge within my industry so have become a resource for sales and customers when needed. Last year I published 14 articles in industry magazines, and helped seal deals with major airlines.

That said, I'm also working on separate interests to develop income streams not related to my job - diversifying, I guess you would call it. And no, I don't do this on the clock. Most people only see the benefits of working at home, but just because you are home doesn't mean you'll have unlimited time with your kids, etc. You still have to get the work done . Working from home has a high Instagram-like appeal, but it's not easy to maintain. That said, I have traveled and worked. I have spent two weeks at the beach, where I worked normal hours and had evenings off, and we are planning a trip for April that I will drive ahead with my computer gear, setup shop in an Air BNB, and spend another two weeks with me being off in the evenings. Still, between 8:30 and 5:00 - it's all business.

 

[PhotoHunter]

How did you first get into Software development?

I was lucky to get into software development when just a few programming classes was more knowledge than most people. Now it takes a degree in IT specializing in software development.

 

[coop2424]

I have worked from home for 12 years now in project management. Like everyone else has said discipline is key and I don’t miss the office one bit! It allows me to set my own hours within reason and allows me to do things needed around house or with the kids when needed. I am also lucky that my bosses have been great during this time and their moto is as long as the work is getting done and my customers are happy they don’t care what I do.

 

[Silveroddo]

There's a podcast called "RV Entrepreneur" that has quite a few interviews of people working remotely and doing what you describe. Its interesting, I'd say about half of them might be on to something, the other half.......

 

[CMF]

I was lucky to get into software development when just a few programming classes was more knowledge than most people. Now it takes a degree in IT specializing in software development.

What about the "coding bootcamps", Is it possible to learn software development through one with no prior coding experience, but still strong in math/science ?

 

[CMF]

There's a podcast called "RV Entrepreneur" that has quite a few interviews of people working remotely and doing what you describe. Its interesting, I'd say about half of them might be on to something, the other half.......

Thanks. I'll check it out.

 

[bjsully]

you could always try accounting - book keeping specifically lots of availability to do hourly work

 

[ortho004]

I’m in the consulting world and considering switching jobs to a different company with the ability to work remotely. It’s tempting, and job description and pay are similar, just can’t decide if the perks of home flexibility outweigh the office connections for work. Good thoughts in this thread.


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[PhotoHunter]

What about the "coding bootcamps", Is it possible to learn software development through one with no prior coding experience, but still strong in math/science ?

It certainly is possible, but I would research what are the true job placement percentages - not what is claimed by the bootcamp salespeople. And some people are already in the business and use a bootcamp to just increase their skills. I would advise you to at least take a programming course online or a local course before committing. Technology is moving so fast, you will have to continue learning always. Best of luck.