Choosing a client opportunity is an important decision when you’re building your work-from-home business through the Arise platform.

It can be tempting to look at the hourly rate and immediately think, “That sounds perfect for me!” But there are several other factors worth considering before you enroll.

Every client opportunity can have its own requirements, schedule expectations, certification process, and other terms. Taking a little time to understand those details can help you determine whether an opportunity fits your schedule, goals, and business.

Before choosing your next client opportunity, ask yourself these seven questions.

1. What Are the Client’s Hours of Operation?

Before choosing a client opportunity, take a close look at the Hours of Operation.

Each client program can have different hours, and those hours may vary considerably. Some clients may operate primarily during the day, while others may have evening, overnight, weekend, or extended hours.

This is especially important if you have a specific time of day when you prefer to work.

For example, if you’re someone who prefers working overnight hours, an opportunity with late-night availability may be a better fit for your schedule than one that primarily operates during daytime hours.

Before choosing an opportunity, ask yourself:

• What are this client’s Hours of Operation?
• Does the client offer the days and times I want to work?
• Are overnight, evening, or weekend hours available?
• Do the available hours fit my personal schedule?
• Can I consistently commit to the intervals I select?

Don’t assume every client operates on the same schedule. Review the Hours of Operation for each opportunity you’re considering before deciding whether it’s a good fit.

2. What Is the Pay Rate?

Compensation is obviously an important consideration, but it’s not the only factor.

When comparing opportunities, make sure you understand how the compensation is structured and what the advertised rate represents.

Consider:

• The stated hourly rate
• How and when you are paid
• Any applicable fees
• The number of hours you realistically expect to service
• Whether the opportunity’s schedule allows you to reach your income goals

It’s important to look at the whole picture, rather than choosing an opportunity based solely on the highest advertised rate.

3. What Certification Requirements Are Involved?

Before you can begin servicing customers for many client programs, you may need to successfully complete a certification process.

Certification requirements can vary between opportunities.

Find out what is expected before you commit, including:

• How long certification is expected to take
• When certification takes place
• What time the class is
• Whether assessments are involved
• What technical requirements you must meet
• What happens if you are unable to complete certification
• Whether you have any prior commitments that would affect you attending class each day of the certification class.

Remember that certification is part of the process of preparing to service a particular client. Make sure you have the time and resources to complete it successfully.

4. Are There Background Check or Other Screening Requirements?

Some client opportunities may require additional screening before you can move forward.

Depending on the opportunity, this could include a background check or other client-specific requirements.

If screening is required, understand that processing times can vary and may affect how quickly you are able to move through the enrollment process.

Before committing, find out:

• Whether screening is required
• What type of screening is involved
• Whether there are additional requirements
• Whether you need to complete anything before certification
• How the process could affect your anticipated start timeline

If you’re waiting on a required screening process, don’t assume that a delay means something is wrong. Follow the instructions provided for your specific opportunity and contact Girlicity if you have questions.

5. Terms and Applicable Fees?

Before committing to an opportunity, make sure you understand the Statement Of  Work (SOW) and any applicable fees.

Don’t simply click through the agreement without reading it.

Look for information about:

• Service requirements
• Scheduling expectations
• Performance expectations
• Applicable fees
• Certification requirements
• The term of the agreement
• What happens if you withdraw or are unable to continue

If you don’t understand something in the agreement, ask questions before committing.

Understanding the terms before you start is much easier than discovering an important requirement afterward.

6. Can I Meet the Client’s Expectations?

Every client opportunity comes with expectations.

Think about whether the opportunity fits your skills, equipment, availability, and ability to consistently provide the required level of service.

Consider things such as:

• Customer service experience
• Communication skills
• Computer skills
• Required equipment
• Internet requirements
• Your ability to follow procedures
• Your ability to maintain your scheduled commitments

You don’t have to be perfect to get started, but you should be realistic about whether you’re prepared to meet the requirements of the opportunity you’re considering.

7. Does This Opportunity Fit My Business Goals?

Finally, ask yourself the bigger question:

Does this opportunity make sense for my business?

Instead of choosing an opportunity simply because it is available, think about what you’re trying to accomplish.

Are you looking for:

• Supplemental income?
• A consistent work-from-home schedule?
• An opportunity that works around another business?
• More hours?
• Experience in a particular type of customer service?
• An opportunity that fits your current availability?

Your answer can help you determine which opportunities are worth exploring.

The opportunity that works well for one service partner may not necessarily be the right fit for another.

Don’t Choose Based on Pay Alone

When you’re excited about finding a work-from-home opportunity, it can be easy to focus on the hourly rate.

But your decision should take the entire opportunity into account.

A lower-paying opportunity with a schedule you can consistently maintain may fit your business differently than a higher-paying opportunity with requirements that don’t work for your availability.

Look at the complete picture:

Pay + Schedule + Requirements + Certification + Fees + Expectations + Your Goals

That’s where you can begin determining whether an opportunity makes sense for you.

Take Time to Understand Before You Commit

Choosing a client opportunity is an important step, but you don’t have to make your decision based on a single number or a quick impression.

Read the available program information. Review the requirements. Understand the SOW. Consider your availability. And ask questions about anything you don’t understand.

Most importantly, choose based on what you can realistically commit to and maintain.

Final Thoughts

Working from home can provide flexibility and opportunities to build a business around your life. But success requires more than simply finding an opportunity and signing up.

It starts with choosing an opportunity that aligns with your circumstances and understanding what you’re committing to before you begin.

At Girlicity, we want our service partners to have the information they need to approach each opportunity prepared and informed.

Ask questions. Read the details. Know your commitments. Then choose the opportunity that fits your business.

Client opportunities, requirements, compensation, schedules, fees, and other terms may vary and can change. Always review the current information and applicable agreement for the specific opportunity you are considering.

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