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The rules at a job or generally more absolute. This means that if your not doing something right or if you are not getting the work done, they have a right to fire you. While the rules at home may be strict, you usually will not be "fired" from your house. Some jobs, you may or may not have more responsibility at work. You are also guaranteed a paycheck from your job, whereas you may or may not get an allowance for the work you do at home.