1. Get organized. Set up your inbox and create a plan to empty it out at the end of the day. For me that means before I finish working for the day I put emails in one of 3 folders “To do,” “Doing” or “Done.” For emails that I have not had a chance to respond to, I sent a simple email which states, I have received your email and will follow up within 48 hours. Thank you.” I then…
Black and Abroad: Quick and easy tips for successfully working remotely. I’m Black and Abroad and I’ve been that way for sometime. I’m an original “OG” Black Digital Nomad. And I’m also a globetrotting mama who loves to share tips and advice for being Black and Abroad with other people looking to understand how they can work from anywhere. I’ve outlined some best practices for anyone Black and abroad and trying to figure out how to better work remotely. 1.…
Zoom is the new norm for everyone lucky enough to still be working. And for seasoned digital nomads like myself, it has always been a reliable communication tool. Here are some of my best tips to look your best on each and every Zoom call. (1) Raise your laptop. The camera on your laptop is on the top of your screen, so when you are looking at the screen you can appear odd. To avoid place your laptop on a…
You’re looking for a way to escape the office space, but you don’t want to leave your job. You’ve heard about remote work and how it can be a dream, but you’re not sure how to make the switch. You want to make sure that you’re doing everything possible to make yourself the best candidate possible. In this article, we will discuss 10 ways that you can upgrade your resume and land a remote job. We will also discuss some…