Telecommuting Vs Online Business - Which Works For You?

There is a lot of talk about the benefits and differences between a telecommuting JOB and an internet business. These two very different opportunities need to be codified and explained.

Telecommuting is becoming very popular, as more people are choosing to do their job away from the traditional office setting. In fact, many more companies are now outsourcing work to telecommuters than they did several years ago. The reason for this is basic economics. Although these people are considered employees of the company, the company usually pays them as independent contractors, thus lowering their own overhead employee tax expenses.

There are numerous types of jobs for the telecommuter. Many of these pay an hourly wage, which may or may not be negotiable. Others offer a bulk compensation, per job assignment, which is not solely based on an hourly schedule, but also on the amount of expertise needed to perform the job.

Keep this in mind: Telecommuting jobs are JOBS and you are hired by an employer. Employers do NOT charge you to work for them. Any "job" that requires you to pay them first, should be looked upon with suspicion. Employers PAY YOU to perform a job. You DO NOT pay them to work for them.

Telecommuting jobs serve a definite need for those who wish to stay at home and earn an income. Realistically speaking, one can earn between $10 -$20 per hour. There are, of course, some exceptions to this, and one may find the occasional more lucrative opportunity, but that's a pretty good working number for most telecommuting positions.

For those who have a more entrepreneurial spirit, and wish to push the proverbial envelope further, their choice is the internet business opportunity. There are, as you surely know, MANY online businesses and models to choose from. The two big differences between the ONLINE BUSINESS and the telecommuting JOB are: The online business IS a BUSINESS, which always entails some amount of monetary investment. Secondly, the online business does offer the entrepreneur a much greater return on their time and money than the telecommuting job, and this is a very tempting thing, indeed. (Of course on the flip side of this, there is a risk of the business not succeeding, and that also needs to be taken into consideration)

The main points to consider are: Is the return on investment worth the initial investment of both time and money? Does the business model fit your own goals, needs, and lifestyle.

So, what does one choose?

That, to be very brutally direct, is up to the person, and their own emotional and business self make up. There are those who are more "employee-minded," and prefer not to take any risks or chances. This is perfectly fine, and these people will be very successful at earning a certain income on a weekly or monthly basis.

There are others, however, who are not satisfied with having a ceiling on their income, and are willing to take some calculated risks and create their own business. For these people, the online business is the perfect opportunity. One should also add into this equation that an online business will always require more time investment, as compared to a simple job.

There is no "right or wrong," here. Both avenues serve definite needs. The bottom line is for each individual to decide and realize their own comfort level and run with it.

As I have said, in all my postings, before one makes a decision, it is IMPERATIVE that you do your DUE DILIGENCE and RESEARCH on any job or business opportunity you are considering. Put the proverbial pen to paper and do the math, and make sure you are happy with the compensation and the opportunity being offered.

Whichever path you choose, I wish you much success.

See you at the top!

Jerry Robkoff has over 25 years experience as a sales consultant and marketer, both in direct sales and internet business. Please visit his website [http://www.freedomcashroad.com] to learn about a truly revolutionary internet marketing plan that can put you on the path to financial independence.

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