Challenges of SmartWorking
10th April 2019“What in the world am I doing?” That was the first sentence that entered my mind as I began my first week as a remote worker. I had just left a full-time communications position to work as a freelance writer. I had clients, but the shock of such a change in my work-life harmony was…
Top 10 Remote Working Trends of 2019
14th March 2019As remote working becomes more and more prevalent in the professional world, we took the time to identify the top 10 predicted remote working trends of 2019. 1) Demanding flexibility from employers Now more than ever, workers who are millennials and Gen Z are comfortable advocating for flexibility from their employers. They can see how…
6 Inspiring SmartWorking Stories
16th December 2018As our 12 Days of Christmas series continues, we take a look at 6 Inspiring SmartWorking Stories. 🎄 1. My Journey to SmartWorking by Ross Good Ross Good’s series has brought countless smiles to our faces. From working in a tiny Dublin office to a full-time remote position, Ross’s journey shows us exactly how beneficial SmartWorking can…
7 Reasons Why I Love SmartWorking
15th December 2018Day 7 of our 12 Days of Christmas series has guest blogger Jonathan deBurca Butler give us his 7 Reasons Why He Loves SmartWorking. 🎄 1. No More Commute I get an extra hour of life everyday because I don’t have to commute. Don’t get me wrong, some people use it very productively. I know…
SmartWorking Means More Time For Family
31st October 2018It’s Halloween, which means families all over the world are painting faces, donning witches’ hats and preparing for an evening of scares, dares and good old fun. But for many parents, Halloween is just another work day where they miss out on their kids’ first or even twelfth Halloween. Maybe if they’re lucky, a kindly…
Time Management Tips For SmartWorkers
18th October 2018Work Smarter, Not Harder It’s a phrase we feel strongly about at Abodoo. Being smarter about the way we work is far more beneficial for us and our employers. Here, we take a look at some nifty time management tips to make the most of your work hours. Prepare The Day Before Before you turn…
What To Do With Your Free Time
18th September 2018So, you’re a SmartWorker now, eh? What are you gonna do with all that free time? Don’t worry, we’re here with some suggestions as to how you can easily better yourself. Healthy Eating Cooking takes time, so it’s no surprise that we often find ourselves reaching for an oven pizza or chicken kiev after a…
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…
Productivity, SmartWorking and You
15th August 2018Yes, the struggle is real. Productivity, that elusive, almost imaginary idea that work can actually get done is a universal problem known to all. From the lowliest student to the highest CEO, productivity can often be hard to come by. But there are certain steps we can take to make sure it isn’t always so…