Remote Workers

Business News

'Control, Surveillance and Manipulation': How TikTok's Office Surveillance Could Backfire and Cost The Company Billions

Recently, TikTok made headlines for the wrong reasons — introducing a badge monitoring app called MyRTO, aimed at enforcing its office attendance policy as part of a top-down return-to-office mandate. While many companies are recalibrating post-pandemic work expectations, TikTok's approach not only raises serious ethical issues but also amplifies broader concerns about its surveillance culture.

Living

Don't Make This 'Crazy' Common Mistake in Your Home Office Setup, Warns an Interior Designer Behind Million-Dollar Renovations

Ali Budd, president and creative director of Ali Budd Interiors, talks what's important in an office — and what isn't.

Growing a Business

5 Surefire Ways to Grow Your Remote Business

Many people dream of having their own business, and today, that dream often extends to doing so remotely. But what does it take to make that dream a reality?

Growing a Business

Do Unplug Days Lead to Productivity? The Answer May Surprise You.

Unplug Day are days when companies give employees the freedom to step away from their desks, attend zero meetings, and even take the day off entirely. This emerging trend is designed to combat burnout and promote work-life balance, and thus boost productivity.

Thought Leaders

Goldman Sachs Is Making a Mistake. Forcing Remote-Capable Teams Back Into The Office Is Not The Answer — Here's Why.

This move raises an alarm not just for the financial sector but for all remote-capable industries, ranging from the financial industry to the tech sector, igniting a debate about the future of work.

Business News

Want to Go Green? A New Study Says Full-Time Remote Workers Slash Their Greenhouse Gas Emissions By Half

Hybrid employees, meanwhile, cut their emissions by a third.

Living

I Sold My House to Work Remotely on a Cruise Ship for 3 Years — and I May Stay Aboard Even Longer. Here's What My Life Will Look Like.

I was fantasizing about going on an around-the-world cruise. Then I saw an ad that could make it my reality.

Business Models

The Rise and Impact of Independent Contractors in 2023

Independent contractors are here to stay, and they will play an increasingly important role in shaping the future of work.

Employee Experience & Recruiting

5 Ways to Cultivate a Resilient Digital Employee Experience

Employees serve as the cornerstone of any organization, wielding significant influence over its efficiency and functionality. Here's how a human-centric approach, training and modern solutions synergize to create a harmonious employee experience that fosters engagement and well-being.

Diversity

Remote Work Is the Great Equalizer in the Workplace. Here's How It Will Make Your Business a Better Place to Work.

Discover how remote work shatters glass ceilings, empowers parents, champions diverse abilities and eliminates geographical barriers, ushering in a more equitable and inclusive era for all.

Growing a Business

The Future Is Not Just Flexible — It's United. How American Flexibility is Redefining Business Practices Worldwide.

Recent surveys provide a tapestry of insights into how American businesses are a guiding star for global companies seeking to be future-ready.

Real Estate

How Remote Work Trends Are Shaping Real Estate Demands

The shift to remote work impacted both the commercial and residential real estate markets — here's how.

Management

I've Managed Remote Teams For 15 Years — Here Are My 3 Most Important Leadership Lessons.

Effective, flexible leadership and clarity can solve much of the discomfort around remote work. Here's how.