There's no single way for work-at-home moms to be successful. There are many careers for work at home moms. Do some research and take a look at how other work at home moms manage.
Perhaps, you could
- telecommute the job you already have,
- become a consultant or freelancer,
- start your own business,
- find a new telecommuting job in your field of expertise or
- dive into something entirely different.
Whether you're in the workplace now or you're a stay-at-home mom, the best place to start is with your own resume. If employed, can you negotiate a flexible work schedule that includes working from home?
If you've already left the workforce, look back at your last job. Network with your former co-workers. They may know of openings or freelance work that could be done from home. Search national job listings for that type of work with "telecommute" or "work at home" as additional keywords.
If your skill set or current career is not a good match for working at home, consider breaking out into a new field. Online learning is one approach. Starting a home business is another. If you do opt for a new career, keep in mind that you may need to hone your skills in a traditional workplace before becoming a home-based worker.
