Tech advancements and shifting global workforce dynamics have seen the rise of remote work. Companies are adapting, and to be successful beyond 2023, it’s essential to understand how best to manage remote teams. Video conferencing tools like Zoom or Microsoft Teams help foster real-time connections and reduce miscommunications. Setting clear objectives with deliverables and deadlines […]
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How to Create Social Media Content Your Workforce Will Love
According to a report by Statista, over 4.26 billion people were using social media in 2021, and the number is supposed to increase to six billion in 2027. Today, social media has become an integral part of everyone’s journey. The way we connect, communicate, and consume information has been transformed by social media. For organizations, […]
Continue reading7 Tactics to Improve Your Communication Skills as a Freelancer
When you’re miles away from your employer—or even halfway across the globe—never discount how communication plays a crucial role, even when doing remote work. Freelancers make money online while offsite, and even when you’re communicating through a screen, you should strive to improve their communication skills consistently, which could result in better work compensation and […]
Continue readingTips for Boosting Your Team’s Productivity Tenfold
Managing a team can be tricky, no matter how large the team is. Making a team productive can be even more challenging. It’s not always obvious why a team isn’t working efficiently. Many factors can influence how they work — like company culture, communication style and work-life balance — and how productive they are. The […]
Continue readingCommon Remote Working Challenges, And How to Overcome Them
A major shift has occurred in companies across the world. Due to the global pandemic, major businesses such as Google’s parent company, Alphabet, have given their workers the option of working from home until the pandemic comes to an end. Other companies have followed in their footsteps and have transitioned their employees to remote work. […]
Continue readingHow to Create a Freelance Schedule You Can Stick With
There’s a really important part of freelancing that few people talk about: Managing your time. Not having a schedule doesn’t sound like too much of a problem though, does it? After all, you’ve got no boss looking over your shoulder or watching what time you show up at and checking your output; so, what does […]
Continue readingHow to Plan a Vacation as a Freelancer
Cover photo by JESHOOTS.COM As a freelancer, there’s a good chance you’re in need of a vacation more than most people. Sure, there’s the perception that freelancing means you get to work from whichever beach you want – but the reality often has you working so hard you forget what the outside looks like – let […]
Continue readingFreelance Networking Tips – How to Build Real Relationships
Photo by rawpixel It’s possible to get stuck in a rut when you’re a freelancer. Have you ever had that feeling the endless cycle of picking up odd bits of work here and there will never end? Like, your skill gives you something that’ll make sure the bills are paid – but never buy you a […]
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