What is the best advice you have ever received?
Interview with Shivani, a remote content writer who shares lessons learned
Learn to say no. When I started, I was scared of running out of work and would do every project or task that came my way. It was the worst thing I could have done.
I was often overworked and overwhelmed, and sometimes the hours/effort that went into the work were not commensurate with the fee for the project.
I’ve learned that projects will come and go; my health and time are important, and I need to value them.
The best way to do this is by saying no to things I either can’t or don’t want to take on. It’s a marathon, not a sprint.
Shivani provides all you need to know about making remote work...work. She shares tips on finding the best remote work opportunity and thriving once you get it.
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Interview with Stefan, a founder building a location-independent startup
The best time to start a business is when the market asks you to.
Stefan now has total control over his time since leaving the traditional office in early 2019. Hear how his routine is helping him build a solid remote startup.
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Interview with Molood, a CEO who shares how minimalism has improved her remote work experience
Haha, that’s a great question. I have to say it was from my mother at the age of four when I was crying because a boy in the kindergarten had torn apart my favorite book. My mom said:
Perhaps he was sad or angry about something that has nothing to do with you or your book. Go talk to him and ask him if he is feeling ok.
This advice has stayed with me all my life. Every time I see a certain behavior and my mind immediately wants me to be annoyed, offended, etc. I automatically stop and ask myself whether they have had the intention to hurt me. Most often, they have not.
In remote working, assuming good intention is key for effective communication. Especially because most communication happens in writing, it’s very easy for people to immediately misread the tone of a message or misunderstand the intention behind it.
Assuming good intentions is the one thing that can improve communication in any relationship and especially in remote teams.
As CEO and Founder of Remote Forever, Molood has made a career in teaching individuals and companies how to work remotely effectively. See how embracing a minimalist lifestyle has caused her to excel.
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Interview with Alexandra Cote, a remote digital marketer and freelancer
To help people. Like truly help them with real-life problems. Not business needs.
Too many humans are stuck in the business loop where only profit and growth matters even if it's at the expense of other people's mental health and sanity.
So I've taken this advice to find a more meaningful purpose in life. My long-term commitment now, besides being a remote work advocate, is to support people when it comes to choosing the right career for them and keeping their wellness at work.
Both issues are not often talked about, but it's imperative we discuss them more often to avoid fatalities caused by job burnout, anxiety, overexertion, lack of job security, money problems, and all the like.
Alexandra juggles freelancing, a full-time remote job, YouTube, and Skillshare instructing. How does she manage it all? Find out in her interview.
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Interview with Andrew, co-founder and CEO of Insured Nomads
"Stop for the one." A dear friend and coworker lived by this and told me that I must be willing to stop for the one in front of me to care for their needs, and I believe this is the key to my success.
Andrew, co-founder, and CEO of Insured Nomads talks traveling while working, productivity tools, and the best advice he has received.
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Interview with Saibu, an HR content writer for a remote company
I am a special human being, and I am unique—but so is everybody else—I mean the 7 billion+ people on earth.
This is something that helps me a lot on how I handle myself and most importantly, how I treat people.
Hear how Saibu, a thriving HR content writer, navigates the complexities—and perks—of working with a remote team from Ghana.
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Interview with Kirsten and Jay-Allen, remote team coaches & collaboration experts
Jay-Allen: If you’re feeling overwhelmed or burnt out don’t be scared to stop doing some tasks, and for the tasks you have to do, break them up into smaller bits.
Kirsten: “There isn’t a way things should be. There’s just what happens and what we do.” - Terry Pratchett
Remote team coaches, Kirsten and Jay-Allen, offer three pieces of advice for new remote workers and reveal the one question every remote job seeker should prepare to answer.
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Interview with Marian, a nomadic social media manager and day trader
One day, when I was having a tough time, my twin sister told me:
"Believing in yourself is the key to get what you want."
Day trading & virtual assisting has allowed Marian to see the world—in this interview, she lays out her routine and priorities for those thinking of traveling while working.
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Interview with Tyler, a director of customer success models how to start a remote work career
Don't wait for permission to do or seek the thing you want to do.
From networking to land a remote work gig, to building out an exceptional remote work tool stack, Tyler has quickly figured out how to thrive in remote work. See his tips for starting strong.
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Interview with Paul, a remote product designer who has found his zen
You cannot control the weather.
It may seem a strange one, but it came at a time when there was a lot going on in my personal life, and this advice enabled me to focus back in on myself; to look after myself first so I could look after others.
Control the controllable and let go of everything else.
It was like a weight off!
Related to that is a line from the great comedian Billy Connoly where he once said,
It’s only weather, there is no such thing as bad weather, there’s only the wrong clothes
It’s all about perception and mindset.
The COVID-19 pandemic drove Paul to embrace remote work. See how he has adapted his routine to this new normal, and the one tool that keeps him organized.
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