I found the neatest article on Yahoo about why we don't telecommute more:
http://finance.yahoo.com/columnist/article/moneyhappy/7928

In a nutshell, we think we're happier because of the social aspect of being onsite. And for some people, the social aspect is vital. This really comes down to that lesson of know thyself.

Telecommuting is a great way to get caught up on work, as you're away from the majority of distractions. Full remote work is not for everyone. Partial telework is an ideal balance in that you can stay in synch with your coworkers, and yet you also can work from the home office reducing wear and tear on everything.

Tip: Have everything in place before you start.
There's a French cooking term mise en place which means to gather all your ingredients & do your prep work before you start.
This is highly useful when you're working from home. Make sure that the printer has paper, that you have all the items from work that you might need with you, and get to work.

It's too easy to let yourself get sidetracked by thinking you need something. Plan your tasks, and take it one task at a time. Then plan ahead for what you need.

If I know that I will be coding some JavaScript, I have my two favorite reference books nearby, I get a glass of water, and I sit down at the computer until it is written, debugged, and integrated.

If I am cold calling to drum up business, I go to the bathroom, get a glass of water, get my list with lots of paper, put a huge smile on my face, and start making phone calls.

Walkaway:
Decide what your task is
Get everything you need
Work at it until you're done
(yes, that does mean don't answer the phone barring emergencies and don't peek at your email)

Happy Fourth of July!
Let this be the start of your independence.

Write down everything you enjoy doing or want to learn. You can start a business based upon what you're learning as well as what you know.