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The Future of Work

The future of work is creative, flexible, and human Thomas Oppong

Forget the rigid corporate ladder. Today, the most attractive and best places to work allow free-flowing ideas and career paths. In the industrial age, businesses were built on strict hierarchy. Today, in the digital age, we are witnessing a major shift. As thought patterns, economic times, and digital technology evolves, the traditional work environment is … Read More

Attracting top tech talent: How document management software can help Ladders Contributor

As the Millennials join the workforce, they are looking for other perks and benefits that your company can offer in order to tip the scales in your favor. Read More

The Future of Work

Insights into the remote lifestyle: The digital nomad survey Brie Weiler Reynolds

The average digital nomad is a married female gen Xer who is an experienced employee working at least 40 hours a week in the writing, education, and training, or administrative fields. Read More

This is how Americans define their dream job Meredith Lepore

MidAmerica Nazarene University recently surveyed 2,000 people and asked them everything about their ideal job. Here are the results. Read More

Why being a temp worker would be a great career move (and how to do it right)Ladders Contributor

As a temporary worker, you have the opportunity to size up various employers in different industries to see what best suits your work style and career goals. Read More

18 freelance experts to follow on Twitter Jennifer Parris

One expert offers news on freelancing, including ideas on how to land better clients, create a steadier source of income, and get paid what you deserve. Read More

How to build a business from home – without going mad!Charlotte Giver

Feelings of loneliness are increasingly common among home-workers; because although peace and quiet may help productivity, human contact is equally vital. Read More

The Future of Work

Do remote employees want to be shown appreciation differently than in-office workers?Paul White

One of the biggest barriers to overcome in showing appreciation over a distance is the lack of opportunity for those short chance encounters that occur when colleagues work in the same location. Read More

The Future of Work

What is driving the growth of the remote workforce?Ladders Contributor

If companies wish to remain viable and secure top talent from the remote workforce, they will need to utilize cloud-based phone systems and VoIP technology. Read More

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