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 Tell An Interviewer You Were Fired from a Job
Getting fired isn’t the end of the world. It happens. It’s nothing you can’t overcome. “You’re fired!” That phrase may seem like just a silly quip. But when it’s you on the receiving end, it sure as hell isn’t funny. In fact, hearing those words can feel like a kick in the gut. […]
3 Awkward Questions Interviewers Like to Ask, and How to Respond
Talking about yourself under pressure is enough to make anyone freeze. Yet, it’s usually the first thing an interviewer wants you to do. We’ll probably never enjoy being interviewed for a job. In fact, three questions, in particular, are at the top of the Most Dreaded Job Interview Questions list. To help you ace them, […]
How To Make Money As A Remote Accountant
Technology has made it smooth to find accounting jobs to do remotely from home. Because of this, entire accounting firms have closed their brick and mortar doors and gone virtual, and new virtual businesses are sprouting up everywhere. I often see this question around the internet: Can I work as a […]
Preventing Teleworker Health Issues
Specific health issues are common to remote professionals. These tips will help you overcome them. In Part One, we talked about health concerns common to individuals who work from home. Among them were poor posture, constant sitting, mindless eating, eye strain, and social deprivation. Remote workers also work longer hours, get less exercise, and […]
7 Elements of an Ergonomic Home Office
Having an ergonomic home office needn’t be expensive. Here are some basic components that can make all the difference to your overall well-being. When you set up your home office, how much thought was given to the ergonomics of your equipment and furniture? If you’re like many people, the initial focus was getting a […]
Remote Work: 7 Hidden Health Threats You Need to Know
It’s well documented that people working from home work longer hours than their onsite counterparts, creating some serious work-related health concerns. As with most problems, however, prevention is key. Part I of II According to Global Workplace Analytics, working from home is a work style that continues to grow at an alarming […]
Protecting the Earth: Beyond Remote Working
What more can be done to help protect the Earth besides keeping our cars off the road? It’s been forty-six years since 20 million protesters gathered throughout the United States to cry out against pollution, oil spills, and toxic dumping which was destroying our planet. Earth Day, as we now call April 22, […]
A Company You Should Know: CloudSource
CloudSource offers opportunities for people at any stage in their career or life. With their flexible work from home schedules, benefits, and room for advancement, CloudSource is a company you should know about. Sutherland Global is a global business process outsourcing (BPO) and technology-enabled services company, employing over 38,000 professionals all over the […]
Memorial Day: Honoring ALL of Our Heroes
One of the biggest hardships veterans face is the inability to land jobs and provide for their families. The end of May is an important time for Americans. It’s a time meant for us to remember the countless brave soldiers who served our country and sacrificed their lives for our freedoms. It’s Memorial […]
7 Summer Break Survival Tips for Remote Employees
Don’t let the joys of summer break wreak havoc on your work. Follow these tips to make this a good season for everyone. Ah, yes, summer break. Warm breezes, dinners on the deck, and– more distractions than ever while you try to work from home. How will you possibly accomplish anything with the […]