Budget 2019 on the Future of Work
11th October 2018The wait is over! Budget 2019 has been announced and we believe that some of the latest updates instill hope for a better #FutureofWork. While some of the outcomes may not be as desired, we are determined to tackle any challenge that comes our way. More to follow 🙂 Key features of #Budget 2019: USC…
Today is World Mental Health Day 2018
10th October 2018Today we celebrate World Mental Health Day, a day dedicated to spreading awareness about and promoting positive mental health. This year’s theme, as set by the World Federation of Mental Health, is ‘Young People and Mental Health In a Changing World.’ We’re always talking about the benefits of our rapidly changing world. From being more…
The UN Climate Change Ultimatum
8th October 2018According to a landmark UN report published today, a future of worsening droughts, forest fires and floods awaits us unless we act now. The report asks nations around the world to make drastic changes regarding carbon emissions and to keep global temperatures within the 1.5C-2C range over the next decade. “It’s a line in the…
It’s Abodoo’s 1st Birthday and We’d Like to Thank YOU!
26th September 2018What a journey.. through the ups and downs and highs and lows – we have unanimously agreed that life is all about the journey and not the commute. From the foundations of Vanessa and Ben’s concept, to our angel investors, our television appearance and 5 new interns – we have certainly embarked on the most…
A Smart Solution To Ireland’s Rising Childcare Costs
20th September 2018The rising costs of childcare in Ireland has become a widespread cause for concern. The average weekly cost has risen steadily over the last ten years, currently standing at €155.60 per week (€622.40 per month). As a result, Ireland’s childcare costs are now one of the highest among the 36 OECD countries. Speaking about this…
Ireland’s Neglected North West
12th September 2018When it comes to government funding and investment, the north west of Ireland has always come dead last. Many people thought this would change with the announcement of the Wild Atlantic Way, the initiative designed to attract tourists and revitalise those counties in dire need of support. Despite its success over the last four years,…
Insights, Opinions and Polls: SmartWorking Social Survey
6th September 2018“79% of People Said They’d Do What?!” It seems like every other day we’re struck with some shocking new statistic or report. Some can be useful, others not so much. And with so much data being thrown around, it can often be difficult to comprehend and retain exactly what is being said and what people…
Why SmartWorking Works For Contact Centres
31st August 2018Old News Two years ago, more than four hundred homeworkers (or Home Agents) and their employers took part in a survey conducted by the United Kingdom Contact Centre Forum. The results were overwhelmingly positive and clearly expressed the benefits of flexible working for both parties. The Results Employers: 58% now employ SmartWorkers. 69% said their…
Insider Secrets: Why Are Senior Managers And Business Owners Choosing Flexible Workplace Strategies?
29th August 2018As part of a study of 18,000 professionals from a variety of industries, it was discovered that more than 80 percent of business leaders from the United Arab Emirates are opting for flexible workplaces. The UAE Study, as it is now being called, highlights the increasing trend of large enterprises choosing flexible workplace strategies over…
Revealed: Top 10 Highest Paying Remote Jobs
23rd August 2018Since all you need is a laptop and internet connection to be a SmartWorker, it should come as no surprise that those in IT quickly became the kingpins of the SmartWorking transformation. But as more sectors begin to realise the advantages of working remotely, some interesting new reports have shown which are the highest paying remote…