WATCH: PowerToFly’s CEO Milena Berry Talks With Skillcrush On How To Land Your First Remote Job

Originally published on October 2, 2015

By: Cathy Sharick

PowerToFly’s CEO Milena Berry and Skillcrush’s CEO Adda Birnir talk about the skills YOU need to be successful in a remote job. Watch the video here and read the highlights below!

WHAT ARE THE TOP SKILLS YOU NEED TO SUCCESSFULLY LAND A REMOTE JOB?

Independence, discipline, planning, organization, time management, and geographical sensitivity

WHAT’S YOUR ADVICE FOR SUBMITTING A REMOTE JOB APPLICATION?

Don’t be boring! You need a strong resume, killer cover letter, a shining portfolio. Remember to continue advancing your skills throughout your job search and your career.

DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR PEOPLE NEW TO THE REMOTE JOB SEARCH?

Be open to a trial period to see if it’s the right match. Be communicative, ask questions.

Have questions ready, not just logistical but conceptual, during your interview and trial period.

Over-communicate!

WHAT SKILLS ARE IN HOT DEMAND IN THE REMOTE WORKFORCE?

Analytics skills are hugely valuable at startups, and can make for a great technical career with a good salary.

HOW DO YOU SET YOUR RATE WHEN YOU ARE FIRST STARTING OUT?

You need to base your rate request by location. NYC has a different standard than Omaha, for example. Your experience and skills also play into what you can request for your salary.

HOW CAN YOU BUILD A STRONG PORTFOLIO?

Build your own website, go to hackathons to get more experience, work for no money to get real-world experience/portfolio, then once you have the a great portfolio you will be sure to start earning!

WHAT ARE SOME REMOTE JOB TRENDS OUTSIDE OF TECH?

“I’m seeing requests for marketing, sales, operations, and writing positions. And there’s also been an increase in finance and legal jobs,” says Milena. “I’m here to place millions of women in remote jobs!”

Check out our previous webinar featuring PowerToFly’s Head of Global Talent Management Rachel Valdez on How To Write The Perfect Resume And Cover Letter.

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