Author Archive: AdminTelework
Pamela La Gioia has been researching and writing about remote work since the early 1990's. She is CEO/Founder of RemoteWork Source, the leading provider of technical and professional remote career opportunities.
Top Virtual Communication Mistakes — and How to Prevent Them
(Updated 8-20-22) Even before the onset of COVID-19, 70% of the global workforce was already working from home at least one day a week. Virtual communication has been familiar to us. And now, remote work is the norm, one that doesn’t seem to be changing any time soon. Going forward, more of our interactions […]
How to Cope With a Horrible Boss
(Updated: 8-07-22) Whether they’re bullies or just incompetent, horrible bosses are one of the top reasons people quit their jobs. Such is life: birth, taxes, and, at least once in a person’s career, a horrible boss. In fact, says Entrepreneur.com contributor Dave Hutton, dealing with difficult bosses is so common that it has […]
45 Winning Questions to Ask After an Interview (Plus Free Question download)
There’s no getting around it. After every interview you’re going to be asked, “Do you have any questions for me?” Whew! You make it through your interview without missing a beat. You’re almost home free. Then, the interviewer asks, “Do you have any questions?” Of course you have questions; but now […]
10 Tips to Help You Master Your Video Interview
Prolonged safety precautions such as continuous social distancing, have made two-way video interviews employers’ preferred method of interviewing candidates.* For many job applicants, however, virtual interviews can feel more awkward than in-person meetings. (* Gartner.com) According to SHRM, the “shared pandemic experience has engendered empathy among recruiters and hiring managers, but new biases […]
Why Your Boss Says “No” to Working from Home
Remote work is more popular than ever, but getting employers on board still isn’t easy. Here are the top reasons some managers are resistant to letting employees work from home. Managers are afraid of being seen as unfair. Managers think working from home makes collaboration difficult. Managers believe communication will be too […]
My 5 New Year’s Resolutions for Working Remotely
The year 2020 is upon us! Happy New Year! If you’re like many people, you’re preparing a few resolutions for the new year. Some might be personal, others may involve your health, while others are finance related. If you’re a remote worker, there may be improvements or changes in this area you […]
Do I Really Need A Cover Letter?
Writing a cover letter is less difficult if you view it as a tool for building relationships. It is your key to connecting with someone you want to work with. Resumes are hard enough. But with a few tweaks here and there, they can be tailored to whichever company you’re applying to with […]
How To Make Money During College (without donating blood)
“There’s an erroneous belief that the younger generation is lazy and entitled, but I don’t think that people understand the amount of pressure we’re under.” CNBC.com Following this article, be sure to Grab our free ebook of companies that help you make money! Are you a college student who worries about money? […]
How Do I Explain A Long Employment Gap In My Resume?
Unemployment can happen to anyone. It’s how you explain an employment gap that can make or break your chances of getting hired. You’re eager to get back on your feet and back to work after a lengthy period of unemployment. But as you craft your resume, you face a dilemma: how should you […]
How to Relieve Physician Burnout–Telemedicine
“Almost 50 percent of physicians, regardless of specialty and work environment, show signs of burnout” Telemedicine can change that. So often, when people hear that you’re a doctor they immediately think, “Wow, big money, big house, country club, and fancy vacations. Must. Be. Nice.” While some of that may be true, […]