Have you been thinking or dreaming about working from home? Perhaps you are ready for a change, have a young family, are retired, or looking for an opportunity to be your own boss. Whatever you situation is working from home has its definite upsides but it also can come with a few challenges too.

Technology has improved so much over the past few years it has allowed greater freedom when it comes to where and how we work the U.S. Census shows that 52 per cent of all U.S businesses are home-based.

If you are considering working from home, there are a few things to consider before launching yourself headfirst into the unknown. Of course there are so many more things to think about but these might just get you started.

Obvious I know but what are you going to sell? And is there a need for your product or service?

Who are you going to sell to, how, and where?

Is it legal?

Do you need alternative insurance?

Do you have all the equipment and the right space?

Do you understand how tax will work for your business?

How much money do you need to get started?

Do you need a website? And where do you get that from?

Think about how to balance family and work from home – this can be tricking to manage.

Will you need to up skill – maybe technology?

How to manage distractions – and there will be loads!!

Are you organized?

How will you structure you day?

At the end of the day can you switch off the lights and step back into home mode?

Will you have the support of your family and friends?

Whatever you decide I believe even just thinking about a change, thinking about setting up and working from home should be commended. Trying something new can very daunting but also extremely rewarding. I wish you all the very best with your new journey – whether that is today tomorrow or somewhere down the track.

 “I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination”  -Jimmy Dean