Blog by Jo Palmer

“It’s no secret why more companies are embracing the virtual environment. The issue, however, is when employers assume hiring a great virtual worker is just like hiring an in-office superstar.

It’s time to stop trying to fit a square peg into a round hole—and start tailoring your recruitment efforts ...

“I feel constantly in motion. I feel more productive, more active, more creative.

I’m living in a new city each month and fitting in camping trips to the Sahara around my normal workload.”

“An analysis of Australian Bureau of Statistics data reveals the number of employed people who work from home has dramatically risen from 20 per cent of the entire labour force to 30 per cent in 15 years.

Now, nearly half of the 3.5 million people who often work from home in their primary employment ...

“It’s a future work model that challenges traditional notions of office based work, and cultures of ‘presenteeism’ in favour of flexible workers who aren’t location bound. For organisations of any size who want exposure to more of the talent pool, it’s an opportunity to find highly qualified and exp...

“Imagine a world where commuting to work is a thing of the past. No more eating breakfast on the run and sitting in the twice-daily traffic jam. With remote roles in regional communities you can start the morning your way. Step out of bed, prep your hot coffee, hit the power button on your computer ...

“I’m chatting to Jo on the phone – she’s at home in Wagga Wagga, having just wrangled her two-year-old daughter to bed. Her eldest, four-year-old Matilda, chirps up in the background intermittently. Jo is dry, no bull and hilarious. She is also the founder of three successful businesses; the latest ...

“Given the overwhelming evidence . . . I’m convinced that allowing employees to work from home is the smartest management strategy of all time. The best definition of a smart strategy in this context is ‘an easily implemented strategy that increases revenue and reduces costs.’ There is one man...

“Interviewing remote workers is much different than hiring for a traditional, on-site position. In addition to the usual questions about knowledge, hard skills and experience, interviewing candidates for a remote position must take into account commitment, communication skills, conflict resolution,...

“Working from home may sound like a dream-come-true for some, but it’s not all about relaxation. Are you up for the challenge of staying on-task while away from office? How can you utilise this perk? What does it take to be a successful remote employee? I asked some of the best ones I know, my remo...

“In today’s evolving workplace, employees are looking for positions that go beyond the typical corporate office and cater to their desire for flexibility. As demographics change in the markets, the desires and demands of workers are developing, and many employers are taking note. These rapid, subst...