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# The Ups and Downs of Running Your Private Practice From Home

Susan Day
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June 19, 2017

## The Ups and Downs of Running Your Private Practice From Home

When you start thinking about establishing your own private practice, location is one of the biggest decisions you will have to make. Deciding whether you want to work from home, rent an office, or buy a premise can be one of the most important decisions you make.

Running Your Private Practice From Home

## How will you organize your Home Practice?

At first sight, working from home looks very attractive. It is convenient, you can sleep in for a little longer, and you are able to save the costs for rent. However, there are two major issues you need to consider before jumping into a home office:

Issue | Home - Advantages | Home - Disadvantages
Where will you treat your clients? | Convenient and cheap Flexible appointment times, benefitting the clients Home-y atmosphere | Uncomfortable to have clients visit your house Uncomfortable for clients to visit your house Restrictions and limitations for you and your family
Where will you complete office work? | Cheap and convenient Easy as long as you have internet Easy to schedule in non-professional appointments and household chores | Many distractions Blurred line between private and professional life Loneliness

Make sure You Understand the Benefits of Running Your Private Practice From Home

## Find What Works For You

Considering the up- and downsides of working at home, you can identify the option that works best for you. For example, if you prefer to complete your office work at home, but see clients in a more professional setting, you might consider renting a premise a couple of times a week.

If you decide to work completely from home, the above considerations can help you mitigate the negatives. For example, you could have a separate entry for clients to enter your house.

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