Productivity is essential when we want to advance our remote working career. However, fixating on productivity can lead to productivity anxiety, which can affect the quality of your output. What is Productivity Anxiety? Productivity anxiety is feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to be continuously productive, which can lead to…
Nov
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Nov
24
One of the most common problems that remote workers face is cultural differences. Sure, many of us are familiar with Western culture and norms, but nothing fully prepares you for working directly with a Western boss or team. This can make communicating with a global team challenging, as we don’t…
Nov
22
Many workers struggle with balancing enjoying life and preparing for the future. With how uncertain the current economic situation in the Philippines is, saving money seems to be the wiser choice. However, this begs the question: what’s the point of working forty or more hours a day if you can’t…
Nov
22
Want to legitimize your remote working or freelancing gig? Registering your business name at the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is a must. Registering your practice provides legal recognition, protection, and exclusive use of your business name in your specified location. Moreover, a registered business name gives you credibility…
Nov
21
Just because you’re working online doesn’t mean you won’t get to interact with your boss and co-workers anymore. Attending several virtual meetings remains a part of your day. So much so that some think it’s adversely affecting workplace productivity. Then there’s Halloween, Christmas, and other parties, especially now that we’re…
Nov
21
Nowadays, lots of Filipinos earn decent incomes through online jobs. Even those in the province can earn similar salaries to their city-based counterparts. Some even earn enough that they actually have excess cash. So, a good problem arises — what do you do will all your extra money? Instead of…
Nov
20
As the world returns to normal, many CEOs are now requiring their employees to return to the office again. They reason that working from home isn’t “real work” and isn’t as productive as working in an office. However, many employees are resisting the return to office policy. After almost two…
Nov
20
There are hundreds of online job opportunities for Filipinos today. You can find clients on job board sites, LinkedIn, and even social media. It should be easy to land clients today, right? Not exactly. A lot of Filipinos still have a hard time finding the right ones. Fortunately, there’s a…
Nov
17
It has been said time and time again that working remotely has several benefits. This rings true, especially for parents. They can now take care of their kids without leaving the workforce. However, many parents worry about the effects of remote work on their careers. Let’s take a closer look…
Nov
15
More than ever, Americans are outsourcing remote talents from the Philippines for their operations. Many Westerners prefer working with Filipinos because of our cultural fit and strong English proficiency. So there are a lot of online opportunities up for grabs! However, some still fail to get the job because their…