In a shift that’s analogous to the movement toward cloud computing, work is changing from a place to a network armed with collaboration tools, and this change raising questions about environmental impact. But are we underestimating the green benefits of new ways of working? Read More »
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When we say remote work, we usually have one sense of the word in mind –distant from colleagues. But remote has another related meaning: rural. MacKenzie-Childs is remote in both senses. We spoke to the CEO about the benefits and challenges of remote, remote workers. Read More »
Several surveys have found people are willing to take a pay cut in order to have the flexibility to work remotely. Now, a new survey is confirming these findings –- but with a twist. Read More »
A recent study seems to indicate that remote workers commit fewer ethical violations than in-office workers. But why? Is it simply because there’s less opportunity when you don’t see your coworkers? Or, as some experts suggest, could trust be the key difference? Read More »
The traditional office space is in the midst of its most dramatic shift since it was rocked by the creation of the cubicle more than 40 years ago. These new workspaces create fresh challenges for IT departments and technological demands from today’s workforce. Read More »
What lessons has Chuck Robbins, a senior VP running Cisco’s sales team for the Americas, learned from his experience at a company that was not only an early adopter of flexible working, but also builds a number of remote work solutions? Read More »
Having a healthy passion for work and life in balance can be a big productivity booster. But too often, that passion for work can veer too far into workaholic tendencies, especially for web workers. Here are a few tips to make sure your passion is productive. Read More »
Obviously, the answer to the question posed in the headline is, ideally, no — we’d all like to keep our salary steady when we commence virtual work. But if you had to take a pay cut to get it, how much would it be worth to… Read More »
You’ve narrowed down the applicant pool for a role you’re hiring to two equally qualified candidates. One is a shy, diligent type with an impressively deep grasp of the relevant skills. The other is more of a fly-by-the-seat-of-his-pants type, extroverted and energetic. Whom do you hire? Read More »
Like a traditional first day on the job, your first few times at a coworking space can be stressful and full of questions. Who are these people? How am I supposed to act? How can you settle into a coworking space as easily as possible? Read More »
Think coworking spaces, and most of us will populate our mental picture with freelance designers and developers. But with the idea of remote work gaining traction as a legitimate business strategy for those who favor suits over piercings, is this picture of coworking space regulars accurate? Read More »
What’s the fastest way to get collaborators to invest themselves, or their time, in a new project? Whether they’re colleagues within your organization, outsourced or remote talent, customers and clients, or subject experts you’re connecting with, the answer is the same: ownership. Read More »