20 In demand Skills for remote work

1. Copywriting:

- Craft compelling messages remotely.

2. Social Media Marketing/Management:

- Manage brands online.

3. Content Creation:

- Create digital content.

4. Digital Marketing:

- Strategize online marketing.

5. SEO (Search Engine Optimization):

- Optimize for visibility.

6. Software Development / Computer Programming:

- Code for various projects.

7. Web Design:

- Design visually appealing websites.

8. Web Development/Front End Development:

- Develop websites.

9. iOS/Android Development:

- Code for mobile apps.

10. Graphic Design:

- Create visual assets.

11. UI Design (User Interface Design):

- Craft user interfaces.

12. UX Design (User Experience Design):

- Enhance user experiences.

13. Photography & Videography:

- Capture visual content.

14. Blogging:

- Establish as a trusted source.

15. Teaching:

- Educate remotely.

16. Digital Sales:

- Master online sales.

17. Digital Customer Service/Support:

- Provide support online.

18. Virtual Administration (VA):

- Assist remotely.

19. Data Science:

- Analyze data remotely.

20. Accounting:

- Manage finances remotely.

Job Search:

Remote-Only Job Boards:

1. FlexJobs:

- Over 20,000 remote job postings.

2. Arc:

- Remote job board for developers.

3. Remote.co:

- Hand-curated remote job list.

4. JustRemote:

- Covers various job verticals.

5. Virtual Vocations:

- Features telecommuting positions.

Tech-Related Job Boards:

1. PowerToFly:

- Matches women in tech with remote jobs.

2. Landing Jobs:

- Curated tech job listings with remote options.

3. Authentic Jobs:

- Focus on web professionals.

4. Dribbble:

- Jobs listing for freelance web designers.

5. AngelList:

- Source for startup job listings.

6. Career Vault:

- Tracks over 1800 companies with remote jobs.

Freelance and Contract Jobs:

1. Toptal Business:

- Connects business consultants with freelance engagements.

2. Fiverr:

- Platform for freelance gigs.

3. Upwork:

- Features freelance remote job listings.

4. Freelancer.com:

- "The World’s Largest Outsourcing Marketplace."

5. FreelancerMap.com:

- Searches IT projects for remote freelancers.

6. Gun.io:

- Freelance platform for web developers.

General Interest Job Sites:

1. The Muse:

- User-friendly job searching interface.

2. Indeed:

- Robust job search engine with over 2,000 remote job listings.

3. Career Builder:

- Largest online employment website in the U.S.

4. Idealist:

- Nonprofit job board with hundreds of remote listings worldwide.

Bonus Section: How to Build a Remote Team:

1. Determine The Remote Team’s Structure:

- Decide on the structure that suits your business.

- Explore resources on The Muse and Indeed.

2. Recruit Carefully:

- Hire candidates with excellent communication skills.

- Tailor recruitment on Idealist and Indeed for remote roles.

3. Provide Clear Guidelines And Set Expectations:

- Outline expectations for remote teams.

- Use resources on The Muse and Indeed for remote team management.

4. Use Time Tracking:

- Employ time tracking for remote accountability.

- Explore tools on The Muse and Indeed.

5. Use Reliable Communication Methods:**

- Set up reliable communication channels.

- Utilize platforms suggested on The Muse and Indeed.

6. Supply The Tools Your Remote Team Needs:

- Provide necessary tools for efficient remote work.

- Explore resources on The Muse and Indeed.

7. Engage Your Team Regularly:

- Foster engagement through regular communication.

- Use platforms suggested on The Muse and Indeed.

8. Invest In Your Team’s Development:

- Provide ongoing training and development.

- Explore resources on The Muse and Indeed.

9. Foster A Healthy Team Spirit:

- Promote team spirit through regular activities.

- Find ideas on team building on The Muse and Indeed.

Closing:

- Thank you for tuning in to Life Upgrade Podcast. Master remote skills, explore opportunities, and build a successful career. Stay tuned for more insights!

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