Working remotely may be a growing trend these days but the rules of job hunting remain the same – you still have to impress your potential employer to win the position. Some people believe a remote interview is less stressful than a face-to-face interview, but the majority of us still get very nervous and feel uncomfortable. […]
One aspect of working on a remote team is the ability to be self-motivated and self-disciplined enough to finish the job without someone needing to constantly keep tabs on you. When managers hire remote staff, they look for self-motivated individuals who are driven and motivated to begin and continue working on tasks with minimal external […]
So you’ve practiced answering questions you might be asked during an interview. What about the questions for YOU to ask? An interview is a great opportunity for you to ask questions of your potential employer as well. The intention is not only to expand your knowledge about the company and confirm whether you’ll be a good […]
Going from traditional bricks and mortar to a distributed remote team has been a win-win for this innovative SaaS company. Established in 2012 and proudly known as the easiest helpdesk software on the market, SupportBee makes online customer support a breeze. We recently caught up with SupportBee’s Founder, Nithya Rajaram, who lives and works remotely […]
Working remotely can be an opportunity to get away from those annoying office antics but you can still find yourself having to deal with a difficult coworker. The fact of the matter is, at some point in your working life you’re going to come across people you just don’t get along with. Some relationships can go wrong […]
We all know that getting a job isn’t just about writing a great cover letter and resume. To succeed in today’s extremely competitive job market and stand out from the crowd you have to be your biggest champion. You need to be strategic and proactive otherwise your unique characteristics and skills will simply go unnoticed. It’s all about […]
Before your interview with a potential employer, be sure to do some research on the company. Attending an interview can be nerve-racking enough, but even worse when you know nothing about the company. Doing your due-diligence beforehand can put you in good stead and arm you with some background information that can be helpful when it […]
Starting an online business isn’t the only option to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of working from anywhere. The Internet is flooded with information and courses around starting your own business online – the sure-fire way to becoming a Digital Nomad, earning an income and having the freedom to live and work from anywhere. Right? But what […]
Millions of people around the world are struggling to overcome the challenges and stresses of work and family life. Nowadays it’s not uncommon for people to be working 8am to 7pm, not the traditional 9am to 5pm, which means we have even less time to enjoy activities outside of work. Maintaining a balance is important to our […]
You will have seconds to make a good impression; a concise and relevant cover email is so important but often written in haste. When applying for a role or sending a CV speculatively to a company, the first objective is to make it through the initial screening stage; the first sift. A fantastic resume needs an […]