Maria Dahlquist
Maria Dahlquist used to rise in the wee hours each morning to arrive by 5:30 a.m. at a job she hated.
Hannah Danner
Hannah Danner likes a challenge. As a Mass Communications major at Benedictine College in Atchison, she focused in the areas of journalism, photography, and graphic design. She’s naturally drawn to opportunities that stretch her creative skills, keen eye, and command of language.
Amanda Pounds
Amanda Pounds didn’t intend to wind up back home. Following high school, she began her journey at Kansas State University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in business and finance, with a plan to see what doors might open in places other than her hometown of Beloit in North Central
Rachel Heinen
Rachel Heinen’s first assignment toward earning her Remote Work Certification was a simple one: Set up a home office and make it a place you want to work every day.
Amber Hernandez
Sometimes, you get an idea in your head and you just can’t shake the thought.
Melissa Rickford
As parents try their best to balance career and family, they can find themselves at a crossroads. A place of impasse where the two worlds never seem to be in sync, but in opposition with one another. It’s a familiar push and pull for professionals in a modern world, and
Toni Standley
Sometimes, you come to a point in your professional life where you truly think, “I just can’t do this anymore.”
Grace Hammer
When Grace Hammer earned her agribusiness degree from Kansas State University in 2017, she knew her ultimate goal was to live and work in western Kansas.
Scott Sproul
For years, the answer to the question of rural economic development was a single strategy: Recruit a company to the community. The strategy may have offered a seed of development, but long term growth could be stunted if an industry suffered a downtown, or a talent pool was difficult to
Stephen Forbes
As Stephen Forbes’ senior year at Kansas State University approached, the computer science major didn’t have a strong idea of what type of career he wanted to pursue. He had some experience with server management and IT, but lacked a sense of just where he belonged.
Matthew James
One could argue that Matthew James has done things a bit out of order.
Nicole Godek
Nicole Godek began working remotely long before anyone ever uttered “Zoom” or worried about Wi-fi capability for a home office. But working remotely was the obvious choice for the graphic designer when she returned to Gove County in Northwest Kansas more than 13 years ago.
Stuart Schmidt
For generations, Stuart Schmidt’s family has worked and cared for the land in Smith County.
Emily Reed
For Emily Reed, mornings used to mean rising early to dress up, jumping in the car, and heading down the road for a 30-minute commute.
“Does Working Remotely Mean I’ll Make More Money?”
Living in a smaller town has many benefits, not the least of which is the lower cost of living. Your smaller community is exactly what you’re looking for in a home, and it’s inexpensive to live there, which is becoming increasingly important in a quickly inflating world. The only thing
Be a Career Woman and a Stay-At-Home Mom
People are sometimes hindered from finding their dream job by their location and stage of life. But neither of these have to affect you anymore. With remote positions, you can work from anywhere, receive the necessary training, and continue to be a stay-at-home mom without having to give up your
Don’t Give Up Being a Parent to Work.
Would you rather be driving for hours a day or spending quality time with your little ones? You’d want to spend time with your kids – obviously! But you still want a rewarding career you’re passionate about. Now, you can have both! With remote opportunities, you’ll have the flexibility and
How Working Remotely Will Empower You
You’re looking for a change. Whether you’ve been at the same job for years or are trying to find the right career fit, a remote job could be the solution you’re looking for. With the obvious perks like not having to leave the house to go to work and a
Remote Employee Life Hacks
Working from home can be the ideal option for many people, but it can be easy to get distracted. These life hacks will help keep you on track to get the most out of your remote workday.
Why Work with Rural & Remote?
Maybe you’ve lived in the same community for years and can’t imagine leaving. Or you recently moved to a small town to escape the busyness of city life. Either way, your city has everything you love – except for your dream job. Now, you don’t have to decide between living
How to Nail Your Remote Interview
Congratulations, you have landed your first remote job interview! While there are a lot of similarities to a traditional job interview, there are some things that are different that you will want to think through as you prepare. Below are several unique areas you should consider as you prepare for
Must Haves for Remote Work
There are a few essential things that you must have if you are going to be a successful remote employee. Below is a list of our “must haves” for being set up for success in your remote work vocation. • Good internet. You need reliable, good internet at home. This
Setting Up Your Home Office
Not everyone has a spare bedroom they can use for a home office. Whether you do or don’t, it’s critical to identify a quiet place in your home that you can control during working hours. Some remote jobs have really relaxed work environments, others require a quiet space to have
Best Practices for a Successful Video Call
An essential requirement of remote work is video calls. This tool allows you to meet “face-to-face” with team members, connect personally with clients, and maintain a personal touch as you’re working with people from all over the country. While video calls are great for business, many people can think of
The Benefits of Working Remotely
When you hear the phrase “remote work”, you might immediately think of telemarketing, network marketing schemes, or spammy ads you’ve seen on the side of the road promising to make you rich quickly overnight.
Is Remote Work Right for You?
You’ve read about the benefits of remote work, you’ve heard from people who work remotely and love it, and you’re ready to see if remote work could work for you. Before you begin filling out dozens of online job applications, however, it’s important to really nail down whether or note