Work From Home Forever

In this episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, we chat with Corey Walker, a social media agency owner and co-author of "Instagram for Dummies" and "Instagram for Business for Dummies." Corey shares her journey from working in a corporate cubicle to running her own successful social media agency from home. The catalyst for her transition was the desire to spend more time with her young daughter, who was in daycare while Corey felt unproductive in her office cubicle. Determined to find a better work-life balance, she began freelancing and eventually established her agency, The Marketing Specialist. Corey highlights the importance of having a dedicated office space at home and setting clear boundaries with clients to maintain a healthy work-life balance. She discusses how the rise of short-form video content has transformed digital marketing, noting the challenges small business owners face in creating engaging videos. Despite the obstacles, she emphasizes the necessity of leveraging platforms like Instagram and LinkedIn to connect with clients and grow their businesses. Corey also touches on the importance of maintaining personal connections and taking breaks to avoid burnout. She shares strategies for managing client expectations and stresses the value of networking and continuous learning to stay ahead in the ever-evolving field of social media marketing. Throughout the interview, Corey provides practical advice for those considering a transition to remote work, whether for a company or as an entrepreneur. Connect with Corey: Website: The Marketing Specialist Instagram: ⁠⁠CoreyCWalker ________________________  Do you love the show? Check out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠official merch page⁠⁠⁠ ⁠on Etsy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support the show! ________________________

On the latest episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, host Don interviews Mike Jones, a health coach, ergonomist, and author of "Stand Up! Upgrade Your Posture and Transform Your Life." Mike has been helping remote workers live and work pain-free for over 15 years. He operates a posture-based practice in Bangkok, Thailand, and works with clients both in-person and online. Mike discusses the importance of an ergonomic home office setup, emphasizing the use of tools like posture cushions to promote active sitting and prevent stiffness. He also recommends keeping a yoga mat nearby to encourage regular stretching and mobility exercises. These practices help maintain good posture and prevent pain associated with long hours of sitting. Mike shares his journey from solely remote work to a hybrid practice, driven by his desire for face-to-face interaction and the ability to help more people worldwide. He highlights the challenges of balancing a global client base and the importance of setting clear boundaries to avoid burnout. To prevent burnout, Mike advises taking regular posture breaks, standing up, and moving around every hour. He also stresses the importance of recognizing signs of fatigue and taking time to re-energize. His book aims to educate desk workers on how to reverse poor posture and improve their quality of life through simple exercises and stretches. Mike's clients, especially those in tech, often see significant improvements in their posture and overall well-being through his programs. He underscores the importance of reducing screen time and being mindful of one's physical and mental health to achieve a pain-free, healthier lifestyle. Connect with Mike: Website: ⁠MikeJonesToday.com Instagram: ⁠MikeJonesToday ________________________  Do you love the show? Check out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠official merch page⁠⁠⁠ ⁠on Etsy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support the show! ________________________

In this episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, we interview Michael G. Neece, President of Our Future Is Kind. Neece shares his journey and emphasizes the importance of kindness in the workplace. He discusses the advantages of working remotely, including less commuting and more family time, but also highlights the challenges, such as setting boundaries at home. Neece stresses the need for clear communication with colleagues and family to ensure balance. He also dives into his company’s mission of building a kinder world through corporate and individual actions. He believes that fostering kindness in work environments leads to better productivity and innovation. His advice includes regular check-ins with coworkers, being proactive in communication, and finding champions within the organization to support you. Neece also emphasizes the value of psychological safety, trust, and empathy in remote work. For remote professionals, Neece suggests using tools like a pocket notebook for capturing ideas, managing time well, and maintaining strong team connections through empathy and consistent communication. Overall, the interview highlights how kindness can transform both personal and professional lives, helping to create a more effective and harmonious work environment. Connect with Michael: Website: Our Future Is Kind LinkedIn: Michael Neece ________________________  Do you love the show? Check out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠official merch page⁠⁠⁠ ⁠on Etsy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support the show! ________________________

On this episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, we sit down with bestselling author Jack Lawrence. Jack, a former family therapist, shares how his career took a dramatic turn after selling his private practice and deciding to pursue his passion for writing. With his debut novel Blood Thorn earning the 2023 Fall Book Fest Award, Jack’s writing career took off, allowing him to work full-time from home. Jack opens up about the factors that led him to remote work, including his experience with virtual therapy sessions during the pandemic and a desire to spend more time with his family. He also discusses the balance between his creative schedule and family life, managing to blend book tours with family travel. A highlight of our conversation is Jack's unique ability to weave his background in therapy into his novels, creating characters with rich psychological depth. Jack’s latest works in the David Thorne series continue to captivate readers, and we get an exciting preview of what’s coming next. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on creativity, work-life balance, and the journey from therapist to award-winning author! Connect with Jack: Website: JackLawrenceWriting.com ________________________  Do you love the show? Check out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠official merch page⁠⁠⁠ ⁠on Etsy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support the show! ________________________

Danielle Cuomo, the founder of Virtual Assist USA, shared her journey and insights on remote work on the Work From Home Forever podcast. Since 2008, she has been running her virtual assistant company with a fully remote team, embracing a remote-first culture. Initially motivated by flexibility and a desire to eliminate commuting, Danielle found that working from home allowed her to balance her professional responsibilities with personal interests like charity work and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Over time, as she started a family, the flexibility of remote work became even more valuable, enabling her to be present for her children while maintaining professional boundaries by setting up a dedicated home office. Danielle’s experience and success with Virtual Assist USA underscore the significant benefits and potential of remote work, not only for business growth but also for personal and family life balance. To connect with Danielle: Website: ⁠Virtual Assist USA ________________________  Do you love the show? Check out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠official merch page⁠⁠⁠ ⁠on Etsy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support the show! ________________________

In our season 2 finale of the Work From Home Forever podcast, wellness coach Sarah Parise discusses her transition from middle school teaching to focusing on moms and entrepreneurs' wellness. Sarah shares strategies for balancing work-from-home life, especially during the pandemic, and emphasizes the importance of self-care. She highlights the shift in remote work culture and its benefits, particularly for individuals with social anxieties or disabilities. Sarah also shares a success story from her 12-week program, demonstrating the positive impact of her coaching. To connect with Sarah: Instagram: @greatdaysbysarah Facebook: Time Out For Moms: Wellness Accountability & Support for Busy Moms ________________________  Do you love the show? Check out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠official merch page⁠⁠⁠ ⁠on Etsy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support the show! ________________________ Remote.io is one the most viewed job boards by remote job seekers. Reach tens of thousands of monthly visitors searching for remote jobs and work-from-home careers. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discover the best remote jobs to work from home.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ________________________ Work From Home Forever will be taking a few months off for the summer. We will air some Best Of episodes and will be back in August!

On this episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, we speak with Rebecca Thomas, a former recruiter turned career break coach, who shares her journey from recruitment in the UK and Australia to coaching individuals through career crossroads. Rebecca discusses her unintentional career path that led to a sabbatical in 2016, which became a pivotal moment for her and her husband. They explored living back in the UK, renovating a derelict barn in France, and ultimately chose a location-independent lifestyle, chasing endless summers between Australia and Europe. Rebecca delves into the challenges and rewards of this lifestyle, such as trading a luxurious Sydney harbor view for the rustic charm of rural France. She highlights the cultural adjustments and the strategic planning required to maintain financial stability and personal happiness. The episode also covers her transition from a high-pressure recruitment role to becoming a career coach, driven by the desire for more meaningful work-life balance and flexibility. Rebecca's story is not just about a career shift but about intentional living and the pursuit of happiness on one's own terms. She shares insights on the importance of daily rituals, meticulous planning, and adaptability when facing unexpected challenges. The episode is a testament to the possibilities of creating a fulfilling, location-independent career and the joys of living a life aligned with one's values and dreams. To connect with Rebecca Thomas: ⁠⁠Rebecca's ⁠website⁠ LinkedIn Instagram ________________________  Do you love the show? Check out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠official merch page⁠⁠⁠ ⁠on Etsy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support the show! ________________________ Remote.io is one the most viewed job boards by remote job seekers. Reach tens of thousands of monthly visitors searching for remote jobs and work-from-home careers. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discover the best remote jobs to work from home.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ________________________

As we wind down season two of the Work From Home Forever podcast for the summer, we will bring you some of our favorite episodes from seasons one and two. In this Best Of episode, we want to replay our original episode with Maria Healey. Maria has a great story about how the pandemic forced her to rethink priorities and how she sought out remote work and is thriving in a fully remote environment. ________________________  Maria Healey shares her journey from being a stay-at-home mom to working in various industries, including gaming and employment law, before finding success in remote work. Maria discusses her background, including her experience in the gaming industry and her transition to remote work due to the COVID-19 pandemic. She emphasizes the importance of flexibility and networking in finding remote opportunities, highlighting her use of platforms like LinkedIn and Facebook groups. As an "ex-introvert," Maria shares how she pushed herself outside her comfort zone by taking on roles like a bartender to improve her social skills. She emphasizes the significance of building relationships with team members through one-on-one meetings, even in a remote setting, to foster a strong team environment. To connect with Maria Healey: ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ Maria's website ________________________  Do you love the show? Check out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠official merch page⁠⁠⁠ ⁠on Etsy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support the show! ________________________ Remote.io is one the most viewed job boards by remote job seekers. Reach tens of thousands of monthly visitors searching for remote jobs and work-from-home careers. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discover the best remote jobs to work from home.⁠⁠⁠⁠ ________________________

Welcome to the Work From Home Forever podcast, and on this episode, we have Bret Bernhoft, a full-stack developer who has been working remotely for the last three years. Bret's journey into remote work is unique as he is neurodiverse, finding remote work to be the perfect fit for his professional needs, especially as someone with autism. Bret shares his story, highlighting his self-taught journey into coding and how it opened up new opportunities for him. He emphasizes the life-changing impact of remote work, particularly for individuals facing challenges like neurodiversity. In this conversation: Bret discusses the distractions and challenges he faced while working in an office environment compared to the focused, simplified setting of working from home. He shares insights into his daily routine, emphasizing the importance of tools like Microsoft Teams and GitHub for seamless collaboration with colleagues. The discussion delves into the misconceptions surrounding neurodiverse individuals in the workplace, with Bret advocating for the support and understanding needed to unlock their full potential. He emphasizes the value of skills as "force multipliers" in remote work, encouraging others to explore technology as a gateway to remote careers. Reflecting on the future, Bret envisions continued growth in remote work, fueled by advancements in technology. He dismisses concerns about AI taking over jobs, embracing technology as a tool to enhance productivity rather than replace human workers. Throughout the episode, Bret's positive outlook and pragmatic advice shine through, offering valuable insights for anyone considering or already navigating the world of remote work. To connect with Bret Bernhoft: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ________________________  Do you love the show? Check out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠official merch page⁠⁠⁠ ⁠on Etsy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support the show! ________________________ Remote.io is one the most viewed job boards by remote job seekers. Reach tens of thousands of monthly visitors searching for remote jobs and work-from-home careers. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Discover the best remote jobs to work from home.⁠⁠⁠ ________________________

Join Tobey Wyatt, visionary founder of Motherlode Consulting, as she shares her inspiring journey from navigating unemployment to establishing a thriving business focused on people-centered operational solutions. Tobey delves into the complexities of remote work and the transformative power of effective communication and operational practices. Drawing from her extensive experience in operations and chief of staff roles, Tobey highlights the challenges she faced during her tenure at Boeing and USAA, where she grappled with the disconnect between traditional office norms and modern work paradigms. Transitioning to remote work amid the pandemic, Tobey encountered resistance but championed remote work advocacy, emphasizing the importance of challenging conventional norms and fostering inclusive work environments. Learn how Tobey's experiences led to the genesis of Motherlode Consulting and her mission to empower small businesses with robust operational frameworks. Discover Tobey's insights on navigating remote work challenges and embracing adaptable strategies for success. To learn more about Tobey Wyatt and Motherlode Consulting: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn ________________________  Do you love the show? Check out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠official merch page⁠⁠⁠ ⁠on Etsy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and support the show! ________________________ Remote.io is one the most viewed job boards by remote job seekers. Reach tens of thousands of monthly visitors searching for remote jobs and work-from-home careers. ⁠⁠⁠Discover the best remote jobs to work from home.⁠⁠ ________________________