Career Growth in a Remote Environment

If you're only using LinkedIn to find jobs, you're doing it wrong. Here are 10 sites that are lesser known but incredibly effective. Most job seekers rely on the big 3: Indeed. LinkedIn. Glassdoor. But the best roles (especially remote, startup, or global ones) are often listed here: 📍JobLeads → Who it’s for: Professionals in product, growth, design, or sales. → What kind of jobs: Curated roles at high-growth startups and tech companies. → Region: UK, US, Canada, Europe. 📍Wellfound → Who it’s for: Startup lovers, early-stage builders, tech generalists. → What kind of jobs: Roles at funded startups – engineering, marketing, ops, more... → Region: Global, with strong presence in US & India. 📍Remotive → Who it’s for: Remote-first professionals across tech and non-tech. → What kind of jobs: Fully remote roles in dev, marketing, support, operations. → Region: Global (US, Europe, Asia-friendly roles). 📍Escape the City → Who it’s for: Corporate escapees seeking purpose-driven careers. → What kind of jobs: Roles at mission-led startups, NGOs, and social ventures. → Region: UK, Europe, Remote-friendly. 📍Dynamite Jobs → Who it’s for: Self-starters who enjoy small teams and async work. → What kind of jobs: Remote jobs at bootstrapped, profitable startups. → Region: Global, especially North America and Europe. 📍Himalayas → Who it’s for: Clean UI lovers, remote explorers, and async workers. → What kind of jobs: Remote jobs in tech, design, writing, and marketing. → Region: Global – timezone filters available. 📍Jobspresso → Who it’s for: Remote workers seeking curated and vetted roles. → What kind of jobs: Tech, customer support, marketing (all remote). → Region: Global, with strong US focus. 📍FlexJobs → Who it’s for: Professionals wanting flexible work without scams. → What kind of jobs: HR, admin, writing, project management (part-time & remote). → Region: US-centric but with international options. 📍EUROPEREMOTELY → Who it’s for: Devs and tech workers in European time zones. → What kind of jobs: Remote tech jobs compatible with EU working hours. → Region: Europe. 📍The Muse → Who it’s for: Culture-driven job seekers who want to research companies. → What kind of jobs: Curated openings across industries with employer insights. → Region: US-focused. --- 📌 Save this post for later and send it to someone who’s stuck refreshing LinkedIn. 👉 Follow for more such career resources.

There’s an old saying, “Best known” often beats “best skilled.” I learned this early. I started freelancing at 19, managing social media for brands, strategy, planning, execution. Many of my first clients didn’t come from gig platforms. They came from my own followers. This is DAY 5 of BUILDING YOUR PERSONAL BRAND FROM SCRATCH! I had been building my personal brand on Instagram and LinkedIn from scratch. So, when I started offering services, there was already trust. Even today, a big part of my work comes through inbound leads from my community. The point is, You can be great at what you do. But if you don’t talk about it, it won’t convert into work. Personal branding isn’t bragging, it’s sharing: → your journey → your failures → real case studies → what you’re learning In the beginning, very few people will care. But over time, trust compounds trust → clients I’ve met many freelancers who avoid posting online. They don’t market themselves. They rely only on skills. That’s risky today. If branding isn’t your strength, start simple: → document your journey → share learnings and industry trends → write for just 10 minutes a day Start with LinkedIn, X (twitter) Don’t just aim to be the best. Aim to be best known.

Remote jobs aren't dead. You just need to know where to look. Here are 3 ways to find them. 1. 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 - Remote .io - Remote .com - We Work Remotely - Remotive - FlexJobs - Jobgether - RemoteOK - NoCommute - JustRemote - Smooth Remote - Remote Source - Working Nomads Specifically for tech Sales (AE) and Sales Engineering (SE/SC) jobs, check out this job board: https://lnkd.in/ghvkt6dG 2. 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 ‘𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱’ 𝗝𝗼𝗯𝘀 Today, I spoke to a VP who was hiring for an open position that wasn’t posted on common job boards (e.g., LinkedIn). It was only listed on the company’s career site (through their ATS). Here’s how you can easily find these 'unlisted' job postings: Search Google with this: Site: {insert ATS domain} | {insert another ATS domain} “{insert job title}” AND “remote” Example: site:GREENHOUSE.IO | site:lever.co "CUSTOMER SUCCESS MANAGER” AND “REMOTE” Commonly used ATS domains: - icims .com - greenhouse .io - lever .co - jobvite .io - ashbyhq .com - smartrecruiters .com - myworkdayjobs .com Filter your Google search results by post date for the most recent posting. Go to Tools = Past Week (See the comments for an article that sheds more light on ‘unlisted jobs’) 3. 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 85% of jobs exist in small companies, and hiring has been increasing at small- and medium-sized companies. While most large companies are Returning-to-Office, smaller companies continue to hire for remote positions. Many startups are even 100% remote, with no permanent offices. Use these job boards to find jobs at small companies (LinkedIn doesn’t let you filter by company size): - Startup Jobs - Wellfound - BuiltIn Don’t forget to set up job alerts to get notified when new roles are posted! 📍 Which do you prefer? 1. 100% Remote; or 2. Hybrid (there’s no 100% office option because no one wants that) Sharing is caring - if you found this helpful, share it with someone that it could help. 💌 #remotejobs #remotework #remotejobboards

Attention - Career pivot!? It is rather often that I receive direct messages from candidates asking for advice on how to manage a significant career pivot. Changing careers at a mature stage in life is a little like going on a very tall roller coaster - it can be both exciting and scary. Here are some thoughts to consider: ↝ 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Start by assessing your skills, interests, and values. Understand your strengths and what drives you. This self-awareness will guide you towards a career that aligns with the true you! ↝ 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗲𝘁-𝘂𝗽: Understand the financial implications of a career change. Determine how your income might be affected during the transition period and plan accordingly. In today`s environment it almost always takes longer than planned. ↝ 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲: Take the time to learn about potential career directions. Look into industries that interest you and explore the job market demand, required skills, and educational or training pathways. Talk to real people to gain insights! Make sure that you take into consideration local market specifics. ↝ 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀: Identify your skills or knowledge that can be transferred as well as gaps between your current experience and your desired career. Courses, certifications, or workshops can be helpful (and costly). ↝ 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴: Leverage your existing network and reach out to professionals in the new field. Networking can be critical in your decision making as well your eventual success. ↝ 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: If possible, gain practical experience in your new field through volunteering or internships. This can help you confirm you are on the right path; acquire hands-on experience and expand your network. ↝ 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Understand that changing careers may take time and effort. Consider adjusting your plans based on new information or opportunities that arise. ↝ 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁: Resilience on this journey will be critical. Job hunting and career changes are often challenging, but maintaining a positive mindset will increase your chances of success. ↝ 𝗘𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗱𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁: Once you've made the change, periodically evaluate your career satisfaction and progress. Be open to making further adjustments if needed to ensure long-term fulfillment. ❓ Anything you would add? Any questions? ------------------------------------------------- Oh, hey there! I am Dana - Recruiter with a 💡 ☝🏼 Like this and want more interesting content? 🍪 Share if others could benefit from this too! 🔔 Follow me and 'hit' the bell on my profile.

If you still think building a personal brand doesn’t impact your career or business growth — this story is for you. I worked with a client for over a year. When he first reached out, he was barely active on LinkedIn. He posted randomly, never talked about his services, and had no clear personal positioning. One day he asked me, “Swati, do you really think working on my online presence will make any difference to my business?” I replied, “Let me ask you something : when you buy something expensive, what makes you trust the brand?” He said, “I usually check the reviews, company’s online presence, and what others say about it. That helps me decide.” I smiled and said, “Exactly. The same thing happens with your business. When you talk to someone offline about your services, they’ll most likely search for you online. If they don’t find anything credible or consistent — they won’t trust you.” He understood. We worked together on shaping his personal brand - ✅ sharing his expertise, ✅ values, ✅ and real business insights. Slowly, people started engaging with his posts. They began to recognize him, trust him, and connect with his work. And that’s when the real shift happened. Opportunities started coming in. Networking became effortless because when he met people offline, he simply said, “Let’s connect on LinkedIn.” And they already knew who he was. That’s the power of a strong personal brand, it builds trust before you even walk into the room. So, if you’re still doubting whether it’s worth your time, remember this: opportunities don’t come to the best-kept secret. 📌 They come to those who are visible, credible, and consistent. P.S. Just like this money plant, your personal brand also grows when you nurture it regularly. 🌿 🔁 Repost, if you found this helpful. #personalbrand

Want a remote job in 2025? You’ll need more than just a resume and luck. Remote roles still exist (I hire for them at Mixmax, too!) - but the competition is fierce. So if you’re serious about working from anywhere, here’s how to stack the odds in your favour: ✅ 1. Focus on remote-first companies These companies build for remote - it’s in their DNA. Less chance of surprise “return to office” changes. Tip: Engage with their content, learn their product, and reach out to current employees before applying. ✅ 2. Use verified remote job boards Try: Remotive, Remote Source, FlexJobs, We Work Remotely, We Are Distributed. Pro tip: Set alerts so you can be an early applicant. ✅ 3. Go beyond job boards Search for phrases like “async” or “distributed team” Look at customers of tools like Deel or Remote - these are companies built for global, remote teams (we use Deel). Watch for remote-friendly orgs like nonprofits or bootstrapped startups that don’t advertise heavily. 🎯 How to stand out in the process: 📌 Be highly qualified -These roles attract hundreds of applicants. If you’re not hitting 90%+ of the requirements, it may not be the right target. 📌 Differentiate through small actions - Send that intro email - Submit the optional cover letter - Reply and schedule interviews quickly - Send thank-you notes (very few do this - and it is noticed) 📌 Show your remote readiness - Mention remote experience on your resume. - Highlight tools you’ve used: Notion, Asana, Trello, ClickUp, Slack, etc. - Demonstrate skills like self-direction, problem-solving, written communication. 💡 Even how you schedule and follow up says a lot about your fit for remote work. 👉 Remote jobs aren’t impossible - they just require more intention. And sometimes, a mostly-remote or hybrid setup can meet 90% of your goals. Be open. Be strategic. And play the long game.

How to find 𝗨𝗦𝗔 & 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗯𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻, even if you live outside those countries. I get this question a lot, so let me simplify it in 7 simple steps: Step 1: Use LinkedIn’s job filters (correctly) Go to the Jobs tab and use these filters: → Location: type “Remote” → Country: select United States and Canada → Job Type: Full-time → Work Type: Remote This ensures you’re only seeing roles that are remote and based in North America. Step 2: Use the right keywords In the search bar, try: → “Remote Data Analyst USA” → “Remote Data Scientist Canada” → “Fully remote data engineer” Mix in keywords like: • “Global team” • “Worldwide” • “Remote-first company”    These companies are more likely to accept international applicants. Step 3: Focus on companies that hire globally Target companies known for hiring remote international talent: → Automattic → GitLab → Toptal → Zapier → Deel → Doist → Oyster → Remote.com Search “[Company Name] careers” and look at their hiring policies.  Step 4: Follow hiring managers & recruiters Find hiring managers and tech recruiters in the US/Canada who’ve posted remote jobs. → Like and comment on their posts → Send a warm DM (not a cold pitch) → Stay on their radar These relationships create long-term opportunities. Step 5: Optimize your LinkedIn profile Make your profile location say: → “Open to Remote Roles in USA & Canada” Recruiters search by location. If your profile says “Kenya” or “India,” they might assume relocation is required unless you clearly state you’re looking for remote roles. Step 6: Highlight your timezone + communication skills Companies care about async work and timezone overlap. Add something like: → “Work comfortably across EST & PST” → “Strong async communicator with 4+ years remote experience” Step 7: Prepare your pitch Once you find a job that fits, don’t just apply. → Engage with the company on LinkedIn → Reach out to an employee or the hiring manager → Show how you solve their problems Outreach > blind applications. Start your search today because roles are going fast. P.S. It’s easier if you already have a valid work visa or permit. If you don’t, focus on global-first companies or consider freelancing until you build leverage. ➕ Follow Jaret André for daily data job search strategies 🔔 Hit the bell to get practical tips that actually land offers

The brand of the company you work for is not your personal brand. If all you talk about is the company you work for, you’re simply a mouthpiece for it, and it can stifle your individual voice. Here are three ways to develop your own personal brand while still championing your company: 1. Showcase Your Expertise: Share industry insights, trends, and thought leadership content. Demonstrate your skills and knowledge beyond the scope of your company. When people associate you with valuable expertise, they remember you. 2. Highlight Personal Achievements (these can include learnings): Share your professional milestones, successes or where you fumbled and how you recovered and grew from it. Whether it’s a project you led, a problem you solved a skill you honed, or how you fumbled, learned and recovered, your achievements and learnings contribute to your personal brand. 3. Engage Authentically: Interact with your network in a genuine way. Comment on posts, join discussions, and share personal stories that resonate with you. Authentic engagement builds trust and sets you apart. Often times, I see people talk about the company they work for constantly and they amass a following because people love the company — but they don’t know how to separate their own voice. Remember, you can have a strong personal brand and also complement and enhances your company’s brand, but the company’s brand voice is not your own. Let your unique voice be heard.

“I want to change careers. But I don’t want to leave my current job before ensuring I can land my target role.” I've heard this dilemma from mid-career professionals too many times to count. It’s understandable – most people don’t want to risk losing what they have, for something they aren’t sure they can achieve. The reason people don't take such risks is uncertainty. Because the less we know about something, the more hesitant we are to do it. So, here's what I tell people in such cases. There are 3 simple yet effective ways to tackle uncertainty, especially during career change: 1. Small steps > Herculean efforts - Taking consistent micro-steps towards your goal is always better than working on the end goal right away - Eg, if you want to switch to data analytics, take a short course or speak with analytics experts before refreshing your resume and applying to 100s of roles - If you want to start a startup, build an MVP before launching a full-fledged business 2. Calculated risk > Leap of faith - If there’s a low chance of landing your target role, consider finding a role that's midway between your current and target role - Eg, if you want to switch from HR to product management, first find an HR role at a startup (ideally HRtech) and transition to a PM role afterward - This way, you make two smaller pivots that are easier versus one large pivot that’s harder 3. Hedging your bets > Hoping for the best - Stay put in your current role if you have the bandwidth to work on your transition on weeknights and weekends - Make sure you have sufficient savings for the transition period while you are in between jobs - It’s also wise to have a backup plan to find another more achievable role or return to your previous career, if needed ------------------------- Uncertainty is part of all career transitions. The above strategies can help improve your chances of making a successful shift, while keeping your options open in case things don’t work out. What steps have helped you navigate turbulence in your career?   #careerchange #careerswitch #planning

I’ve helped dozens of people land remote jobs. The ones who succeed fastest all do this one thing. They build their personal brand before they need it. Here’s the pattern I keep seeing: Person A: Great skills, perfect resume, applies to 100 remote jobs → Gets lost in the pile Person B: Same skills, builds an online presence, shares their journey → Companies reach out to them The difference? Person B solved the remote work trust equation. Remote hiring managers have one big fear: “Will this person actually get stuff done without supervision?” Your personal brand answers that question before the interview. When you share your work process, your insights, your challenges—you’re proving you can communicate clearly and think independently. That’s exactly what remote teams need. I see this with my own content. When I post about SEO or remote work, I get messages from hiring managers. Not because I’m special (I’m not), but because I’ve demonstrated I can explain complex ideas clearly. That’s the skill remote teams value most. If you’re looking for remote work, your LinkedIn is more important than your resume. Start sharing what you’re learning. Today. The opportunities will follow.