SHOULD I WORK REMOTE? ➤ Ask yourself: where am I most productive? ➤ Try working remotely first ➤ Respectful communication is critical ➤ Ability to make independent decisions ➤ Ability to prioritize ➤ Work independently ➤ Local support system
IT ISN’T FOR EVERYONE ➤ Need a lot of mentorship and guidance (junior level) ➤ Need constant collaboration ➤ Imposter syndrome ➤ Socialization ➤ Time zones
SET YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS ➤ Find a daily routine ➤ Define your work hours ➤ Create a daily and weekly To-Do list ➤ Unplug during off hours ➤ Communicate when you’ll be online/offline ➤ Remember to take breaks ➤ Eat well and exercise ➤ Make sure your work is visible
RESOURCES ➤ "Remote: Office Not Required" ➤ “The Ultimate Guide to Remote Work” ➤ “Culture is the Behavior You Reward and Punish” ➤ “How to Find (and Land) Your Next Remote Job” ➤ “10 Companies Winning at Remote Work Culture” ➤ “Another 10 Companies Winning at Remote Work”