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.
How to Cope With a Horrible Boss
Whether they’re out-and-out bullies or just incompetent, horrible bosses are one of the top reasons people quit their jobs. And such is life: Birth. Taxes. And, at least once in your career, a horrible boss. In fact, says Entrepreneur.com contributor, Dave Hutton, dealing with difficult bosses is so common that it […]
Worst Virtual Communication Mistakes (and How to Prevent Them)
Even before the onset of COVID-19, 70% of the global workforce was working from home at least one day a week. Today, and going forward, it’s safe to say that much of our communication will become virtual–both personally and professionally. So, more than ever, preventing virtual communications mistakes should be at the top of […]
Why Your Boss Says “No” to Working from Home
Support for remote work is stronger than ever, but getting many employers to agree isn’t easy. Here are are some of the top concerns managers have, and why they are still not letting their employees work from home. Managers are afraid of being unfair. Managers think working from home makes collaboration impossible. […]
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 […]
3 Reasons You (Still) Don’t Have A Remote Job
Job hunting is hard enough, but landing a remote position can prove even more difficult. Even though remote working is becoming more the norm than just a trend, job seekers need to adopt thinking specific to finding remote jobs. In the past, it was acceptable to blame the job market for being unable […]
Do I Really Need A Cover Letter?
Writing your cover letter will be easier when you think of it as a tool for building relationships. Resumes are hard enough. But with a few tweaks here and there, they can be tailored to whichever company you’re applying to with a minimal amount of mental stress. Cover letters, however, are a […]
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 any one. But how you handle the employment gap on your resume can make or break your chances of getting hired. After a lengthy period of unemployment you’re ready to get back on your feet and go back to work. As you begin to craft your resume, however, you […]
How To Know What Questions To Ask After an Interview (Plus: Free Interview Question Packet download!)
There’s no getting around it. At some point in your interview, the question will come up: “Do you have any questions to ask me?” Gulp! You made it through the interview without missing a beat. You were almost home free. But then the interviewer throws you a curve ball, asking if 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, […]
