In an effort to stem the number of coronavirus infections, millions of Americans are now working from home, transforming kitchen tables and bedrooms into temporary home offices. Many are working under less-than-ideal ergonomic conditions—a kitchen chair that’s too low, a table that’s too high. You get the idea. Poor ergonomics can make or break your … Read more
While working from home comes with many perks, there is also a big downside: No on-site technical support like you had back in the office. And if you’re attending Zoom meetings, managing staff and making big decisions, all from your home office, you can’t have your internet cut out. Let’s look at how to solve … Read more
It’s much easier now than ever before to jump on the bandwagon of remote work – meaning work outside of traditional office, thanks to the internet. Aside from the fact that you can now work from anywhere in the world and share your work easily with your boss or client over the internet; you will also … Read more
When you begin to write a resume, one of the top questions on your mind is probably what length it must be. Should a resume be one page? Some people will suggest a one page resume at most, and other sources will say that is too short. Another group of people will say your resume can … Read more
“I wake up every morning at nine and grab for the morning paper. Then I look at the obituary page. If my name is not on it, I get up.” – Benjamin Franklin Succeeding in a 21st-century lifestyle is getting exceedingly difficult. The Covid-19 pandemic is forcing everyone to work from home. Working remotely gives … Read more
Administrative assistants are the backbone of most workplaces. They organize schedules, keep teams on track, and make sure projects move forward. Today, more of these jobs are going remote, giving workers the chance to bring their organizational skills to distributed teams around the world. If you’re wondering, can an administrative assistant work remotely? The answer is yes … Read more
If you’re one of the millions of Americans who works remotely, it’s time to enhance your work-from-home setup to better equip you to professionally excel in our digital age. It doesn’t matter if you’re in your home office just one day a week or you’re a full-time remote worker—you deserve gear and equipment that will remove the … Read more
The terms “digital nomad” and “remote worker” often come up in discussions about modern work, but they represent distinct lifestyles. Understanding these differences is crucial for anyone considering a flexible work style. This article explores what sets digital nomads apart from remote workers, covering critical aspects like work environment, lifestyle, challenges, and benefits. 1. Definitions: … Read more
Many people around the world find themselves thrust into working from home, whether they ever wanted to or not. Here’s how to not just survive but thrive working from home with pets. First, a little background: I started working full-time from home in 2008. I worked for a DC-based design firm when John began his PhD … Read more
Remote work promised us the world but, for some remote newbies, it served up a 24/7 hamster wheel instead. Surprise! It’s not remote work that’s draining your battery. It’s your boundaries that have gone MIA. Time to stage an epic comeback! Remember when we dreamed about working from home? The flexibility, the freedom, the no … Read more