Learn How to Work Efficiently

Professional life isn’t always easy, and that’s why we’re sharing our experience and tips for how to navigate work life. From working in offices to balancing work with our family life, we have best practices and personal recommendations we’ve developed through the years.

Whether you want to improve and update your home office or whether you are searching for how to network and find a remote job, we’ve been there! Our professional life and remote work tip guides feature everything you need to know.

When (and How) to Tell Your Job You Are Pregnant: Real Advice

Telling your boss you’re pregnant and figuring out when to do it was challenging for me. Here’s how I figured out when to break the news, and my tips for best practices.
Getting Laid off While on Maternity Leave: Here’s What to Do

I learned that you can get laid off during maternity leave, and it happened to me. I hope this list of tips helps you, if you lost your job while on parental time off.
8 Best Budget Monitor Stands for Affordable Home Offices

Sometimes having a monitor stand adds a whole lot to a home office desk. See the budget finds for this remote work accessory that raises your screen up.
Flexispot Ergonomic Standard Office Chair (C5) Review for a Home Office

I replaced my old desk chair with the Flexispot C5 home office desk chair, and I have some good things to say (as well as a few critiques). See how it’s working out.
Can You Get a New Job While You’re Pregnant (And How to Interview)?

I got a new job while I was pregnant, and handled it like a pro. Read the true story of how I interviewed while pregnant, got an offer, and how you can do it, too.
Flexispot Bamboo Monitor Stand Review: Space-Saving Desk Riser

I tried the Flexispot Bamboo Monitor Stand and it changed my desk setup completely. See how it works in this review about my experience setting it up in my home office.
14 Ways How to Work from Home with a Baby (I Did It!)

How can you work from home full-time with a baby around? Here are the tips I used when I worked remotely at home with a newborn close by. You got this!
20 Quick Home Office Improvements You Can Do Today

How can you improve and update your home office setup? Check out our newest ideas for office improvements you can make when you work from home.
Remote vs Hybrid vs In-Office Work (How to Choose?)

What should you consider before choosing among working from home, hybrid model and going into an office? We list our personal experience, with benefits and downsides of each.
23+ Things You Need for a Perfect Work from Home Setup

We’ve tested the best gadgets and devices for remote work essentials! These remote work must-haves are innovative and will let you travel with your work-from-home equipment.
FlexiSpot Comhar All-in-One Standing Desk Review: Worth It?

In this review of the FlexiSpot Comhar All-in-One standing desk, I discuss the features and size of this desk that make it one of the best worthy investments for a desk in your home office.
FlexiSpot E7 Pro Plus Standing Desk Review: Sit or Stand

Considering an upscale higher-end standing desk for a home office? I review the FlexiSpot E7 Standing Desk as a height-adjustable hardwood surface desk for working from home.
How to Reduce the Echo in Your Home Office (Remote Work Tips)

What are some easy and cheap ways to get rid of the echo in your home office? Let’s fix your workspace echo problem, whether caused by floors, high ceilings or a small room.
30 Questions to Ask During Your Next Interview (Remote-Friendly)

Having the right questions during the interview process will get you hired! Use these foolproof and remote-friendly questions to ask your interviewer to get the job you want.
Overcome New Job Anxiety: 15 Tips for Success

Nervous about starting a new job? If starting a new job is stressing you out, remember these tips and best practices to lessen anxiety so that you can get excited about this new experience.
13 Tips for a Personable Video Interview (Show Your Best Self)

Learn all of the skills you need to excel in a video interview. In this article, you'll learn some of the personality traits and how to sell yourself in order to look professional and stand out!
Morning Brew Business Essentials Accelerator Review: What to Expect

I took the Morning Brew Business Essentials Accelerator online class! Was it worth the price tag? See if I recommend this MBA-style class as a value-add for my resume.
16 Warning Signs to Know before Leaving Your Job

How do you know when it’s time to leave your job? If you feel like quitting your job every day, look first at these valid reasons and warning signs for leaving a comfortable job.
What to Expect Before a Company Retreat (Employee Handbook)

Why are company retreats important for remote employees? Find out what a corporate retreat is, and how you can be well prepared to meet coworkers in person at a cool destination.
29 Desk Accessories for Sprucing up Your Home Office

You may not have thought of these desk accessories that can turn a good home office into a great one! See which simple favorite products of mine have elevated my work-from-home experience.
The Best Laptop Stands for Bed

What are the best practices for using a standing desk in a home office? Get the most out of your ergonomic standing desk at home with these helpful tips.
How to Get a Remote Job in 2024

Why is it so hard to find a remote job? Here’s how to get a remote job right now, with our top tips for finding remote jobs this year.
How to Prevent Frequent Interruptions When Working from Home

Trying to avoid distractions working from home? See how to cut out interruptions working from home, and ideas for preventing disruptions while working remotely.
How to Transition Back to an Office After Working From Home

Returning to the office after working from home? Here’s tips for how to transition back to office working,and how to go back to the office after working remotely.
How to Stop Your Desk Chair from Rolling

How do you prevent a rolling desk chair from sliding around your home office? We found the best solutions for stopping your desk chair from rolling. Here are our best tips.
Best Budget Standing Desk Options For Home Offices

Looking for the best affordable standing desk for a home office? Use our list of inexpensive options for electric standing desks, adjustable standing desks and manual sit-stand desks.
12 Ways Working from Home Can save You Money

Can working from home really save money? There are many financial benefits of working from home, aside from the money that companies save when employees work remotely.
Budget Tablet & Phone Stands For Your Desk

These budget friendly iPad (or tablet) stands are a perfect addition to your desk if you’re looking for a way to always keep a second screen on your desk.
15 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Starting to Work from Home

Why is working from home so hard? The transition to remote work brings about challenges of working from home that require adjusting. If you transitioned to working from home, check out the common mistakes to avoid.
Beneficial Remote Work Trends in 2024 (From a Remote Worker)

Work from home trends are what’s predicting the future of remote working. Which of these remote work trends is making remote jobs a reality for you?
17 Tips for Making the Most from a Standing Desk at Home

What are the best practices for using a standing desk in a home office? Get the most out of your ergonomic standing desk at home with these helpful tips.
Tips for Work-Life Balance When Working From Home

Are you achieving work-life balance in your new remote work lifestyle? We’re sharing the best tips for work-life balance when you work from home or work remotely.
How to Create a Shared Home Office Space for Two

We’re sharing all our shared home office ideas, including how to design a shared home office space for two people and how to create a productive home workstation setup for two.
How to Prepare Productive Meetings When Working from Home

How do productive online meetings work? To have effective remote meetings when working from home, see the best virtual meeting etiquette and tools for remote meetings in our guide.
15 Ways to Network Remotely When You Work From Home

How can you build your network virtually? See tips for networking in a remote work environment, remote work communities, and ways to expand your network when working at home.
How to Prevent Work from Home Burnout

Let’s talk about how to avoid burnout while working from home or working remotely. With these tips for working remotely from home, we share how tips for productivity and staying positive.
The Difference between Work from Home and Remote Work

What’s the difference between working from home and working remotely? People may use the terms interchangeably, but here’s what to keep in mind when exploring both lifestyles.
What Are the Long-term Benefits of Working from Home?

Does working remotely have long-term advantages? See the health benefits of working from home, the financial benefits of working from home and the work-life balance advantages.
The Best Work from Home Job Boards (Find Remote Work)

Ready for how to start a remote job search for your next work-from-home career? Whether you want a remote tech job or a remote freelance job, find the best remote jobs worldwide at remote work job boards.
Best Productivity Tips for Working from Home

Looking for how to be productive working from home? We're sharing how to make working from home fun and how to stay productive at home, with best practices for productivity, time management and motivation.
22 Tips for Staying Fit When Working Remotely (It Worked for Us)

Should work-at-home fitness be a challenge? All remote workers want to know how to stay active when working from home. Here are our tips for a work-from-home exercise routine.
28 Ways to Eat Healthy While Working From Home

Tips for working from home start with how to work from home and stay healthy. You’ll love our remote work healthy eating plan for healthy habits while working from home.
Actionable Remote Job Interview Tips (30+ Tips)

Are you preparing for a virtual interview for a remote job? Here’s how to prepare for a video interview, with actionable tips for how to succeed and get hired. Good luck!
How to Stay Connected While Working Remotely

Figuring out how to stay connected while working from home? Connecting with your coworkers when you work remotely and connecting remote teams is easy!
How to Create a Daily Work-from-Home Schedule

Adjusting to working from home, and thinking about a work from home schedule template? We're sharing how to create a home schedule, with tips for working from home effectively.
The Best Ways to Work from Home with Your Partner

If you and your partner both work from home, you may need some tips to survive. With both spouses or partners working from home as a couple, how can you work remotely and not go crazy? See our checklist.
How to Set Up a Home Office in a Small Apartment

Need ideas for a small cozy home office? Here's our best tips for creating a home office in a living room, or how to make a home office in a small space, small room or small apartment.
23 Work from Home Tips in 2024

Wondering how to work from home for the first time, with the best tips to succeed, stay productive and stay focused? Find the best practices for working from home with this 2024 guide.