This article offers a step-by-step approach, covering essential aspects like self-assessment and technological readiness, showcasing remote work experience, effective networking, and diligent job application strategies. Additionally, it provides practical pro tips to enhance the chances of landing a remote job, emphasizing the importance of a strong internet connection, proactive communication, and vigilance against scams.
How to find a remote job
Initial considerations
EVALUATE YOUR READINESS: Download the “Are You Ready to Work Remotely?” questionnaire. Self-assessment is key.
DEFINE YOUR PURPOSE: It’s crucial to figure out why you want to work remotely and what you want to do. This clarity will guide your job search and resonate with potential employers who value candidates who understand their own goals and working styles
CREATE A PERSONAL USER MANUAL: A Personal User Manual is a bespoke guide that outlines your working style, preferences, and values.
Gaining remote experience
TOOL PROFICIENCY: Master popular remote-working tools that companies you want to work for use. Engage friends to practice using these tools in a collaborative environment.
MEET MORE PEOPLE: Connect with remote workers through LinkedIn, communities (like Virtual Team Talk), and local coworking spaces.
BUILD YOUR EXPERIENCE: Look for short-term (or even long-term) remote gigs on Upwork, Freelancer, or Fiverr to build your resume. Click HERE for a complete list of online websites where you can find remote work.
TAKE A REMOTE WORKSHOP: Collaboration Superpowers offers numerous workshops to help you improve your skills and impress any employer with your remote prowess. Join us!
Building your brand
SEARCH YOURSELF: Search yourself online to see what comes up. When looking for a remote job, that’s probably one of the first things an employer will do.
CRAFT YOUR PITCH: Articulate your value in various formats – from a few words to a video montage. Use your strengths creatively.
ONLINE PRESENCE: Use social media, especially LinkedIn, to showcase your skills and value. Consider maintaining a personal blog, podcast, or publishing articles on LinkedIn.
SHOWCASE YOUR POTENTIAL: If you lack direct experience, emphasize your self-awareness and the steps you’ve taken to prepare for remote work. FlexJobs offers an excellent article on “How to Show Remote Work Experience on Your Resume.“
Networking and Job Search
ENGAGE YOUR NETWORK: Reach out to your contacts. Remember, you don’t need many contacts, just the right ones.
DAILY JOB SEARCHES: Looking for work can be a full-time job itself. Be diligent. Set goals. Do something that moves the ball forward every day.
Where to Look
Collaboration Superpowers keeps a LONG list of remote job sites HERE. Some of the more popular, most reliable ones are:
Additional remote job resources
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