Figure I touch base on the job force since right now is a difficult time for many. There have been many lay offs and alot of people can't seem to land another job quick enough. So I raise the question, Would you rather work for Corporate America or be Self-Employed?

Now I know many of you would say without hestitation, "Self-Employed" but do you really think it is that easy to start getting the revenue you need to stay self-employed for a long time? Not so many of us can be so lucky. Here are some pros and cons with Corporate America vs Self-Employed before you make any big decisions:

Corporate

Pros:

Steady schedule, steady pay check coming in, Benefit Plans for self and family, knowing you are support and leaving the big obstacles to the decision makers, company discount perks.

Cons:

Having to go by a clock, tracking your time, having a business attire, pressured client deadlines, office gossip, explanations for being out of the office, sick or late, seating at a desk or cubicle, no privacy.

Now both these Pros and Cons can go either way depends on the person.

Self

Pros: Freedom to do what you want on your own time, privacy, having your own set schedule, wearing what you want, unlimited earning potential based on desire to succeed.

Cons: Not a steady income, no company perks, setting up benefit plans, may lose drive to succeed without being pushed by anyone, distractions by friends and family.

There are countless Pros and Cons for both scenarios and you really have to consider which you rather prefer. Finding a job with flexibility and casual atmosphere might be better then a very strict corporate lifestyle or distractions at home.