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Research shows remote workers tend to work a bit less on Fridays. They’re also the first to balance slower days with smarter ones, and, like anyone else, deserve the month of December to relax a little more.

Modern work keeps stretching in two directions at once: toward more productivity and toward more humanity. From Japan’s four-day workweek experiment to the shifts remote work has brought to big cities, the conversation is moving from how much we work to how well we work.

While the job market is slow, it’s slow, and there’s only so much we can do about it. What we can do is keep trying and meet the next hiring surge as prepared as possible, whether that means learning new strategies or recognizing the quiet value in the skills you already have.

This issue is here to remind us of those oh-so-splendid failures that turned into great successes, and to encourage anyone who needs it to keep thriving, one failure at a time.

Everyone who loves remote work probably also knows that even freedom can get heavy sometimes. This issue explores the weight of flexibility: what it costs, what it gives, and how to handle the tough bits when they come.

From the English-Italian interpreter who knows that “raining cats and dogs” doesn’t call for an animal rescue, to the mindset shifts that reshape business culture, all the way down to the everyday tweaks that make work easier: small things matter.

With the rise of AI, individualism has taken on a new dimension. Now that anyone can generate content, the value of original thought has never been higher. And if thoughts were cows, then yes—the chase for the purple one would officially be on.

Remote work can open doors far beyond your home office—whether it’s a path to living abroad, building a more secure retirement, or even purposefully stepping into a scam to see how it plays out.

This week’s picks are about staying sharp in every sense—training your brain to keep learning, finding the right time-management method, and protecting yourself from remote job scams.

AI isn’t just changing how we work. It’s reshaping our language, the way we communicate, what we need to be cautious about—and in the world of remote work and hiring, even how we prove we’re actually human.

We’re embracing the chaos (and the charm) of the remote work. From plotting your next digital nomad move to distracting your cat during meetings, and laughing at comics that feel suspiciously accurate—because let’s be honest, remote never means boring.

As remote work matures, so do the rules that shape it. The future of WFH isn’t just about where you can log on, but how shared spaces and social norms are redefining the borders of one’s flexibility.

Discover how one country is breathing life into its rural heartlands by welcoming digital nomads, uncover the portable Wi-Fi solution that keeps you online no matter where you roam, and explore the unexpected perks—and hidden pitfalls—of work flexibility

Remote work can be freeing. But it can also be isolating, uncertain, and messy, because life doesn't get easier just because you're not commuting. This week’s reads are here to help you feel a little more seen and a little less alone in it all.

This week’s reads are all about alignment between what we do and what matters to us. Remote work gives us more options. But the real challenge? Choosing what fits. We're diving into purpose, values, freedom, and the kinds of roles that support the way you want to work.

The job market keeps shifting, and it's not just about finding a role, but making sure it fits you.

It’s been a weird stretch: layoffs, gloomy headlines, AI overload. If your job search feels extra heavy right now, you’re not alone. This week, I wanted to share a few things that might help. Some practical, some uplifting. All worth your time.

Hey folks, Kicking off the week with a quote from James Clear: "Sometimes all you need for exceptional results is average effort repeated for an above-average amount of time." When the job search feels like a grind, consistency is your secret weapon. You've got this!

Hey folks, Who's watching the new season of The White Lotus? What if you could stay in paradise, minus the murder mystery subplot? Turns out, you can! Keep reading for the latest news on digital nomad visas and more 😉

Hey friends, Working remotely is a journey: some days, you're in full productivity mode, and other days, you wonder if sending an email counts as a major accomplishment. 😅 So settle into your office (aka the couch), grab your favorite beverage, and let's jump in!

The remote work world is full of debates—should we scrap job titles? Will the WFH culture war ever end? And, most importantly, how do you actually land a remote job in 2025?

AI seems inescapable these days, from the news to social media to everything in between. I use it to spark content ideas, improve emails, or analyze reports.

January 20, 2025 Hey folks, I wanted to share a little trick I've been loving lately: it's called brown noise. Unlike white noise, it's deeper and more

How often do we pause to recognize all we've achieved? Take a moment to reflect on everything you’ve done this year. Big wins, small victories, or even just showing up: chances are, you’ve done more than you give yourself credit for.

As we wind down the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect: What’s one thing you're especially grateful for in 2024? For me, it's that Remotive turned 10 this November (exact date still a mystery, ha!). A full decade of championing remote work. How amazing is that?