Toni Standley

Sometimes, you come to a point in your professional life where you truly think, “I just can’t do this anymore.”
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 find.
Matthew James

One could argue that Matthew James has done things a bit out of order.
“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 that could make this financial […]
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.
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 your interview. Wicked dependable internet. […]
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 is a non-negotiable for remote […]
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 calls and do your work. […]
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 a time when they had […]
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 remote work is a good […]