Operating a business from home_factors affecting that.

Mikes smithen

Verified member
It is absolutely necessary for an individual to operate a business from home and in fact operating a business from home absolutely keeps an individual away from destruction that he or she would likely encounter if he or she had to carry out an outside working job or career. But in as much as starting or operating a business from home is very beneficial and advantageous, we shouldn't be quick to forget that there are also a lot of disadvantages and demerits that applies to an individual's option of starting a business or operating a business from home. In this particular thread we are basically coming to be discussing what factors affect an individual's decision of operating a business from home. But before we dive into the explanation of this factors it is quite important that we understand, why it is quite necessary for one individual to establish a business initially. The establishment of business is absolutely necessary to most individuals because that is basically the way in which they make ends meet for themselves and also the way in which they derive income for their survival. And some might use to establish businesses from home while others may also choose to establish businesses by renting a space for building a space for business activities. With that being said, let us consider factors affecting an individual's decision to operate or establish a business from home:

COST: One of the most significant factors that may influence a person's decision is the cost of operating or establishing a business from home. Operating a business from home can be less expensive than renting or purchasing a commercial space.

CONVENIENCE: Operating a business from home can provide greater convenience, as it eliminates the need for commuting and allows for more flexibility in scheduling.

PROFESSIONAL IMAGE: Depending on the type of business, operating from home may not be seen as a professional image. This may influence an individual's decision to operate from home or establish a separate commercial space.

SPACE LIMITATIONS: Depending on the size and type of business, operating from home may be limited by space constraints. This may influence an individual's decision to rent or purchase a separate commercial space.

ZONING LAWS: Local zoning laws may restrict or limit the ability to operate certain types of businesses from home. It is important to research and understand these laws before making a decision.
 

Axis

Banned
The operation of businesses from home can absolutely be beneficial for example when an individual sees the need to establish a business or a career venture from home that can absolutely help him or her to never be distracted in any way but instead he or she can definitely devote our concentration to making sure that he or she engages in that activity of home-based career and jobs in order to make money. When an individual stays at home to carry out walking activities it can also make him or her to have a good work-life balance.

But in as much as there are advantages to the act of an individual making money from home or engaging in walking activity from whom they are also disadvantages, some obvious disadvantages is that he or she may become subject to isolation I may also be tendered in one way or the other, but most importantly he or she can be subject to destruction possibly from a crying baby.
 

TOZZIBLINKZ

VIP Contributor
Establishing a business at home is absolutely an ideal idea for many individuals to effectively manage their business and also carry out home activities all at once but it is important and necessary that when David was intending to establish home based businesses understand that establishing a business at home can be very much destractive especially if the individual is a nursing mum or possibly a family individual he or she will have to face the responsibility of carrying out home chores and all activities while facing the responsibility of carrying out business activities.

On the other hand establishing a business at home can be very much flexible in the sense that you did not have to do well on another to pay you salaries and wages but instead you can be your own boss and flexibility carry out anything that you wish or desire. But even with that, the demerit to that is that you will be isolated .
 

Augusta

VIP Contributor
One thing I like about running anything from home is the ease of doing it. You would be able to do a lot from your space without having to spend so much.

So one thing I know is that running a business cost of operating is less Operating a business from home can be low cost as you don't have to pay for renting or pay for a commercial space.
Another good thing as you have already mentioned is that operating a business from home can offer greater convenience, You wouldn't even need to leave your home or location for another location to transact business.
 

Shaf

Verified member
Different people will face different problems when they want to work from home depending on the type of business or job, and their own personal circumstances.

I have seen a lot of people who struggle with maintaining a professional image if they work from home here in Nigeria especially, because it's usually associated with scammers, or yahoo boys as they are popularly called.

Some of them end up getting a working space in the midst of other businesses which serves as their office, getting them a semblance of normalcy.

Time is also another factor. We all have different commitments and it's best left to you how to manage your time effectively.
 
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