Finding the Perfect Remote Working Position

The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a huge shift in priorities for both companies and workers. As these businesses adjusted to the shift to remote or hybrid work, they also saw clear benefits from these arrangements, from increased worker productivity to and lower business costs.

If you are new to the remote working space, how should you approach the process? Where do you find jobs like this? What types of skills should you showcase? What types of questions should you prepare to answer?

Looking for remote work with Wavely is easy. We’ll only match you with a company that is looking for remote employees. With other job search sites you run the risk of being inundated with jobs that don’t quite fit what you are seeking—that’s not the case with Wavely, we’ll only make connections for employees and potential employers that are a good fit.

Ideal Skill Set

• You want to highlight the fact you don’t need a lot of handholding or direct supervision. You are the candidate with initiative. You need to show that you are a self-starter who can see a need and then take the appropriate actions without having to be told what to do.
  
• Communication and collaboration are musts for remote workers. Demonstrate that you can use a range of tools to interact with their colleagues, including video, email, phone and instant messaging. Recruiters looking for remote workers, need candidates who can speak clearly, write unambiguously and listen attentively. And they must be able to work effectively with colleagues, no matter where they’re located, to deliver high-quality projects on time.
  
• Ideal remote workers should be very comfortable with using common cloud-based software and collaboration tools and audio and video conferencing platforms.

Video Interview

Most employers may choose to conduct an interview using video conferencing software. This is because it tends to be more convenient for remote positions or initial screening interviews. Since this type of interview is a bit different than a traditional in-person interview, it’s important that you consider a few factors of this format.

Background Counts: The right contrast between the clothing chosen and the wall behind is significant as it maintains the right balance and prevents a person from fading and blending with the colors of the wall. Dress to Impress: Reading the company’s guidance on their clothing regulations can come in handy while choosing an outfit for the meeting. While dressing up, remember to dress from head to toe. It will give you a sense of civility and help you with a good meeting.

Interview Questions

Companies that are setting themselves up for remote workers may ask questions that seem unusual, but they have to gauge how you will function in a remote environment. Here are a few questions you should be prepared to answer.

What is your history of working remotely?
How do you stay focused and on-task when working from home?
How do you stay engaged and motivated over long periods without in-person interaction with coworkers?
What are the greatest challenges of working off-site?
What is your approach to work-life balance when your job is remote?

Remember, when you’re applying for a remote job, you need to understand what sets you apart as the perfect remote candidate—and figure out exactly how to frame those characteristics to potential employers.