Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Real Part Time Online Jobs for Real People

Article first published as Real Part Time Online Jobs for Real People on Technorati.

Anyone who has ever needed a little extra money has likely looked into the option of part time online jobs. After all, the average Joe (and Jane) is not likely in any rush to burn up what leftover energy they have delivering pizzas. The thing is, it can be a little tricky finding something that makes you feel like making money online will be worth the effort.  Especially if you're looking for something that will help you do more than just afford your daily extra-large monster mocha cappuccino habit. 

Take a look at these two legitimate part time online jobs that can get you paid.

·         Virtual assistant. A virtual assistant- or VA- offers professional clerical assistance to clients from home. It is a great option for anyone who has had any kind of office experience. Virtual assistants are huge with companies right now because it is a work from home position that helps save their bottom line.
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Online customer service rep. When it comes to actually working for a company, this is one of the most sought after part time online jobs. Land yourself a work from home customer service rep job and you may find yourself working for some very big named corporations in any number of industries. And that is why, incidentally, these companies take a special interest in applicants who are bilingual or can speak multiple languages.

Where does one find these types of legitimate part time online jobs?  VIPdesk offers work from home customer service openings in countries such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Singapore.

Not sure those part time online jobs that will work for you? A good option for the more independent:
Freelancing. The need for freelance writers, graphics designers, photographers, editors and proofreaders is going strong. If you're wondering how to get your foot in the door or how you can ensure you'll get paid- not to worry. There are websites set up as meeting sites for workers to find work and for clients to find workers. They even have an escrow system and a resolution center should any type of work related disputes arise. 

Two freelance websites that have made quite a name for themselves are Guru.com and eLance.com.
While work from home jobs still have a somewhat shaky reputation, you can bet legitimate part time online jobs are on the rise and will be taking more of a foothold as technology evolves.