Every company works differently to match the industry and operational goals they have. Some run the entire operations in the office; others run a remote-only operation, while a few focus on using either remote-friendly or remote-first models. Many often refer to both remote-friendly and remote-first work models as hybrid work, but they are pretty different…
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Companies offer a wide range of work environments for their workers to help the company run at any given time, especially during natural disasters and health emergencies. Some companies offer full-remote working, while others offer a hybrid workplace setup that allows employees to work in the office and at home. Many tend to confuse hybrid…
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Giving birth recently got me thinking about this topic. As a working parent, it is no longer enough to have a paying salary, especially now that times are uncertain. The onset of the pandemic has made many realise that they should get benefits to protect their family’s well-being, and companies should deliver these benefits as…
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Remote work has been around for years, and the onset of the pandemic has forced many industries to move towards this work environment to keep operations going. However, remote work is not for every industry, especially for industries that require direct access to people like sales. Fortunately, there are ways to succeed in doing sales…
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The length of the workweek has long been a subject of debate for many experts around the world. Some say that having a four day work week is good for the overall happiness of the employees and can help businesses assess how they perform. Others argue the contrary and say it is bad for business…
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The office work environment is not for everyone as there are people who work efficiently on their own and are very shy in dealing with others outside family and friends. Fortunately, remote jobs are now available for introverts to consider as an alternative to office environments. If you are considering taking a remote position for…
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Are you someone who loves to be with people, interact with them and not be afraid to speak in front of a crowd? If that is a yes, you may be wondering what kind of jobs are available for extroverts like you, especially now that the pandemic is disabling many from going out and interacting…
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For some of us, working in an office can get very frustrating, which is why remote work or work-from-home is very appealing. In a work-from-home scheme, one can control their schedule and do as much work as you want. While this is the case, it can be tricky to succeed in a work-from-home environment, especially…
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When the pandemic hit, many businesses and companies were forced to move their operations online to keep their businesses afloat. For employees, the move to remote work or work-from-home was a welcome one at first because of the virus. But, as the pandemic continues and there is no end in sight, work-from-home fatigue can take…
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For introverts and those who wish to keep a low profile, working at home is a dream come true. They can work without worrying about their workmates and stay invisible while they do their work. However, while that sounds good, one still needs to be visible even while working remotely because it helps motivate you…
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Customer service is my forte and I am excited to meet someone who is as passionate as me in serving and taking care of our customers! Let’s welcome Georgina from Nairobi to share with her experiences of what it is like working with customers remotely at a California-based retailer with more than 30,000 natural products…
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With COVID-19 sweeping nonstop across the world, companies have shifted their employees to a more remote work set-up to keep the economy afloat and their businesses going. A huge investment in automation has been placed by every company, both large and small businesses, to help workers keep up with their tasks. For workers, remote work…
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Being a job seeker during a pandemic is not a good way to start or develop a career, especially if you have just graduated out of college. Not only will you have to contend with an immense competition for job openings, but you also need to prove your worth so that employers could consider you…
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Besides companies and businesses who have remote workers, many people this year moved to online jobs or started working from home to maintain social distancing. With some not being able to meet their colleagues face-to-face for many months, it is crucial to create opportunities to stay connected with the team and maintain a positive relationship…
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Once again, many countries have entered a nationwide lockdown. For the most part, I think people are getting used to staying at home and finding awesome things to occupy or distract themselves. It can also be said that working from home isn’t that bad anymore unlike the first few months of this pandemic. However, one…
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Remote working is now becoming a common occurrence for many businesses and companies. It improves the productivity rate of its people and offers a good work-life balance for employees. However, there are some setbacks to remote working that needs to be overcome and one of them is the team relationship between those in the office…
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Handling a remote team can be challenging, especially if you have workers who come from various time zones, languages and cultures. Not only tasks must be done on time, they have to be done correctly as well. However, if you keep pressing your workers for updates, you may end up doing micromanagement. Micromanagement can be…
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Time can pass by in a blink of an eye and there’s no way you can turn it back. If you are a business owner, your focus must be on how you can continue to earn profit, even if there are changes to the economy or industry you are in. Many successful businesses are able…
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Remote working has been picking up in many companies thanks to the improvements in technology for the past couple of years. Employers see how productive their employees become if they are in a conducive environment. They also get access to a larger talent pool which can supplement tasks which are not available in the regular…
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The COVID-19 pandemic has definitely caught many people unaware and brought the world to its knees. As the virus continues to spread, everyone is now on the edge and many industries are forced to shut down, especially small businesses. If you are a small business owner, you may be wondering what the future holds as…
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