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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Telecommuting is becoming a popular trend for many businesses as many tasks can now be done at home. Several studies have also shown that remote working for some employees is better because they are working in an environment they can easily relax and focus in. However, there are instances where remote working doesn’t work for…
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In every workplace across the globe, building the right company culture is key for its success. However, it can be a challenge to do especially now that remote teams are becoming popular for many industries. Since your team mates does not report to a workplace, it can be hard to make them feel like a…
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For the past couple of months, many workplaces have been shut down temporarily because of the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The virus can spread by having contact with infected droplets that an infected person can release through sneezing, coughing, speaking and exhaling. These droplets can also stay on surfaces for a long time and…
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Face-to-face interviews have always been the norm for employers and job seekers who wish to get into the companies they wish to apply for. When an interview is scheduled, the job seeker will be meeting someone from the company, who will assess their worth as a future employee. However, with the improvement in communications in…
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Remote work is now becoming inevitable in many companies and businesses, especially now that the Covid-19 pandemic is calling for social distancing, such arrangements need to be practiced not only for our own safety but also for the safety of our loved ones. However, if you have young kids at home, managing work from home…
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As a freelancer or entrepreneur, you may be used to working remotely, while others were thrust into this dynamic given the current situation. However, it can be agreed that the general atmosphere has shifted and the air is fraught with uncertainty in Asia and all over the world. You may find yourself struggling with everything…
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Companies and businesses are looking into remote work to save up money. Remote work can be done anywhere and there won’t be any costs to get it set up, such as real estate, security deposits and the like. Teams working on this model can also find more flexibility with their work since they can work…
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