Myself Work from Home - Minneapolis, MN

Updated on July 22, 2014
P.R. asks from Minneapolis, MN
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Hi all, I just recently became unemployed after working at the same company for over 12 years. I have been home with the kids for a week and a half now and am loving it. I would like to stay home with them and was wondering what kinds of things could I do from home to bring in extra cash. I don't really want to do the whole daycare thing. I always see the ads "work form home" are they all scams or are some of them real? The ones that advertise for medical billing sounds interesting and is something I could do while my youngest is napping or at night after they are in bed. My son has been struggling in school also and being home gives me more time to help him with his school work. If it works out for me to stay home full time I am thinking about home schooling next year. I now some of you SAHM will have some good advice. Thanks P.

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K.N.

answers from Minneapolis on

P.,

Isn't it amazing the longing God puts in our hearts to be a SAHM?! I know that feeling well!!! I used to cry after we dropped off our kids at daycare on our way to work. I'll never forget the first day my husband drove off to work without me after I became a SAHM. I cried again but this time happy tears...my kids were in bed sleeping and I thought, "THIS is how its supposed to be!!" That was over 14 years ago. It was because I started working from home after researching SO many companies. Jumping ahead a few years, because our business grew so well, my husband was able to quit his job as well. We're now both home raising our four children.

Here's our business intro:
We have over 14 years experience training others to work from home. Our expertise in the field has benefited people across the nation; helping them to develop supplemental or replacement income. We began our married life as teachers but, as we became parents, our desire to spend more time with our children caused us to find the best option to earn income from home. The result of our research and determination is a solid business built on integrity and teamwork. Because of our success, we have made it our goal to mentor others to earn the income they desire.

P., there are literally hundreds, maybe thousands of home-based businesses out there. Be cautious. Unfortunately, many are scams and many others will make un-kept promises. Research like crazy! I will be more than happy to tell you all about my business. It likely will be a great fit for you, but if not, it will be a starting point for you to begin comparisons.
Send me a personal message & we’ll talk.

Blessings!

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J.H.

answers from Minneapolis on

Hi P. I would love to share with you what I do. I am a work at home mom of 2 great children they are 4 years old and 17 month old. I have been with this great company for 6 months now and I LOVE it. There is no selling, no deliveries, no inventory. If you would like to learn more about what I do please visit my website at www.mommieathomewithkidos.com and request info. and I will get right back to you. So that we can set up a time talk about it. Thank you for your time.

J.

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J.G.

answers from Milwaukee on

Hi P.,

I too work from home. Have had both traditional business and the in-home business. Love the in-home biz the best! If you would like to learn more, please visit our website: http://yourchoice.momsmakemore.com.

The company has been around for 23 years. They are registered with the BBB. We have an incredible 95% re-order rate, which with today's economy, says alot. The business & the products are 100% guaranteed, so there are no risks. The business is willable and transferable to your children, which is another reason why I work this business. I am using the business to build my retirement account also. I would rather invest my time & money into something that has a 95% return on it! You can earn as much as you put into it. It takes work and committment. If you are interested and want to learn more simply give me a call, fill out the form on the website or e-mail me.

Sincerely,

J. Gehr
____@____.com

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S.P.

answers from Minneapolis on

Hi P., I was just going to be advertising my business that I run from a home office. I really appreciate your concern with home based businesses,there are alot of scammy companys out there! But there are some legitamate ones,I suggest that you really do research about those "work from home" ads.I know how you feel I felt the same way,to be able to cherish the precious moments with your children is a fantastic thing.I have a 2mnth old and a 11yr old.Having an Internet business has allowed me to be @ home for the last year.My business associates and I are looking to expand in the next couple of months if you are serious about looking @ a business that you can work from home,I am looking for a motivated individual to work with.If interested please call or email me for an appointment. S. Petersen ###-###-#### email ____@____.com

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A.H.

answers from Cedar Rapids on

Hi P.!
I'm a home-based, home-schooling, work from home mom. And I love it. However it does take some flexibility. You see, when everyone is using the house all day, it gets messy. And sometimes, floors and dishes don't get clean when you have to teach math or reading and then get on Mamasource! But I believe if you make the decision to stay at home and school at home,you will never regret it! My experience is, though, that with a business, you are going to need some day care sometimes. A network of Moms is good, or others in your business that can help out. The message that "you can have it all" is partially true. I really do have it all. I just don't have it all, all the time. If I'm doing meetings, that's the focus for that day. If I have a clean house, kids may learn "household management" that day and not science which is fine. You get the idea. The good part is, for a 7 year old, 2 hours per day of school is probably plenty depending on how you do it.
A.

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S.P.

answers from Minneapolis on

We are looking for a sales rep for our women's directory. Take a look at it on-line and see if this is something you are interested in.

www.tcwomensdirectory.com

Give me a call at ###-###-#### if you would like to talk more about it.

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A.S.

answers from Omaha on

HI P.! Even though you weren't planning being at home, you are going to be so thrilled that you get the chance too!

I am on my way to being a SAHM in December, and am going to be able to work my Arbonne business in the nooks and crannies of my days.

It may not be a fit for you, but check out some info at my website: amylsmith.myarbonne.com

Hope all goes well for you and your family!

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C.P.

answers from Eau Claire on

Hi P.! I see that you posted this a few months ago, but I was just referred to this website by a friend and thought that just in case you're still looking, I'd let you know what I do.

I LOVE working from home so that I can be home with my daughter all day, every day! There are no parties, no selling, no inventory, NO RISK! I simply do advertising (mainly online) with the help of an awesome group called The MOM Team. Check out my website at www.DoneWithDaycare.com for more info. I look forward to hearing from you soon! =)

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S.N.

answers from Pittsburgh on

Hi P., I am a stay at home single mom and I have a full time stay at home job with AmeriPlan, a national health benefits company. There is sales, marketing, customer service involved but a huge team of helpful, successful people to train you and help you along the way to develop your business. This is an at home business, not employment so I'm a 1099 worker and can use my home office, a portion of my electric bill, cable bill, internet bill, heating bill, etc as a tax write off...not only that all my office supplies are a tax write off as well. This is my full time career and we are hiring!!! Please call me if you have questions. My phone # is below. Also the company provides us with our websites and training materials, we have a residual commission that builds each month and its my goal to soon be making a 6-figure income. It is awesome! I have truly found financial freedom working with AmeriPlan. Plus the dental and health benefits they provide are so inexpensive and very marketable when we are selling them.

We are currently seeking homeworkers!! If you would like to work at home 100% on the internet with a successful team of moms, this could be a great fit for you! No cold calling, no products and no home parties.
To request an interview and receive full details via email, visit www.freedomathometeam.com/snicholson. We will be conducting interviews all month.

AmeriPlan has a 22 year track record of success and we are seeking team members who are serious about starting a new career at home.
We have an A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau, we are a member in good standing of the Consumer Health Alliance, the National Association of Dental Plans, Dun & Bradstreet, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Well known companies such as Walmart, Target, Lenscrafters, Pearle Vision, JC Penney, CVS, Walgreen's, and Rite-Aid are vision and prescription providers for AmeriPlan.
Join our team and work part-time to earn extra money for monthly bills or full-time to replace an existing income and fire your boss. You may listen to this pre-recorded toll free call about our company, pay and benefits at ###-###-####.

What we offer...
• Daily & Monthly Pay
• Residual Income
• Part-time or full-time work available
• Professionally designed E-Commerce Websites
• Full Training with our Top Producing team
• Medical and Dental benefits for your entire household
• Earn fast track bonuses
• Earn Rookie bonuses
• Earn a brand new Cadillac CTS.

What we don't do...
• No Home Parties
• No Cold Calling
• No Products to Buy or Sell
• No approaching friends and family
Working at home with our company has many perks. A very important one to me is that as a single mom I can stay home with my children and have a secure financial future for myself and my children.
To request an interview, visit www.freedomathometeam.com/snicholson and click on the request an interview tab.
We will be conducting interviews all month. You may also reach me at ###-###-####.
Sincerely,
S. Nicholson
www.mybenefitsplus.com/40806508
____@____.com
###-###-####

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D.L.

answers from Sioux City on

Hi!

First I do want to say be careful of work from home scams. Also watch out for businesses that toot easy income, with no selling/etc. There are some companies out there that really sound good, but I've watched people spend a lot of money on both products they didn't really want and advertising to make a little bit of money.

That said, the key is to find your passion. What do you love? What are your skills and talents? For me, my passion is my children, so I sell children's books. I love it and do well, but my heart is in it. :-) I feel good about what I am doing and believe in the product. So keep that in mind.

There are companies that hire. Some pay better then others. You can find a list of companies that hire at www.passiontosuccess.com.

Another good resource is www.wahm.com

Remember, follow your heart!

Good luck,

D.
www.goreadtoday.com

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B.H.

answers from Lincoln on

Hi P., did you ever find your work at home opportunity you were looking for? If not, let me know and I can help!
-B.

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K.B.

answers from Minneapolis on

Hi P.,

What an awesome thing to be home with your kids! I love being home with my two girls. I wanted to email you because you were expressing how you are working to help your son improve in school and thinking about home schooling next year. I have a business in my home that deals with educational books for infants to adults. They maybe something that you are interested in for your children and/or home schooling. We are always looking for people who love children and books & belive in spreading literacy. If you want to know more you can visit my website :www.readtoachildtoday.com or email me at ____@____.com
Goood luck with whatever you decide and enjoy being home with your kids!
K.

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J.M.

answers from Madison on

P.,

Did anyone ever email you and has it worked as far as working at home , I want to do the same thing.

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T.K.

answers from Sioux Falls on

Hi P.

I am sorry to hear about your job. As some others have said, maybe it is a blessing in disguise. I believe everything happens for a reason; sometimes we don't know what the reason is...yet :o)

I have been scammed numerous times with "online jobs" and "work from home" things.

I found a great work at home resource center called www.sohojobs.org
They research companies and if they are legit, sohojobs.org will allow the company to post their job opening on the sohojobs website.

What is great about this, the companies are actually posting jobs and hiring people to work from home!
We are in the days of "outsourcing" and companies are really seeing the benefits in hiring people to work out of the home...not the office.

I love this, and it has been a real blessing for me and my family.

Hope this helps.
Let me know if you have questions!

T. K

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C.C.

answers from Sioux Falls on

Hi have done really well bringing in extra income with Scentsy wickless candles. you can check them out if you want at www.scentsy.com/danacarey My sis in law transcribed medical records for awile and it was really demanding. She said that she was stuck on their schedule. But maybe it was just the company she worked for.

L.O.

answers from Minneapolis on

Hi P.,
Not easy to loose a job but this could be a blessing in disguise. I looked a long time for a good company that would allow me to work from home. The key is to find something that excites you and/or touches your heart that you can have a passion for.
What I found is a company that falls in line with my passion to help others.
If you are someone with a positive attitude, wants a healthy lifestyle and help others do the same, I can find some time to do an internet phone appt. that would give you all the valuable information for you to determine if this is something of interest to you.
You can respond to this email or contact me at ###-###-####.
Blessings,
L.

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B.A.

answers from Milwaukee on

P.,

I too have been a stay at home mom for nearly 2 1/2 years - and in January realized I needed to do something for me outside of the house.

Recently - I've been graciously labeled a "serial" entrepreneur ... and felt so absolutely honored to hear that.

Please understand that for most of the time I was at home, I researched different ways to make money from home while taking care of my babies, buying handfuls of books, spending hours online at nite looking into different "promising" websites and such.

I would love to talk with you regarding my stay at home monetizing experiences - which kind of just happened because I needed more for me than my little miracles could offer.

Please message me when you have a chance and I can share with you some very interesting things I've learned in my experiences.

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