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The next installment in a series of blogs exploring the challenges and joys of working remotely. Why start from scratch, when others can pave the way for you?
Communication
noun
This is the cornerstone of...

When you're looking for the perfect person for your role, knowing what to ask at interview to get genuine answers instead of regurgitated interview speak is always difficult.
Good news! With the team at Cleverism.com, we've devised a list of the interview questions to be asking to ensure you're gett...
Jo had the pleasure of catching up with Alexi from Small Biz Matters where they discussed the perks and the challenges that go with running a business with remote team members. You can listen to the episode here and you can check out all of the other amazing interviews that Alexi has done at www.sm...

Thanks to the very generous sponsorship of the Bathurst Regional Council, we will be heading to the Upstairs Startup Hub in Bathurst on November 6th for a workshop on rural entrepreneurship! Drop by and hear about the ups and downs of creating the business that is Pointer!
You can RSVP by booking a ...

Experienced tax accountant looking for a flexible remote gig? We've found it!
Role title: Experienced Tax Accountant
Role type: Permanent full-time (would consider permanent part time)
Remuneration : $70,000-$90,000 FTE
Preferable start date: ASAP
Role outline:

Emotional intelligence will soon become the defining factor in choosing a new team member. Are you equipped with the questions to get the right answers? Lucky we have a free downloadable cheat sheet for you here!
Download our free ‘Building your remote team’ guide here. If you’re keen to find out mo...
From guest author Claire Harris


We love hearing from candidates we have placed in remote roles! Thinking about registering with Pointer to find a remote job? Head to our FAQs page here to see if we are a good match for you!
If you're keen to register, awesome! You can do that here
If you’re interested in working remotely and you're...

"The gig economy, remote work, compressed workweeks. It's clear we have transitioned to an age where workers expect more flexibility. But while "flexibility" has increased substantially, the majority of companies today are either unable or unwilling to adapt to the lifestyle dem...

Are you keen to start working remotely? Maybe you're scaling up in near future but can't get the right staff in your town?
Sign up for our monthly newsletter and get the low down on all things remote work, so you can be ready to take the next step towards freedom and productivity!
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Are you wanting to work remotely but don't know if you're ready? Perhaps you've been out of the workforce for a while, or are up for a change of scenery and don't know where to start.
Good news! There's an e-Course for that! Whether you're a professional looking to hone your remote working skills or...

The next installment in a series of blogs exploring the challenges and joys of working remotely. Why start from scratch, when others can pave the way for you?
Change Management
noun
1. The management of change and development within a business or similar organisation.
If you want you...

We are heading to Cooma in October as part of Small Business Month to present a FREE Remote Working Forum. Please join us at the Cooma TAFE Campus, 66 Commissioner Street at 8.45am arrival for a 9am start. Tea, coffee and morning tea supplied!
Tickets for the workshop can be booked here
If you're int...

It's so rewarding hearing back from businesses who we've filled remote roles for!
Looking for new talent or to transition into flexible working?
Download our free ‘Building your remote team’ guide here. If you’re keen to find out more about advertising a role with Pointer, click here to find out mo...
Gen Z-ers and millennials have been called lazy and entitled. Could they, instead, be among the first to understand the proper role of work in life?

"...Work has become an obsession, and long hours and endless striving something to aspire to. It has caused burnout, unh...

The NSW Rural Women's Gathering (RWG) is an annual weekend event organised by local committees with support from the NSW Department of Primary Industries Rural Women's Network.
This November, Jo will be running a workshop at the RWG on how to make remote working work for businesses and professional...
By Jo Palmer

Bailey Bosch works amid trampolining toddlers and resolves brawls over Peppa Pig books while dealing with corporate clients, but she wouldn't have it any other way.
Remote working gives the Perth psychologist and corporate consultant the flexibility to run two businesses and raise five children, in...

Jo joined Fleur Anderson and Wade Dabinett to discuss the week in Agriculture and rural and regional news, including her recent Rural Women's Award Win!
This listen to the Beating Around the Bush podcast click here
If you’re interested in working remotely and you're ready to take the plunge, click h...
Missed Jo's interview with the ABC following her recent Rural Women's Award win? Never fear! We've tracked down a copy.
