Anshi AgarwalOver the last decade, the number of opportunities to work from home has increased remarkably. Work from home allows you to get paid for doing what you love without stepping out of the house. According to the Economics Times, nearly fifteen million people in India are living this dream. There are opportunities to work from home in Jammu as well as down south in Kerala.
Work from home helps both the employers as well as the employees. Studies have shown that work from home results in reduced stress, increased productivity, and also helps the environment because of fewer commuters on the road.
Here is a concise list that gives an idea of all the different work from home options in India:
Translator
If you are fluent in more than one language then this option is perfect for you. Put your bilingual or trilingual abilities to use and work from home as a translator. Translators work on translating audios, documents, etc from one language to another. If you don’t want to work as a freelancer, you can always apply to work for companies that provide these services and lets you work from home.
Remote Salesperson
Another great option is to work as a Remote Salesperson. The term ‘remote’ is added before a salesperson to differentiate them from a regular salesperson who sells products door to door. Remote Salesperson can work from home and sell products or sell online advertising space to different clients. They can even work from home in Jammu for big online companies like Amazon that have vacancies all year long.
Virtual Travel Agent
If you are a keen traveler then why not work as a Virtual Travel Agent. This job lets you help clients by taking care of their traveling plans. You will be responsible for planning their itinerary, flight tickets, hotel bookings, sightseeing arrangements, etc. Working as a virtual travel agent is perfect for those who wish to travel all the time while also keeping their job.
Online Writer or Editor
If you have a way with words and the ability to create catchy content, then working as an online writer is the perfect opportunity for you. As the name suggests, online writers or editors write, edit, update, proofread online content in a way that is attractive and interesting to the readers. You can work as a freelancer or work for a company looking for a writer for their blog or website.
Remote Social Media Manager
In today’s world, social media has emerged as a useful marketing tool. Brands need to create their online presence and stay connected with their customers/clients. Social media managers help these brands grow by increasing their followers and creating brand awareness. They handle all of the social media handles of the company and help in promoting their products.
Avoiding Work From Home Scams
Since work from home jobs has gained so much popularity, there are unavoidable online scams that come with them. Several reports have come to light about work from home scams in different regions of India. So here are a few tips to keep in mind when searching for opportunities to work from home in Jammu or any other part of the country.
- Make sure that your employer is from an established company.
- The job ad must include the details about the company including a legitimate address, contact information as well as a website.
- Make sure there is a selection process, not just a random job offer.
Working from home is a great opportunity if you remember where and how to find it. Just remember to not fall for any online fraud and you are good to go. Good Luck!