Skills are important when you're building a successful remote working career. But they’re not always enough. Connections with key people in your industry can help you make it to the big leagues. After all, it’s not what you know, but who you know that counts. Thus, a strong professional network…
Sep
04
Sep
01
There’s just something relaxing about a cold, rainy day. It makes you want to bundle up in your blanket and eat/drink your favorite rainy-day comfort food while working your online job. That said, it’s not all good vibes this rainy season. Besides the random brownouts and sudden internet loss, it’s…
Aug
30
The world has become increasingly globalized. Yet, the rise of AI does threaten a certain population of workers. Thus, there is a need to counter this problem but how? Enter micro-credentials. What Are Micro-Credentials? In a nutshell, micro-credentials (also known as nano-degrees) are certifications for completing a short course. They’re…
Aug
29
Everyone has the opportunity to succeed in remote work. Even if you have no experience, you can start with this beginner’s guide to remote working and maybe take some courses to build a professional online career. But Gen Z is quite a unique generation. Born between 1996 to mid-2000s, they…
Aug
25
We all want to secure our future. We may be strong enough to work in our current online jobs, but we don’t know what tomorrow may bring. Thus, you should consider applying for voluntary contributions for your SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG. Unlike their in-office counterparts, independent contractors, freelancers, and self-employed…
Aug
24
Back then, it was easier to see the signs of a workplace turning toxic. After all, most people worked in the office where face-to-face interactions are common. And when tensions arise, you can take appropriate precautions to avoid the worst of it. Still, people who have experienced a toxic workplace…
Aug
21
Many say that remote work is the “future of work.” And now, a lot of Filipinos are embracing the remote working movement, especially after experiencing its benefits firsthand during the pandemic. But is it for all generations? If you’re part of Gen Z, an online job would be a great…
Aug
18
It’s never easy to move on from failing your online job interview, especially if you’ve failed several. I should know; I also failed several online interviews myself before I started writing for Remote Staff. There are many reasons why applicants fail their interviews and don’t get hired. Maybe you weren’t…
Aug
11
One of the most common taboo topics in the workplace is your salary. After all, discussing how much you make can be uncomfortable for many. Unlike in the US, the Philippines does not really have a law that prohibits employees from discussing salary with coworkers. Some companies, however, will often…
Aug
11
A new “buzzword” is making waves on the Internet. It’s the term “digital nomads,” which is used to describe remote workers who travel while working. Nowadays, the digital nomad lifestyle is becoming increasingly popular, with countries offering special “digital nomad visas” to further entice and boost their own economies. (Although,…