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Remote Work

It’s not the where, it’s the why

While the whole world went remote in early 2020, I’ve been doing it for a long time. I was lucky enough to have an employeer who understood the value of remote work so that I could take care of my son (who has some sever health conditions).

Hopefully, I’ll be able to do it for a long time, and share the insights and tips I’ve learned along the way.

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Remote work organization strategies

Working at home comes with many benefits, like wearing slippers all day and being your boss, but it’s essential to have an effective organizational plan to make it profitable. These strategies for organizing your workday and environment will help you meet your goals. Strategies for Organizing Your Workday Set a...
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Staying focused while working remotely

A foolproof formula for avoiding distractions Working from home instead of the office means trading in one set of distractions for another. Plus, you need to supervise yourself. How can you stay focused when your kids are bored, and Netflix just added your favorite show? Remote work has lots of...
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12 tips for landing a promotion while working remotely

There are many advantages to working at home, but there’s at least one drawback. Telecommuters are 50% less likely to get promoted, according to a Stanford University study. Other research suggests that this is due to the assumptions your colleagues make when they don’t see you around the office regularly....
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Building a remote culture

Whether you are working remotely or in an office there is always the lingering issues of burnout, isolation, and anxiety. Establishing a culture that acknowledges and recognizes this allows for a more productive and fulfilling work environment. There are no single players in a team sport. Workplace leaders need to...
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How to make the most out of working from home

Working from home is becoming much more common. On the surface, it sounds ideal. You can work in your robe while you talk to your dog. You might even have your favorite movie on in the background. Your boss can’t even track your internet time! But working from home has...
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Managing video meetings: How to avoid collaboration fatigue

2020 was a year rife with changes and challenges. Remote working evolved from a futuristic concept into the standard strategy for most businesses. Our in-person meetings and daily chats became video calls and instant messaging. Collaboration tools like Zoom, Webex, Microsoft Teams, and Slack took over the world in the...
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How to impress a boss you rarely see

Wherever you work, impressing your boss is part of your job requirements. You probably know what to do when your supervisor sits in the office next door, but you may need to think more creatively if you seldom see each other. Bridging that gap is a growing concern now that...
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6 ways to set up a home office when you do not have a spare room

Have you found yourself working from home, but where you’ve set up your work center is getting in the way of your normal family activities? If you don’t have a spare room in your home and need to set up a home office, there are a few other areas in...
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Work from home tips that bring success

Working from home comes with its own set of benefits, distractions, and frustrations that are quite different from those you find in the regular workplace. Can you work at home and achieve your career goals? The answer is up to you! These thoughtful questions and informative tips can guide you...
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How to deal with isolation when you are working from fome

Working alone sounds great. No one steals the last cup of coffee, and there’s no boss telling you to get to work. There’s one big catch. Remote workers often suffer from isolation. You may have limited opportunities to interact with others. This can become quite uncomfortable after a while. Before...
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Developer in a strange land. Part 2

Find your routine In a typical office, you are naturally forced into a routine. I need to wake up early, shower, and drive to the office in order to ensure that I am at my desk from “9-5”. Without a forced schedule a typical day can become much less regimented,...
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Developer in a strange land. Part 1

Surviving Remote Work I have been a developer for almost 20 years. During that time I have worked in many types of industries and offices. I have navigated cubical labyrinths and fought for “hot-desks”. But starting in January I began a new chapter – 100% remote work. How it all...