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 have a dedicated home office that contains my standing desk, computer, other hardware, and bookshelves. It’s painted a lively, energetic color (yellow) and there…

I have a treadmill desk (which I love!) and an office with plenty of light.

View some examples in this video highlighting what life is like for remote workers at Dell.

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What are the biggest benefits of being a remote worker?

You are able to have the freedom to work on your own time, and you also don’t have to deal with a commute!

Never having to disconnect from family.

One of the biggest benefits is the flexibility it offers. It allows workers to strike a balance between work, family, and other responsibilities.

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How do you personally manage work-life balance?

I take some time every morning to go running with my girlfriend. I organize different fun activities during the weekends.

Being part of a remote team has made work-life balance a much easier thing to accomplish. I make sure that my down time is preserved…

I usually work Thursdays from home which allows me to take my kids to school, coach my kids basketball team and feel more connected with…

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What tips do you have to disconnect when working remotely?

I make time to exercise daily. I do ten miles on my bike each day at sunset on a bike trail near my house. I…

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,…

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…

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What is your favorite business book?

The latest fad book that overly simplifies very hard problems 🙂

“From good to great” by Jim Collins

‘What Got You Here Won’t Get You There” Mark Reiter, “The Design of Everyday Things” Donald A Norman, “Lean In” Sheryl Sandberg, “Spark” John J…

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Do you have a favorite quote or bit of business wisdom?

“Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” (Earl Nightingale)

“If it’s not a little scary, it’s not worth doing!”

When you really listen to another person from their point of view, and reflect back to them that understanding, it’s like giving them emotional oxygen.…

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