April 8, 2024 We asked job seekers on LinkedIn how long they've been looking for remote work. Half said over six months... ? Job searching can be so draining and soul-crushing, but we've got your back with an inspiring success story, one superb example of creative self-promotion, and helpful advice for your next application. ​ Our Favorite Articles ? ? Meet Marta (Marta Puerto's website). Marta was laid off and came up with a fantastic way to promote herself. Watch her Vimeo presentation. ? How to Answer ‘Tell Me About Yourself’ in a Job Interview (The Cut). tl;dr: work out your answer ahead ..read more

Hey there! It's been a while since I wrote one of these. I will really miss Rachel's creativity and sense of humor in my inbox every other week. I'm excited about going along your remote work journey, whatever that might be, and sharing content that inspires and excites you. We've got this! ? P.S. Hit reply to let me what you'd like to read in future newsletters; I'd love to read your suggestions! ​ Our Favorite Articles ? ? 'Office culture' as we know it is dead. Workers have other ideas (BBC) ~ Yes, we knew already! ? Finding Remote Work When Employers Want You To Return-To-Office (Forbes ..read more

By Maja Feher Dog-friendly office in the attractive part of the town, ping pong table, and the gym with the shower, healthy snacks, and casual Fridays - we've all come across those enticing job ads that make most of us want to work for a company instantly. But what about remote jobs? What sets them apart, besides the obvious advantage of being remote? In an era where 'work from home' is no longer a unicorn perk, how can companies exclusively offering remote positions stand out and attract top talent? Having perused numerous remote job ads over the years, we've gathered insights into what make ..read more

Go on ​Remotive.com. Find an interesting company that's hiring right now. (I'll wait here.) Now say "Hi, I'd love to learn more about XYZ. Do you have a minute?" to someone who works there. Do this over and over again until you find a job. -Rachel Our Favorite Articles ? ? ​Finding a Remote Job After You Got Laid-Off​ (Remotive) ~ Good info for anyone looking for remote work. ✨ ​4 Secondary But Highly Impactful Benefits Of Remote Work​ (Forbes) ~ These benefits are highly underrated if you ask me. ? ​How to Tell If a Prospective Workplace Is Toxic​ (HBR) ~ This is so important. Remote does no ..read more

You're back! What a relief.?‍? I knew you wouldn't give up. The quest for your dream job continues! -Rachel Our Favorite Articles ? ? ​Use These New Tools to Find Better Job Prospects on LinkedIn​ (LH) ~ Anything that makes job hunting easier is welcome. ? ​Even Execs Who Mandate a Return to Office Admit That It Doesn’t Improve Productivity​ (Fortune) ~ “This is a watershed moment of innovation of how work gets done, but we’re still talking about the f–king watercooler.” ? ​Introduction to Better Code Practices ​(Mint) ~ Let me know if this improves your coding. ✨ ​The Biggest Change Coming t ..read more

It's 2024!? And I'm looking for suggestions. What kind of content do you want to see more of in this newsletter? More audio or video content? More hard-hitting news or more light and funny pieces? -Rachel ​ Our Favorite Articles ? ??‍? Bosses Want to Work From Home More Than Employees Do (CNBC) ~ You're not the only one with mixed feelings about RTO mandates. ?‍♀️ How to Avoid Taking a New Job You’ll Hate (CNBC) ~ Don't just take the first remote job you find. Find a job that fits your needs. ? Navigating the Remote Work Landscape: A 2023 Retrospective and Predictions for 2024 (HRWorld) ~ "th ..read more

?Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! ? See you in January!? -Rachel Our Favorite Articles ? ? ​Make a To-Don’t List​ (Atlantic) ~ Let this be your guide to creating anti-resolutions for 2024. ?️ ​What We Have Learned About Remote Work​ (19-minute podcast) ~ "It's a very exciting time to observe the labor market." ? ​Research Debunks Argument That Remote Employees Can’t Form Strong Connections With Colleagues​ (Fortune) ~ "Work friends in the study displayed similar brain activity both in person and virtually." ??‍? ​The Biggest Winners and Losers From the Work-From-Home Revolution​ (WSJ) ~ Wri ..read more

Tis the season for holiday song parodies! ? Zoom calls ring, are you listening? /In the room, screen is glistening/ A beautiful sight/ We're happy tonight/ Working from a place that we call home? -Parody of ​Winter Wonderland ​ Our Favorite Articles ? ? ​How to Work From Anywhere: A Primer for Digital Nomads​ (PC) ~ Are you ready to travel in 2024? ✈️ ​37 Countries Offering Digital Nomad Visas in 2023​ (Remotive) ~ We added two new countries to the list! ? ​6 Quick Ways To Keep Your Resume Fresh For 2024​ (Forbes) ~ Some good ideas here, totally worth a try. ? ​Type All Day, Toast All Night ..read more

In 2023, the number one complaint from many recruiters hiring remotely was I posted a remote job and got thousands of applications. How can I narrow them without losing my mind? Well, we are so glad you've asked. We've gathered some fantastic advice from hiring experts; we'd love to share it with you. Be Specific Several remote hiring experts have shared that being specific in job descriptions can make a significant difference. For instance, suggesting candidates include a word or phrase in their application proves to be a simple yet effective method to filter out those who may not have thoro ..read more

This year I'm thankful for my health, my family and friends, and that I get to talk about one of my favorite topics with 80,000+ of our closest subscribers. What are you thankful for? -Rachel Our Favorite Articles ? ? ​Letting People Work From Home Is Good for Companies’ Revenue Growth​ (Bloomberg) ~ Who said WFH is less productive? Take it back. ? ​5 Reasons To Continue Your Job Search Over The Holidays​ (Forbes) ~ Now is not the time to give up your search. ? ​Amazon to Staff: Come Into The Office – It'd be a Shame if Something Happened to Your Promotion​ (The Register) ~ Despicable. ?‍? ​H ..read more