A Previous Blog Entry posted lists a variety of terms that you need to know that help identify work at home concepts. Some of the terms found the previous blog entry as well as this one can help you understand all aspects of working at home.

Blogging-This is the act of making a log of various thoughts, tips, tools, or other resources that would be useful or entertaining to the public. The use of blogging is one way to interact with the online community.

Freelancer-A person employed in this position is one who usually works on an independent basis. Often they complete creative or written projects. They also might be responsible for a variety of other activities such as designing a website or creating a business logo.

SAHM or SAHD-These are acronyms for stay at home moms or stay at home dads. These are individuals who often work hard to create an income while still being able to stay home with their children.

Telecommuter-A person who is employed in this position would usually perform duties normally completed on job sites. The only difference is that they would work at home, but they are not independent contractors. They are paid like a regular employee and are on the employer payroll, unlike someone who is just hired by the job and is responsible for their own taxes.

Virtual assistant-Usually this is a type of customer service representative position that is fulfilled, only at home. Usually this requires a secure, fast Internet connection as well as the right computer phone technology. Often a person is hired on by a company directly or works as an independent contractor.

Web 2.0-This technology is now being used by many home business marketers. It is the employment of a variety of social networking and interactive methods. For instance, people involved in using these marketing tools would be involved in social bookmarking, podcasting, RSS feed building and social network friend list building.

Networking-When you make connections with other people on a personal and professional level, it helps build your business. This concept encompasses a variety of different types of communication, such as online groups, social friend network building, and status updates (i.e. Twitter, Facebook, Yahoo).

When you seek information about ways to work at home you are probably going to find out quite a bit. You may in the process also run across some works you may not fully understand that describe different types of duties, responsibilities, or jobs.

Simply Definitions

Numerous words are used to describe various aspects of work at home positions and concepts. In order to determine which work at home position is best for you, it is important for you to understand a little bit about each of these.

Affiliate Marketing-This is the concept of promoting the products of an advertiser and/or merchant. Usually links to ad pages or websites are placed on an affiliate marketer’s website and commission is earn either per click or per order made by consumers.

Direct Sales-This is a person who usually is involved with making money while promoting products to small groups or individuals face to face. Direct sales can also be accomplished via communication one on one or in small group settings while online. Communication online would usually be forums, discussions, e-mails, or instant message.

Multilevel marketing-This is a process that often gets a negative “rap.” It is the process of setting up a network of people who are all making a profit on one another. Usually it is similar to a pyramid, only this is a legitimate set up, in that there is actually a read product or service being offered. The further up the pyramid you are the more money you usually would make because there are people under you.

Upline-Usually people in this position of a multilevel marketing operation are the ones you would look up to for help and advice. They usually will guide you along the way as you attempt to make a steady, rising profit while employed in a work at home business opportunity.

Downline-This is the person or group of people who are in business under you if you are involved in a multilevel marketing pursuit. Usually you would be mentoring them and helping them find their way so they can make money.

Independent contractor-If you are working in this capacity you usually are not a direct employee of a company. Usually you are just hired to do a specific job or to complete a specific project. Usually these individuals have their own business and are considered self-employed.

Search Engine Optimization-If you are involved in any type of work at home Internet marketing ventures, this term will be very important to you. It is the act of using keywords and key phrases that will put your websites or product pages on the first page of search engine results.

This of course is not a complete list of terms that pertain to working at home. To learn more about this new way of life,  View these definitions.