Rebecca Safier is a writer, digital marketer, and remote work enthusiast. She loves slow travel and strong coffee.
In 1963, the Equal Pay Act was passed. This federal labor law made it illegal to pay men more than women for the same work. Yet in 2019, we still see women making only $0.80 for every dollar a man makes. Even though this is illegal, we continue to see companies devaluing female employees. If
In the past few years, there’s been an explosion of companies hiring teachers to teach ESL online. Not only do young students all over the world want to learn English, but adults are also looking for English lessons to move up in the business world. As online education technology has improved, there’s more opportunity than
From rolling hills to ancient glaciers, surfer-friendly waves to epic hiking trails, New Zealand is an adventure lover’s paradise. If you love the outdoors or want to reenact your own Lord of the Rings journey to Mordor, you might be looking to stay in New Zealand …
Despite its remote location, Australia has become one of the most popular destinations for young travelers. From diving in the Great Barrier Reef to visiting Sydney’s iconic opera house, Australia has an endless amount of sights to see and …
If you’re on the hunt for a remote job, you know landing one is easier said than done. With applicants from all over the world competing for a single position, you’ve got to work hard to make your application stand out. To help you get a hiring manager’s attention …
Taking the leap into freelancing is exciting, and, let’s face it, a little terrifying. While being your own boss has tons of freedom, it also means you’re solely responsible for getting work done and managing your money. From paying quarterly estimated taxes to …
Whether you’re a seasoned digital nomad or just planning your first work and travel adventure, you need to be careful that your travels don’t put your personal finances at risk. When you’re moving from place to place, it’s all too easy to get locked out of your bank account …
Are you daydreaming about moving to another country? Although a U.S. passport guarantees you easy entry into a lot of countries, it doesn’t necessarily let you stay for a long time. If you’re looking to stay for several months to a year while working part-time, you’ll likely need …
Congrats, you’ve landed a job and can take a deep breath after months of sending off resumes and prepping for interviews. But after you’ve celebrated, you might soon have a new concern: how to negotiate your salary. According to global staffing firm Robert Half …
Writing a recommendation letter for an employee or a coworker is no easy feat. While you’ve probably asked for recommendation letters in the past, you might not have much experience writing one. And you want to write the best letter you can, as your letter …
