Too sick and tired to work a regular job? Want to earn some money working in your pajamas, when you are able, being your own boss?
We're not offering jobs or schemes here...we're here to offer inspiration so you can create your own Joyful Work!
Often we become defined by the work that we do. When we can no longer work, we not only lose an income; we can feel a loss of identity and we don't feel useful anymore.
Consider creating your own job. But instead of calling it a job, let's give it another name, like "money-making pasttime" or "lucrative hobby" or even "joyful work". Something that reflects making money doing something that gives you pleasure. Even if you are on disability, you are allowed to earn a limited income (check with Social Security). If you are your own boss, you can determine the energy you can put into your tasks. Whatever you choose to do, be sure it is something that brings you joy.
Before you settle on a direction to take, read this wonderful Pajama Daze guest blog by Lyme Lens http://www.pajamadaze.com/blog/starting-over. Need some more inspiration? Meet our Joyful Workers!
Search the internet. There are lots of websites to help you get started. There are books and information you can download. And you'll find ideas that can kick start your own plan.
There are some legitimate work-at-home jobs available on-line, but there are many scams out there, as well. Be sure to do your research if you decide to take this route. Here's a good place to start - http://www.pajamadaze.com/online-opportunities
If you're interested in exploring affiliate marketing and other methods of passive income, here's a good website to get you started - https://www.smartpassiveincome.com
Remember, you may not be able to physically, or even mentally, do what you used to do. You may have had no choice but to leave your career behind. But that doesn't mean you have to lose your passion. You still have skills and talents that you can put to good use.
Here are some ideas for creating your own Joyful Work:
Are you crafty and creative? Make jewelry, painted items, crafts and sell them online through Facebook or sites such as Etsy.
Do you have writing and computer skills? Start a blog about something you know, an area of expertise, and share it with the world (here's a good site to help get started - http://startbloggingonline.com/). Write newsletters or create websites for small businesses and local organizations. Books like Reader's Digest's Making Money with your PC can get your creative juices flowing. Start an editing business to help college students or new authors. Write movie reviews for a local paper. Freelance writing ad copy. Write ebooks about chronic illness and topics of which you are knowledgeable (here's a great blog to help - https://amylynnandrews.com/how-to-write-an-ebook/).
Do you have IT skills? Offer your assistance online, or offer classes at the local library or senior center.
Do you have skills in finance or accounting? Do bookkeeping for a local business or non-profit. Prepare tax returns. Help others create household budgets.
Do you have a business background? Become an online advisor for new business owners. Write a column for your local paper.
Are you an accomplished cook or baker? Publish your most time-tested recipes. Give online cooking or baking courses.
Are you a teacher? Try online video tutoring, or if you are able, you can tutor in your home.
Do you have research skills? Do freelance research for university professors, writers or local newspapers.
Word processing skills? Type letters, documents, reports and notes for students, businesses and friends.
Are you a receptionist? Start an answering service for a business or practitioner's office.
Do you have a great voice? Lend your voice to the ad department at your local radio station or advertising agency.
Here's a great page with tips on working at home if you are disabled/retired -
http://wemagazineforwomen.com/7-tips-for-people-with-a-disability-who-want-to-work-at-home/
If you need to brush up on business, media, computing or tech skills, find affordable, professional online tutorials (free 30 day trial) at www.lynda.com.
You will also find helpful information about working online on our Online Opportunities page.
Consider creating your own job. But instead of calling it a job, let's give it another name, like "money-making pasttime" or "lucrative hobby" or even "joyful work". Something that reflects making money doing something that gives you pleasure. Even if you are on disability, you are allowed to earn a limited income (check with Social Security). If you are your own boss, you can determine the energy you can put into your tasks. Whatever you choose to do, be sure it is something that brings you joy.
Before you settle on a direction to take, read this wonderful Pajama Daze guest blog by Lyme Lens http://www.pajamadaze.com/blog/starting-over. Need some more inspiration? Meet our Joyful Workers!
Search the internet. There are lots of websites to help you get started. There are books and information you can download. And you'll find ideas that can kick start your own plan.
There are some legitimate work-at-home jobs available on-line, but there are many scams out there, as well. Be sure to do your research if you decide to take this route. Here's a good place to start - http://www.pajamadaze.com/online-opportunities
If you're interested in exploring affiliate marketing and other methods of passive income, here's a good website to get you started - https://www.smartpassiveincome.com
Remember, you may not be able to physically, or even mentally, do what you used to do. You may have had no choice but to leave your career behind. But that doesn't mean you have to lose your passion. You still have skills and talents that you can put to good use.
Here are some ideas for creating your own Joyful Work:
Are you crafty and creative? Make jewelry, painted items, crafts and sell them online through Facebook or sites such as Etsy.
Do you have writing and computer skills? Start a blog about something you know, an area of expertise, and share it with the world (here's a good site to help get started - http://startbloggingonline.com/). Write newsletters or create websites for small businesses and local organizations. Books like Reader's Digest's Making Money with your PC can get your creative juices flowing. Start an editing business to help college students or new authors. Write movie reviews for a local paper. Freelance writing ad copy. Write ebooks about chronic illness and topics of which you are knowledgeable (here's a great blog to help - https://amylynnandrews.com/how-to-write-an-ebook/).
Do you have IT skills? Offer your assistance online, or offer classes at the local library or senior center.
Do you have skills in finance or accounting? Do bookkeeping for a local business or non-profit. Prepare tax returns. Help others create household budgets.
Do you have a business background? Become an online advisor for new business owners. Write a column for your local paper.
Are you an accomplished cook or baker? Publish your most time-tested recipes. Give online cooking or baking courses.
Are you a teacher? Try online video tutoring, or if you are able, you can tutor in your home.
Do you have research skills? Do freelance research for university professors, writers or local newspapers.
Word processing skills? Type letters, documents, reports and notes for students, businesses and friends.
Are you a receptionist? Start an answering service for a business or practitioner's office.
Do you have a great voice? Lend your voice to the ad department at your local radio station or advertising agency.
Here's a great page with tips on working at home if you are disabled/retired -
http://wemagazineforwomen.com/7-tips-for-people-with-a-disability-who-want-to-work-at-home/
If you need to brush up on business, media, computing or tech skills, find affordable, professional online tutorials (free 30 day trial) at www.lynda.com.
You will also find helpful information about working online on our Online Opportunities page.