Remote Workers

Side Hustle

'I Just Hustled': She Earned More Than $300,000 Wrapping Gifts Last Year — and It All Started With a Side Hustle

When Michelle Hensley lost her husband to cancer, she needed to figure out how to earn an income for her family.

Business Culture

Stop Blaming Remote Work for Your Productivity Woes — 5 Signs of a Productive Office Culture

It doesn't matter if you work from a cubicle, couch or cafe — if the (remote) office culture is broken, productivity will suffer.

Business News

These Are the Highest Paying Jobs Available Without a College Degree, According to a New Report

The median salaries for these positions go up to $102,420 per year.

Business News

Looking for a Remote Job? Here Are the Most In-Demand Skills to Have on Your Resume, According to Employers.

Employers are looking for interpersonal skills like teamwork as well as specific coding skills.

Growth Strategies

Navigating the New Normal

Harnessing the power of remote innovation

Productivity

Wave Goodbye to the 9-5 — 3 Reasons Why It's Long Past Time to Embrace Flexible Scheduling

Flex scheduling is not a one-size-fits-all solution. But if it's something your company has been considering, you should give it some thought as it can lead to happier, more productive employees who enjoy the perks your company offers.

Management

There's a Major Shift Happening With Independent Workers — and Business Owners Who Ignore It Are at Risk

According to the MBO Partners State of Independence Report 2024, the number of individuals choosing to work independently full-time has increased from 13.6 million in 2020 to 27.7 million today. How will you embrace this independent workforce?

Business News

'Not a Cost Play': Amazon CEO Clarifies Why Employees Have to Come Back to the Office

The return-to-office mandate was not a "backdoor layoff," according to Amazon CEO Andy Jassy.

Management

8 Things I've Learned From Running a Fully Remote Company

Leading fully remote teams requires unique strategies, including fostering trust, supporting effective communication, and maintaining personal connections.

Growing a Business

I Made My Company 100% Virtual And It's a Decision I Regret Everyday — Here's Why.

Next year, it'll be 20 years since I made the decision to go virtual. I wouldn't recommend it.

Culture

11 Tactics You Need to Build a Happy and Healthy Remote Team

Despite many major companies forcing their employees back to the office, remote work still remains the preferred option. Here's why my company leaned into remote work long after the pandemic and how you can create a productive, healthy environment without a physical office.

Leadership

Remote Workers Aren't Lazy — They Need Empathy. Here's How to Build Emotional Resilience in a Remote Environment

Given the increasing prevalence of remote work, especially in light of the pandemic, this article delves into the various aspects of working from home, with a particular focus on emotional resilience. It draws from Dr. Emmy E. Werner's pioneering research on resilience and aims to provide guidance to organizational leaders seeking to effectively engage with remote employees by prioritizing empathy and support.

Leadership

Are You Struggling With Any of These Remote Work Challenges? Here's How You Can Conquer Each One.

Here are eight remote work challenges and my tips for overcoming them.

Leadership

10 Ways to Manage a Remote Team During the Summer and Holiday Seasons

Many companies have transitioned to hybrid and fully remote work models in recent years. Here are ten tips to help manage fully remote teams during summer and holiday periods.

Leadership

7 Hidden Challenges of Remote Work — and What Leaders Can Do to Solve Each One

Uncover how forward-thinking companies are turning remote work conventions on their head to achieve remarkable success.