I did nearly six years of ice breakers for virtual meetings with my team. Here’s the backstory (and the complete list of the virtual icebreakers we did). I worked at a fully remote marketing agency for eight years. We had a small group of people scattered all over the country, but we made it a point to all meet on Zoom once per week. At…
Working from home has become increasingly popular — and for good reason. Technological advancements have made it possible for many people to work remotely, saving time and money on commuting and allowing for more flexibility in work schedules. However, this flexibility comes with a caveat — having an adequate place to perform your tasks is important for productivity, comfort, and overall well-being. Read on to…
Shifting away from traditional office setups requires a proactive and considerate approach to address potential challenges and ensure remote workers feel appreciated, supported, and connected. By implementing the 20 tips presented in this article, companies can cultivate a thriving remote workforce, drive productivity, and foster a sense of belonging, resulting in heightened employee loyalty and long-term prosperity. Establish Clear Expectations “Setting clear performance expectations, work…
We analyzed 3,920 companies to find the absolute best tech companies to work for on the planet. After all the research, we picked just 34 award winners (less than 1% of our company database). In this report, you’ll find… The 21 best big tech companies to work for (1,000+ employees) The 10 best medium-sized tech companies (101 – 1,000) The 3 best small tech companies…
You’ve worked remotely now for three years. Enough with the return-to-office mandates and the constantly-changing hybrid schedules. You’re ready to build your career and life around full-time remote work… and you need a great company to work for. We analyzed 3,920 companies to find the absolute best remote companies to work for on the planet. After all the research, we picked just 30 remote-first award winners…
Unlimited paid time off (PTO) is a vacation policy that has caused some debate: On one hand, employers trusting their employees enough to offer as much vacation time as they want seems great On the other, people have criticized that unlimited PTO limits the amount of time off people take and allows the employee to not pay out for unused vacation days No matter where…
If you feel like you’re starting a desk collection, this article is for you. I’ve shared a home office with my wife for over five years. No one wants to feel like they’re working in an office furniture store, so instead of cramming two offices into one, we’ve focused on making the space productive for both of us. Right now, our search has led us…
You’re at the point in your life where you’re ready to work at one of those companies with the best benefits that you’ve heard so much about. Enough with the 10 PTO days, return-to-office mandates, and skimpy healthcare. We looked at 3,920 companies that offer great benefits. Here are the winners. Click below to jump to the section that interests you: 2023 gold awards: 38…
We get it. Your home office is becoming a mess. You don’t have anywhere to put those stacks of books — or that painting of a cat playing poker your neighbor gave you. It’s probably time to get organized, which might mean investing in home office shelving. If you’ve landed on this page, you’re probably trying to find the best shelves for the job. Lucky…
My wife, Shannon, and I have worked from home together for five years now. Since 2017. As two people working from home at the same time, we’ve been through just about all of the scenarios. And we have plenty of home office products that are now firmly in our past: folding desks that didn’t work out, video meeting backdrops that failed, room dividers we no…