Happy International Coworking Day From Abodoo
9th August 2018 OffYes it’s a real thing! International Coworking Day (#InternationalCoworkingDay for all you # tag lovers) originated in the United States and this year Abodoo are bringing it to Europe (well Ireland and the UK first)! On this day across the world, coworking operators will celebrate the benefits of coworking for employees, companies, startups, freelancers and contractors.…
“How Do I Negotiate A SmartWorking Arrangement?”
7th August 2018 OffMany employees may feel nervous or a little awkward at the prospect of approaching their employer to negotiate an alternative working arrangement. We understand that it can be a daunting task, so we have come up with a few top tips to guide you in arranging your #SmartWork! 1. Research existing policies on SmartWorking First…
Confessions of a SmartWorking Intern: Week 2
3rd August 2018 OffChloé “Would you like milk and sugar with that?” Oh, yes please. The 6:15am Cork to Dublin train- filled with daily commuters, ambitiously typing away and glancing around to see who could possibly be more tired than them. At one point, I heard a lady joking with her colleague when asked does she work long…
Boom Brexit: Maintain Cross-Border Jobs by Letting Your Employees SmartWork From Home
1st August 2018 OffIn recent months, there has been uncertainty about the future of cross border jobs post Brexit. What are the ramifications for UK companies currently providing employment in Ireland? Will there be a surge of unemployment in cross border jobs? In early July, Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe reported that unemployment levels could rise by 2% with…
Trust – The hidden secret to successful Remote Working
30th July 2018 Off“Remote working requires trust between the manager and the worker to work.” Schnittman, Co-Founder of Owl Lab Just last week, Forbes published an article that was rather sceptical of Remote Working. Aside from microphones not working, internet connections being poor and a general feeling of disengagement- it was argued that Remote Working styles are more…
Cut the Commute and the Skills Gap: Our Solution to Green Jobs
26th July 2018 OffWe are passionate about lots of things here at Abodoo, including Green Jobs. But the one element that I am proud to be an advocate of is our ambition to cut carbon emissions and tackle the skills gap through SmartWorking. Let’s be honest, when you see ‘Carbon Emissions,’ on your Twitter feed, you tend to…
How to Create the Ideal Workspace
24th July 2018 OffWhen SmartWorking, it is essential to create a workspace where you will feel productive, comfortable and energetic. Many people fear that the idea of working alone may lead to loneliness – but with a few small adjustments, a preppy work area can change the mood in which you work and naturally contribute to your productivity.…
Mumpreneurs Returning to Work – The Smart Way
16th July 2018 OffIreland has an abundance of skilled women, both stay at home and at work. We believe stay at home Mum’s could offer the perfect solution to tackle the nationwide skills shortage. “I have three children. I graduated with a BIS degree from university and climbed the career ladder working as a successful support technician before…