There is a caution however–the extend to which there is gender inequality in one culture when considered from the viewpoint of a different culture can be hegemonic. What some outsiders perceive as serious gender inequity might be acceptable to those people directly involved. In other cases, gender inequity cries out for policy intervention to protect rights and provide economic subsistence. In all situations it is advisable that serious attention be given to the social construction of gender and its relationship to at home jobs and the effect it has on human worth, dignity, social justice, and meaningful employment.

Given the findings that men earn more than women in both at home jobs and traditionally located employment, educational and career development efforts focused on choosing an economically viable occupation should include both employment options. Moreover, the economic facts resulting from occupational choice perhaps need to be presented to women in special forums or with unique methods that focus on the consequences of choice rather than on their current interests and inclinations toward particular occupations.

Studying at home jobs provides a unique view at the intersection of the social and economic roles of employment and family life. Interdisciplinary approaches using social and economic theories for the development of educational programs and public policies are essential. Integrated perspectives will enhance the dialogue among family members, community organizations, and governments to consider family and local economies as well as individual and family well-being. at home jobs brought to communities will be evaluated both for its consequences for individuals and families as well as for its infusion of dollars into the local economy. Perhaps these strategies will then be applied to choosing new firms for away-from- at home jobs in the community as well. at home jobs is just a special case of employment. at Home jobs and employment issues will always be better understood with interdisciplinary approaches integrating social and economic issues of the reported research.