Want To Find Remote First Companies? Look No Further!
Do you ever feel like you need to get away from the office & find a remote job? Have you heard of the term “Remote First” and are wondering what it is?
Maybe you've been wanting more work-life balance because the stress is starting to build up. Or maybe your commute is just getting too long and it's taking up too much of your time. If so, you're not alone!
According to a study by Gallup, over half of American workers telecommute at least part-time. And this is just in the US! Can you IMAGINE how many people are working remotely all over the world? That number is only going to increase in the years to come.
So what does this mean for businesses AND for you?
It means that remote work is becoming more and more popular. And companies who want to stay competitive need to start implementing remote work policies.
So in this blog post, we'll discuss everything you need to know about remote work, including how it works, what benefits it offers, and a list of remote first companies hiring NOW!
What Is a Remote First Company & What Are the Benefits of Working for One?
Remote first companies operate from different locations around the globe & they empower their employees to work remotely. These companies also offer the most amazing benefits & perks out of all companies.
These companies are fully remote. Which means that ALL employees can work remotely — at home or from any other location where they feel comfortable. All that’s needed is good internet access and a computer. That means you can also work while traveling!
These companies are called "remote first" because their work culture and company policies are centered around remote work. They don’t just offer remote work as an option (like hybrid, ‘remote OK’ or ‘remote optional’ companies). Remote first companies believe that by offering employees a MORE flexible and customizable work schedule, they're also increasing employee productivity and creating a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
What Are the Benefits of Working for a Remote First Company?
The benefits of working for a remote first company are many. Here are some of the top reasons:
Flexibility: you have the ability to work from anywhere in the world. Whether you want to work from home or work while you travel the world, a remote first company will support your decision.
Meet new people: you have a great opportunity to meet people from different cultures and backgrounds while working at a Remote First companies. They’ll have diverse, global teams, so you’ll have coworkers all around. These companies usually have yearly retreats where you’ll get to meet them in person!
Minimal supervision: you don't have to worry about managers micromanaging every little thing you do at work. Remote first companies put trust in their employees to get the job done & usually have “asynchronous communication” or “async.” That means you won’t have to be in front of the computer at a set schedule, you won’t be on video calls all day & you won’t be expected to respond to emails immediately.
How Do You Find Jobs at Remote First Companies?
There are plenty of resources out there to help you find jobs at remote first companies. One option is to simply do a Google search for "remote first companies" and search through the career pages of these companies.
Always be careful with the big, popular job boards because these sites will often have online scams which you definitely want to avoid. So, an even better option is to go through *ahem* ME!
“How” do you ask?
First of all, I have an email newsletter that goes out every Thursday night highlighting legit and vetted remote jobs all over the world. I try to feature jobs offered by Remote First companies as much as I can. Sign up HERE!
You can also head over to my site and check out the remote directory now.
What Skills Do You Need to Work Remotely?
They can vary depending on the position you're applying for. Here are some general soft skills (or personality traits) that are essential for most remote positions:
Strong communication and writing skills
The ability to work independently without supervision
Excellent organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
The ability to manage your time effectively
If those describe you, you're on your way to landing a job at a remote first company. *claps hands*
BUT WAIT!
Before you even think about applying, you need to package and present these skills in your resume in a way that's appealing to recruiters and hiring managers.
And you do this by remotifying your resume! You NEED your resume tailored to remote jobs by highlighting your experience and skills in a way that shows you're the perfect candidate for the position. And I can help you do that.
Check out this blog post here dropping you the tips and tricks on what you need to do.
What Tools and Resources Are Available to Help Remote Workers Stay Productive and Connected with Their Team Members?
There are a number of tools and resources that remote workers can use to stay productive and connected with their team members. Here are a few examples:
Slack: this is a messaging app that allows for group chats and private messages between team members. It's great for quick communication, especially when people are working in different time zones.
Trello: an online project management tool that allows team members to collaborate on projects in real-time. It helps keep track of tasks and deadlines, as well as give you updates about what you're working on right now!
Google Docs: this service allows for multiple people to edit documents at once. You can leave comments and notes for other team members, and it's a great way to keep track of revisions.
Zoom: This is a video conferencing tool that allows for large group meetings, as well as one-on-one calls with team members. It keeps everyone on the same page about what's going on!
Now… What Are Some of the Best Remote First Companies?
There are so many different types of companies out there that offer remote working opportunities. Here are just a few:
Interested in working remotely in a great company like one of these that values work-life balance, pays well no matter where you’re from & has awesome perks?
Want to learn how to get your remote job search started & apply for remote jobs in these companies?
Ready to Work Remotely?
The remote first company movement is changing the way you work. I'm so excited to be a part of this change in how people think about their careers! What do you think? Are these companies worth looking into for your own business or career path?
Let me know in the comments below, or send me a DM or follow me on IG. I'd love to hear from you!