According to Link Resources, a market-research firm in New York City, nearly 60 million Americans were working at home in 1998. Most are entrepreneurs, but the greatest growth is a result of telecommuters who are based at home while working for a company.
Assertive behavior is essential.
In the case of children, explain what you are doing as clearly as you can and establish some physical sign to indicate when you are working and not to be disturbed except in emergencies. Don't try to be a supervision parent and a professional at the same time. Consider hiring a teenage neighbor or senior citizen to provide day care, whether in your home or theirs. Make a commitment to spend specific time with your children. Be sure to honor your promise.