Surprise, surprise, surprise, it’s Sunday morning and I’m sitting in front of my computer typing my life away. I’m finding it harder and harder to live up to my self-proclaimed title of Australia’s most handsome, home-based data entry clerk. I will soldier on though. One day I will hit the big time and be famous on the international data entry circuit. Everyone will think I’m an overnight success without seeing the years of hard work behind the scenes. It can be easy to be overlooked by people when you work from home. That’s why I always wear a fluorescent vest when I go to the shops.
Becoming a professional typist wasn’t something I always thought about doing. Ten years ago I didn’t even know what data entry was. I didn’t believe in myself enough to think I could start my own business and work from home. The last few years have been a steep learning curve and a real shot in the arm for my self-esteem and confidence. Being able to take control of your own career opportunities and turn them into a successful, if not thriving, data entry venture, unveils the strength you need to realise you can make your dreams come true in the long run.