Remote Worker Insights
140 companies answer 6 questions
Learn a bit more about some of the great people who answered the Remote.co Q&As as they share some of their remote worker insights and anecdotes on work-life balance, remote work environments, and more.
What is your personal remote work environment?
I specifically bought a property with a giant room of windows overlooking nature that I love working from each day.
I work from my home office in Florida, USA.
What are the biggest benefits of being a remote worker?
The flexibility. I love being able to go to a café and work there for a few hours each day, then return home when I…
A combination of the perfect work environment and perfect coworkers. In a remote position, I’m able to enjoy my work from the comfort of home,…
If I have to imagine a 9-to-6 life at the office for the next 5 years, I’m confident that this will drastically affect my productivity,…
How do you personally manage work-life balance?
I have a home routine with plants and animals, so I schedule in such a way that I can accommodate my need to stretch and…
Both my husband and I have made a series of changes to flex our work, and to even work reduced hours when our children were…
It isn’t easy from an owner’s perspective. And as a single mother, it takes a lot of juggling. I’ve been in this business for 21…
What tips do you have to disconnect when working remotely?
Once you’re done for the day, really try your best to be done for the day. It’s tempting to check in on your work email…
Don’t work in your house all day long. Work in a coffee shop or in a co-working space if you can. If you can’t, then…
Develop good habits and remember that it’s OK to switch off sometimes. Also if you’re stuck on something or you have worked too many hours,…
What is your favorite business book?
The Ultimate Sales Machine by Chet Holmes
I’m not sure I have a favorite, unless you count old standbys like the 7 Habits; I’ve semi-recently read “Decisive” and “What Got You Here…
Reinventing Organizations by Frederic Laloux
Do you have a favorite quote or bit of business wisdom?
“If somebody offers you an amazing opportunity but you are not sure you can do it, say yes—then learn how to do it later!” –…
Structure without bureaucracy is essential.
“The most important knowledge is that which guides the way you lead your life.” — Seneca
Where is the best or worst place you’ve worked remotely?
Worst: Economy class in an airplane. Best: A quiet coffee shop at 6 a.m.
Worst – can’t name any. Best – Hartbespoort near Johannesburg, South Africa during European winter 🙂
My “worst” was also the funniest for me: Jury Duty. They had free Wi-Fi and there is always a lot of waiting around, so I…