Bidiversity

The world of work is changing. With faster and more secure internet connections, even some large corporate businesses are allowing their people to work from home or a remote location. If you have a role where almost all your work is done on a keyboard and a screen, then you can take advantage of online markets for work.

Services like oDesk, allow companies in search of expertise to select from a huge worldwide market of talent. Such platforms also allow freelancers and contractors to bid for work around the world and deliver it using only online tools.

Two years ago, Jacqui Pittenger quit her office job because she saw a chance to have a much better life through remote work. But even in a world where services are delivered by email and Skype, Diversity is still important. Here are som tips about how buyers can make the most of remote work relationships. Jacqui’s advice:

• “Far flung team members may seem like a hindrance, but there are many people more than happy to work unusual hours to accommodate your needs.”
• “My favorite collaborative efforts? When I work on something all day, then hands it off to a team member working the opposite side of the clock. It’s like getting two or even three days in one!”
• “Be specific in your communication. You can’t always expect someone on another continent to just read between the lines.”
• “Appreciate the diversity. Team members from different backgrounds bring different perspectives — and solutions — to the table.”
• “Take time to get to know each other as people — not just as boss and worker. Build a better relationship and better work results.”

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