#7: Work-Life Balance in Remote Settings 🏡

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💡 “Distributed work” tip of the week

Expert of the week: Ryan Burke (one of the most experienced experts in building remote sales teams in the world)

Work-Life Balance in Distributed Work Settings

1. 🔄 Embrace Work-Life Integration: Transition from the traditional "work/life balance" mindset to a more integrated approach where work and personal life coexist harmoniously.
   

2. ☕ Value the "Soft Edges": Recognize and create moments that act as transitions between work and leisure, like casual conversations or short walks.
   

3. 🏋️ Use Exercise as a Mental Transition: Don't just exercise for physical health; use it as a mindful interlude. Engaging with a trainer or a workout buddy can help make this transition smoother.
   

4. 🧩 Engage in Quick Family Activities: If you have a short break, engage in a brief activity with your family, such as a quick game or puzzle. This helps in grounding and connecting.
   

5. 🌍 Maximize the Flexibility of Remote Work: Extend vacations or take spontaneous trips. Even if you're working, changing your environment can be refreshing.
   

6. 💑 Integrate, Don't Separate: Make the most of the blurred lines between work and life. Adjust work hours for quality moments with loved ones, and take advantage of the flexibility remote work offers.

In essence, Ryan emphasizes the importance of transitions and leveraging the flexibility of remote work to achieve a new work-life balance.

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📰 Article of the week

Why More SMBs Are Going Global

A new Gusto survey reveals that SMBs in the US are going international.

The Key Findings?

• More SMBs are building global workforces.

• Access to global talent helps SMBs manage their costs while filling the gaps of a talent shortage.

• Hiring international employees helps SMBs accelerate their expansion plans.

• More SMBs are hiring international contractors – and are interested in converting them to full-time employees.

• Understanding compliance is still the biggest blocker for SMBs seeking to hire internationally.

The article also explains how SMBs can set up their international hires for success. A real MUST-READ!

Read the full article here

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Have a great week,

Iwo & the Remote-First Institute team 💙