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16/09/2024

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 & 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞

In today’s remote-first world, climbing the career ladder while working from home can feel challenging—but it’s far from impossible! 🌟 We sat down with Amy Spurling, MBA, Founder & CEO of Compt (a fully remote HR software company), to uncover strategies that will help you stand out, grow, and secure that next promotion—no matter where you’re working from.

Amy shares invaluable insights on: ✅ 𝘉𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 ✅ 𝘊𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘺 ✅ 𝘋𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘥 ✅ 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯.

Whether you're navigating remote work or looking to take your career to the next level, this guide is packed with actionable advice. Don’t let the distance hold you back from advancing your career!

Learn ways that remote workers can tap into growth opportunities and make their skills known with an expert’s advice.

17/07/2024

🚨 𝙉𝙚𝙬 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙣 𝘼𝙄 𝙎𝙖𝙛𝙚𝙩𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙀𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙘𝙨: 𝘼 𝙈𝙪𝙨𝙩-𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙩𝙤 𝘼𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 🚨

We are thrilled to share our latest article, "𝘾𝘼𝙇𝙇 𝙏𝙊 𝘼𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉: 𝙋𝙍𝙊𝙏𝙀𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝙋𝙀𝙊𝙋𝙇𝙀 𝙁𝙍𝙊𝙈 𝘼𝙄," featuring insights from Ryan Carrier, FHCA, founder of ForHumanity. This piece dives deep into the crucial aspects of AI safety, ethics, and the innovative processes ForHumanity is pioneering to ensure AI systems are audited independently and effectively.

As AI continues to integrate into every facet of our lives, understanding and implementing rigorous oversight mechanisms is paramount. This article is a must-read for anyone involved in tech, policy, or governance.

Through an interview with an expert, this article explores how to mitigate the downside risks of AI while still encouraging innovation.

06/05/2024

Stylish Solutions for Work-From-Home Wardrobes: Dive into our latest article featuring insights from Jessica Craig, manager of a national athleisure brand store in Eugene, Oregon. Discover how to blend comfort, affordability, and style in your WFH attire. Whether you're video conferencing or focusing solo, our guide has you covered.

To put together a great WFH wardrobe, we have compiled athleisure store manager Jessica Craig’s advice and some of the top brands.

09/02/2024

Looking to master prompt engineering? Our latest article, "LEVELING UP: HOW TO BUILD PROMPT ENGINEERING SKILLS," is your go-to guide. We spotlight three top prompt engineering gurus to learn from!

Three Prompt Engineering Gurus to Know:
++ Emma Strubell, PhD – Carnegie Mellon University
++Jeffrey Dean, PhD – Google AI
++Daniela Amodei – President & Co-founder, Anthropic

🤖 Prompt engineering is crucial for effectively interacting with AI. Whether you're a tech professional or an AI enthusiast, these skills are increasingly valuable.

This article explores the basics of prompt engineering and its growth. We’ll uncover resources for mastering this new skill.

03/01/2024

Overcoming Loneliness in Remote Work: Expert Insights

Explore our latest article, "HOW TO COMBAT REMOTE WORKER LONELINESS AND ISOLATION," featuring strategies from Dr. Kyle Elliott, MPA, CHES, EdD, a Tech Career Coach and Remote Worker. Discover practical tips for maintaining connection and mental well-being in the remote work era.

Why It's Important:

With more of us working remotely, understanding how to address loneliness is key to a healthy work-life balance.

Read about the causes and solutions to remote worker loneliness and isolation with insights from tech career coach Dr. Kyle Elliott.

27/11/2023

Keep reading to explore remote jobs available specifically to those with a master’s degree. The list is divided into the most commonly earned master’s degrees according to the National Center for Education Statistics for the 2020-2021 school year—the latest data available as of November 2023. Finally, the career projections and salaries are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2023).

Discover remote jobs open to master’s degree holders, including jobs in various industries and sectors with their expected salaries.

23/10/2023

Unlocking Opportunity: Insights from Mackenzie Cottles on Remote Work!

Remote work is reshaping the landscape of career possibilities, and our latest interview with Mackenzie Cottles, Marketing and Communications Specialist at the Shoals Economic Development Authority, sheds light on innovative programs like "Remote Shoals."
Discover how Mackenzie is making a difference:

✅ Managing and coordinating the groundbreaking Remote Shoals program.
✅ Ensuring participants' remote work experience exceeds expectations.
✅ Paving the way for telecommuters to thrive in an evolving work environment.

Learn how remote worker incentive programs can benefit workers and the community and what to look for in a program.

20/09/2023

Unlocking the Secrets of Work-from-Home Salaries: Insights from Chris P Dyer

In today's rapidly changing work landscape, understanding the factors that influence work-from-home salaries is crucial. That's why we had the pleasure of sitting down with Chris Dyer, an esteemed Entrepreneur, Author, and Remote Work Expert.

In our exclusive interview, Chris shares his wealth of knowledge on this pertinent topic. From remote work trends to salary considerations, this conversation is a must-read for anyone navigating the world of remote work.
Don't miss out on these key takeaways:
✅ Factors Shaping Remote Salaries
✅ Strategies to Maximize Your Earnings
✅ The Future of Remote Work

Learn about remote worker pay and the factors that may influence compensation, including skills, location, and more.

19/09/2023

What Factors Influence A Work-From-Home Salary? Interview with Chris P Dyer, Entrepreneur, Author, and Remote Work Expert.

Learn about remote worker pay and the factors that may influence compensation, including skills, location, and more.

25/08/2023

🌍 Embrace a World of Opportunities: Remote Jobs for Bachelor's Degree Holders! 🚀

Are you ready to break free from the traditional 9-to-5 and explore a world of remote work possibilities? 🏡👩‍💻 Our latest article, "REMOTE JOBS FOR THOSE WITH BACHELOR’S DEGREES," is your guide to unlocking a new era of career flexibility and growth.

In this dynamic piece, we've curated a range of remote job options that cater to those equipped with the power of a bachelor's degree. Whether you're a recent graduate seeking to launch your career or a seasoned professional seeking a change, these remote roles offer the chance to work on your terms while embracing exciting opportunities.

Use this guide to discover remote jobs for those with bachelor’s degrees, including those in the arts, business, and science.

11/08/2023

Working remotely from abroad is a highly contextual situation: you, your job, and your new country all present a wide array of different variables. The first choice will be between doing it all yourself or seeking the help of professionals. It’s generally always better to have someone assist you, but that is also an individual choice, dependent upon budget and circumstance. When deciding whether and how to work remotely from abroad, the first step is to try and assess what you do and do not know. For the latter in particular, the list is long.

This guide to working remotely from abroad includes information on visas, taxes, and other important logistics.

25/07/2023

🔔 CALL TO ACTION: STRENGTHENING EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 🔔

Thrilled to share an insightful article shedding light on a crucial topic in the world of work! 📚💼 We had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Sylvia Allegretto, a renowned labor economist and co-chair of the Center on Wage and Employment Dynamics at University of California, Berkeley

In this thought-provoking piece, we explore the importance of robust employee benefits and their impact on workforce well-being. From healthcare to retirement plans, Dr. Allegretto's expert analysis reveals the significance of strengthening these benefits to foster a healthier and more motivated workforce.

Feel free to share this valuable resource with your network and spark meaningful conversations on the future of employee benefits. Together, we can advocate for positive change in the world of work!

Discover how the US lags behind other developed nations in employee benefits and how this systemic problem can be addressed.

08/06/2023

Navigating the Hybrid Work Schedule: Striking the Perfect Balance Including an interview with Shelly Galvin, Chief People Officer and Director of Philanthropy at CBT Nuggets.

As the world continues to adapt, the concept of work has transformed, giving rise to the hybrid work schedule. In our recent article, "Embracing the Hybrid Work Schedule: Maximizing Productivity and Well-being," we explore the challenges and opportunities presented by this evolving work model.

The pandemic has accelerated the shift towards remote work, and organizations are now reevaluating their traditional office-based setups. The hybrid work schedule, combining remote and in-person work, has gained traction for its potential to foster work-life balance, employee satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

Our article highlights key considerations for successfully implementing a hybrid work model. We delve into strategies for effective communication, collaboration, and accountability among team members in disparate locations. Additionally, we address the importance of cultivating a supportive and inclusive work culture that nurtures both remote and in-office employees.

By embracing the hybrid work schedule, organizations can harness the best of both worlds, capitalizing on the benefits of remote work while preserving the advantages of in-person collaboration. This innovative approach allows for greater flexibility, increased productivity, and improved employee well-being.

Get up to speed on the complexities of hybrid work models and find out one company's approach that makes them successful.

27/04/2023

This guide discusses numerous loan repayment and forgiveness programs and how working remotely can help reduce the financial burden of student loans. Through simple strategic financial planning, remote workers can focus on building successful careers while working from anywhere in the world.

A debt-free life is within reach for those with student loans. Read on to learn more about student loan repayment and forgiveness programs.

06/04/2023

Jobs in applied statistics are exceeding the number of qualified candidates in this fast-growing, technical career.

08/02/2023

Policymakers, government officials, and military leaders rely on intelligence to inform their decision-making. Intelligence comprises a collection of military, national security, or political information. However, with so much intelligence available, leadership often has to rely on trained intelligence analysts to help them sift through the important details.

This career is ideal for curious, analytical individuals who thrive in a high-paced environment where the work completed can impact critical decision-making. Continue reading to learn about some top online certificate, bachelor’s, and master’s programs in intelligence analysis and security, as well as some DIY options.

Read about online programs in intelligence analysis, including courses, degree programs, DIY skill-building, and mentors in the field.

03/02/2023

Mentors – Cybersecurity Gurus to Know:
* Dr. Sharon Goldberg, PhD – Boston University
* Dr. Richard Forno, PhD - University of Maryland (UMBC), Baltimore County
* Andrew T. Campbell, PhD – Dartmouth College

Learn cybersecurity skills through online degrees, DIY education, and connecting with exceptional professors.

01/12/2022

While home offices, cafes, and public libraries are the got-to spots for remote workers, this guide explores some less obvious workspaces.