Think you’ve got what it takes to be self employed? Want to know if you can work at home with success? Take the self employment quiz, and see where you stack up.
Are you ready for the self employment plunge? Take the self employment quiz, and find out if you can work at home.
1. Your ideal working environment:
a) Busy, noisy, lots of people.
b) A quiet, private office.
c) A small area, with only a few people around.
2. Will you work nights, weekends, and holidays?
a) I can’t – I have too many other responsibilities.
b) I’ll work all hours, regardless of holiday or weekend status.
c) I will – but only when I have to.
3. What personal qualities would you point out to employers?
a) I let my work history and past accomplishments speak for themselves.
b) I’m quick, hard-working, and willing to give my all.
c) I would rather show my abilities than tout them.
Answer key:
2 or more Cs – Work at home will be a tough adjustment for you. Remember, you have to aggressively look for work, write a great resume, and show off your own abilities to succeed.
2 or more Bs – Work at home and means you’ll be working, even when you don’t want to. If you’re willing to be alone, work hard, and promote yourself, you might be ready for self employment.
2 or more As – Work at home requires you to be isolated and to stay disciplined. You also have to sell yourself. You may not be quite ready to face the very competitive world of self employment.
One of Each – You’ve got some of the qualities for self employment. Get used to the idea of working alone, and working long, hard hours to become successful with work at home.
