Work At Home Employment Opportunities, Top 5 Employment Ideas :

Work at home employment is a luxury many, many people would like to have, especially these days with unemployment so high and the economy in such a rough state. Perhaps you're a stay at home mom who wants to bring more money into the house, or maybe you've recently been laid off and are struggling to find a job, or you might be tired of the pressures from work and want to start transitioning to a work at home employment position to enjoy the freedom and independence it provides.

The good news is that anyone with a computer connected to the internet can start an online business to start generating income. There are a huge number of opportunities available on the internet for anyone to get started with. However, you will want to get familiar with the various types of opportunities and understand how they operate.

Below are my top five ideas for a work at home employment opportunity.

1. Online Support

Leverage the internet and put your technical or people skills to use by providing support to companies or individuals from the comfort of your home. There are free or low-cost remote management and desktop control software available for troubleshooting issues.

2. Outsourcing

With the growth of the Internet, many people are now independently working for companies that outsource jobs to people with skills in writing, web design, computer programming, graphic design, research and more. Sites like Elance allow you set up a profile showcasing your skills and then submit proposals on job postings from companies or individuals who need the work completed.

3. Direct Selling

With your website (or an eBay auction site) you can resell products obtained at wholesale prices. The manufacturer can agree to drop ship directly to customers, saving you from the stocking and shipping headache. Children's items, sporting accessories and collectible gifts are all product ideas for this work at home employment opportunity.

4. Blogging

Blogs have become a popular way for people to make income online since blogs rank high in the search engines. However, new content is needed on a regular basis to stay current, so many internet marketers pay to have individuals post blog content for their sites.

5. Affiliate Marketing

Often found in top work at home employment listings because it can be inexpensive to set up. You can set up a blog for reviewing products and have affiliate links on your site that provide income to you when people make purchases through your site.

The last three of the opportunities listed above are for the entrepreneurial folks who would rather work for themselves than anyone else. Those opportunities can really pay off if you have the right marketing skills and understand keyword research. Be sure to complete your due diligence on any work at home employment opportunity before paying any required costs.