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8 easy steps to apply for a remote job in 2020
By We can see how the remote work is keeping the economy churning during the complete lock down in pandemics like Covid-19. The demand for virtual work skyrocketed during the corona outbreak. Apart from being a band-aid during this crucial time. Working remotely from home is the hottest trend in 2020. Many of us are turning towards a virtual job. In recent studies, a major percentile of earners is working remotely from home and this curve is expected to keep on rising.
Many years back, when a friend of mine acquainted me with the virtual work. I was just amazed by the fact that I don’t need to do 9 am to 5 pm job. I could finally say goodbye to office politics, long boring working hours with zero efficiencies and a pending backache. The idea of sitting at home, earning some cash while catering to the needs of my children. It was a complete package for a single mother like me. Furthermore, I can finally balance between family and work.
But it is not a miracle drug for every joint problem you have. Especially, when you are new in the market. When I first started, the journey was not easy. I had to face dry spells, low paying jobs, and cranky clients.
De-coding the basics of work-from-home before you start hunting
Before, I could start working from my couch full-time. I had to know my parameters. These were the questions, I asked myself!
- What is a virtual job?
- How to work remotely?
- How to find remote jobs?
- Should I do 100% remote work, partially remote work, or just go for the option of remote work available.
- How to prevent potential dry spells in my career?
Because every job is not meant to be done remotely. You can not drive a taxi from home, right! But maybe we can do that in the future! Who knows! That’s why you need a basic concept of how to work remotely.
Apart from that, jobs that mainly depend upon technology, laptop, and the internet. That’s where you should turn your ride too.
For myself, I brainstormed through a couple of options. Like I could be a content manager, ghostwriter, copywriter or a virtual tutor, etc.
Before you start, always define your outlines.
Here are some virtual jobs for remoter to apply for. Start with baby steps and work this weekend!
- Vocational tutor
- Data Analyst
- HR Manager
- Copywriter
- Legal Assistant
- QA Testing
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Software Development
- Marketing Manager
- Online editor
- Project Manager
- Remote Health care job
- Online Virtual Assistant
- Communications Manager
- Graphic Designer
- Resume Writer
- Business process consultant
- Senior Medical Writer
- Strategic Account Manager
- Customer Service
- UX Designer
Brainstorm these handwritten notes to chase your dream virtual job
Embark on the hunt by approaching the rightful platform or companies. Make a strong resume because the competition for a remote job is higher in this global hub.
As a frontline warrior, you need resilience and patience; because no company will rush to pour into your empty glass.
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Always ask your superior for a remote job
Isn’t it useless to ask your employer for a remote job? Because your company doesn’t offer virtual jobs. Otherwise you wouldn’t be thinking of leaving behind your post.
This is nothing but a big misunderstanding.
Due to globalization and technology up-gradation, traditional companies do have such spots. So, the start of by asking your manager.
I want every newbie freelancer to take this step without fidgeting. It will save you from starting all over again.
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Are there Companies that hire remote workers?
Various companies post for home-based jobs. I will tell you to know that in a minute.
Before applying for remote jobs and signing the contract, know what your company wants from you. There are some occasions where you might have to do a regular desktop. That’s why to take your time when reading the contract terms and conditions.
- Basecamp
- Fire Engine RED
- Lullabot
- CafeMedia
- UnitedHealth Group
- Intuit
- TranscribeMe
- Dell
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Sign-up!
I have been doing remote work for many years. That’s why I can say with confidence that these are the best sites to spark your career in the virtual world.
Make your account and apply for remote jobs!
Whatever you are looking for, you can find it right here.
- Flexjobs:
- AngelList
- Hubstaff Talent
- Pangian
- com
- WeWorkRemotely
- co
- Jobspresso
- Remotive
- SolidGigs
- Skip the Drive
- Working Nomads
- Jobspresso
- Virtual Vocations
- The Muse
- CloudPeeps
- Outsourcely
- Workew
- 100 Telecommute Jobs
- Remotees
- Remote4Me
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Email your resume to a paper agency, blog site or magazine
You can apply for a part-time job in any local or international newspaper agency. For this purpose, you will have to make a strong resume. And, as proof, attach your best piece of writing. Furthermore, if you are a trend reader and have a deep insight into what people are interested in reading? This might be just the job for you.
You may start as a volunteer to develop the agency’s trust in your writing skills. And there is a high probability that you will be hired as a full-time worker with a handsome salary.
Apply when the following post vacancies are at any online newspapers or magazine agencies:
- Managing Editor
- Colum writer
- Proofreading job
- Editor
These are the most reliable sites to apply for remote jobs:
- Al-Jazeera English
- Tumbler
- Dawn Newspaper
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Set up your classroom
You can use the e-learning tool as a base to kick-start your career. It’s becoming increasingly popular among students to attend e-lectures and online sessions.
Technology is replacing the old, traditional tuition system. Even if you are a student, you can be a part of the virtual teachers’ community. So, why not go for it?
I have had a very good experience with this method. At the start, I did have trouble looking for students. So, for a few months, I had to give free lectures online. But with time, I starting having more and more students. And at that time, I put the tabs on my online sessions.
And it is one of the main sources of income for me.
I always use the Zoom app to give online lectures. It’s my favorite because I have been using it for a long time. And it is perfectly designed to promote online learning.
- It is free of cost
- Up to 100 students can be accommodated in one session
- Each session lasts for 40 minutes. That is enough to complete one topic.
- You can share the link with your students
- You can share the screen and so on.
If you want to use other apps. You can give these a trail!
- Genext Students
- Tutree
- Everly
- Chegg Tutors.
- Flipclass
- com
- Vidyanext
- Qriyo
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Can you write research-based articles? If yes, sell your articles now!
Writing a research-based article specific to any line of study such as pathology, biochemistry or physiology, etc. is not an easy job.
Sadly, I cannot do it. Back in time when I was doing my doctorate. I asked my colleague to write me an article. Of course, I gave the data and statistics by myself.
In the nutshell, the market is full of people willing to buy your articles. And you can easily find them in your social circle.
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Voice your story; start writing your blog!
A blog is a platform to share your stories and experience. And it’s the best way to de-stress while influencing your readers.
It is always a fulfilling experience for me. Whenever I receive a response from my reader saying that my story helped them overcome their problems.
If you are a good writer and know how to write meaningful life lessons. Start by blogging!
It’s better to own a professional-looking website. It will help to increase your site rating. This will, in turn, increase your daily income.
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Good at makeup, why not give YouTube a shot?
I love makeup and I love to watch makeup videos. But I am not good at it. So, I can never think of being a makeup artist YouTuber. But if you have a bubbly personality and your makeup skill is at a professional level. You can build videos around any trending single topic and reformat the existing content. Frequently engage with your audience and promote your channel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. This way you can do paid brand promotion and earn extra cash apart from your main channel.