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Remote Working: Myths and Facts
Images abound of remote workers working on beaches or in their pajamas. Most of these are inaccurate images of how telecommuters really work. Here are some of the most common myths–and facts–about remote workers. Myth: Teleworkers work in pajamas Fact: Just like their onsite counterparts, remote workers have a destination. That destination may be […]
6 Artsy Companies for Work from Home Creatives
Whether you dream of becoming the next Picasso or you simply enjoy viewing others’ art, you don’t have to commute to a big city to do what you love. Here are some well-established artsy companies that pay folks just like you to do what you love, all from the comfort of your own home. […]
How To Have Work-Life Balance When You Work Remotely
Remote working offers tremendous work-life balance–if you work smart. If you could gather inside trade secrets before embarking on a venture, would you? For example, you often think about working from home but wonder how doable this arrangement would be. Is remote work as easy and rewarding as those beachy images make it appear? […]
Getting Work Done With Kids On School Break
Getting work done during school break is possible. Productivity doesn’t need to come to a halt when the kids are home on break. Breaks happen. School breaks, that is. While these pose a dilemma to all working parents, they create a special issue for parents who work from home. Holidays and summer vacations […]
Where To Find a Remote Job You’ll Actually Love
Having a job to pay the bills is nice. But even better is having a job doing what you love, all while working remotely! If you love to do any of the following activities, chances are one of these companies will have an enjoyable job that’s perfect for you. Love […]
How to Spot and Avoid Work From Home Scams
What’s worse than coming across a work at home scam? Falling for one. I’ve been scammed plenty of times. And I do mean plenty! By now, I can smell a scam a mile away. Right? Well, not always. It seems that the smarter I get the smarter the scammers seem to get. But […]
10 Top Personal Traits You Need To Work Remotely
Do you have the personal traits to succeed as a remote employee? Thinking about this whole “remote work thing”? Be forewarned: Not everyone is cut out for this lifestyle. There are personal traits that are consistent for most remote workers who thrive working in a remote environment. So, before you jump into unfamiliar […]
Gas prices rising? Get off the road!
Even as gas prices fluctuate, gas remains commuters’ biggest expense. What can be done to provide relief to consumers who spend a large portion of their wages on gas? There’s a lot of complaining going on about gas prices. I happen to be one of the complainers. Whether due to price gouging or […]
