Careers Where You Can Work From Home

With continued uncertainty about how CoVID-19 will shape our present and future, there is a rise in remote and at-home positions and careers. Though some employees feel frustrated and fatigued from working from home, others have discovered the many joys working from home can bring.

If you’re now looking into working remotely as a permanent career change, here are some avenues to consider:

Remote Work

If you don’t intend on being self-employed at home, start looking for employed remote work. Thankfully, there is remote work in abundance, particularly with CoVID-19 affecting businesses and socializing. Working from home has grown by 173% in the US since 2005, according to Global Workplace Analytics.

Below is a list of job opportunities that can allow you to thrive in a remote environment. Do some research and start imagining all the possibilities!

Developer

Working as a developer can be a diverse and versatile career. Developers are the backbone of the tech industry and will be more and more in demand. Roles vary anywhere from analysis to design, leaving room for growth and experimentation. This is a brilliant opportunity if you have experience in development.

Marketer

Similarly to working as a developer, working as a marketer can offer remote opportunities – particularly if you’re working as an online marketer. Because most businesses require online marketing skills, there are lots of entry-level opportunities available. Make sure you have an online presence showcasing your skills as a marketer since you’ll first be marketing yourself.

Teacher

Teaching is a rich and rewarding position within society – and now you can teach from the comfort of your own home (or a foreign destination). Teaching remotely will probably be high in-demand in the post-CoVID world, it’s the perfect time to invest in any remote teaching skills you need to brush up on for this new world.

If full-on teaching isn’t for you, tutoring remotely is also an option. Check out companies like TutorBright who offer online tutoring and in-home tutoring.

Self-Employment

Self-employed careers are tough but might just be what you’re looking for. Self-employment requires a lot of hard work and hustle, but the satisfaction of being your own boss may drive you through the hard times. Landing your dream job could be as straightforward as assessing your skills and finding a niche like content writer, photographer, or even home design builder. Alternatively, you can explore Indeed’s recommendations for self-employed workers to see if anything sparks your interest.

Though these are not your only options for working from home, they are flexible, fun and offer room for growth and change within your career. If you want to check out more remote work options, consider using sources like BCJobs or Indeed or Workopolis. There are plenty of other roles out there that allow you to work from the comfort of your own home. Whether you’re interested in customer support or designing websites, we’re sure you’ll find inspiration.

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About the Author

Simon Chou is the Vice President of Operations and Growth at BCjobs.ca. Over the course of his career, he carved a niche in brand development,  marketing strategy, and online presence for startups. Prior to BC Jobs, he served as a marketing advisor for high-profile blockchain projects including Litecoin, NEM, and Ripple. He’s also worked with fortune 500 companies in the healthcare space.