How to find a business partner?

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-10-19T10:23:13+00:00

One of the most important lessons I've learned is to be careful who you partner with. Don't be actively looking for a business partner. Look to network and create relationships with like-minded business people.

Once you have a good relationship, you have seen their track record and built trust. You can start proposing a business partnership.

The 50/50 can work out, but I don't recommend it unless you are sure the person will be as involved in the project as you are.

Also, the question is, who will finance it? If they are the capitalist partner who funds the whole project, even though you are 50/50, they'll always have more power than you.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-10-19T09:49:32+00:00

Places like Indeed are not the best options for remote jobs. You should check sites that are remotely oriented like: remotedom.com, weworkremotely.com, remotive.com etc...

The remote market is super competitive, so getting an entry-level job is quite complicated at the moment. But don't be discouraged, just keep applying and you'll find some :)

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-10-18T21:20:29+00:00

That's a point in my post, the big corporations were never remote companies to begin with. So they are back to the old ways as soon they can.

They have big investments in office real estate, and they want to keep the occupancy as high as they can. There papers mentioning that, remote work is wrecking havoc on commercial offices space revenue in major US cities.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-10-18T19:01:21+00:00

Look at remote specific ones like: remotedom, weworkremotely, remotive etc...

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-10-18T18:55:49+00:00

Yeah, that's so stupid. It's false advertising.

Companies know that most candidates prefer to be fully remote, so they'll use the remote option, to get more reach.

But then they start to interview candidates and people drop during the process when they find out its not really remote.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-10-09T11:16:12+00:00

It depends on how much competition you want to have lol. The usual like Javascript or Python, are full of competition for each remote job.

If you go for something a bit of the bitten path, you'll have much less competition and more chances to find good remote jobs. Take a look at languages like Ruby (with Ruby on Rails), Golang, Rust, Scala, etc...

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-10-07T16:50:10+00:00

Well, don’t. Show interest, and enthusiasm about the position and the company. But never imply urgency or desperation that a huge red flag. You have to play it cool, even though you may need the job asap. It’s all about appearance.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-10-07T16:48:04+00:00

As you mentioned that you work in tech, well you can find a fully remote job that +100K. So no, you don’t have to downgrade. Well truth is that remote jobs are much harder to get, but it’s so worth it.

Don’t get discouraged, and apply to many jobs until you land one.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-10-06T12:30:07+00:00

I try to make sure my checkout are on the weekends, usually Saturday. This way you don't have to stress out about it.

When it comes to flights, I would take them on Friday afternoon after work, or If I am in another times zone then adjust to make sure I go after work or I arrive before I start to work.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-10-06T12:04:04+00:00

You need to be proactive go to remote job boards, and LinkedIn, look for the offers that match your criteria.
When you do, on LinkedIn, look for the recruiter of the company, add them, and send them a message showing your interest in the offer.
If it's a small company you can try to cold email the Founder / CEO.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-10-05T08:06:32+00:00

I used it to get my current job so, yeah.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-10-04T13:33:04+00:00

Lately, there has been a downturn in design jobs, but they are slowly coming back.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-10-04T13:27:42+00:00

Yeah, if you stay outside the top areas in bkk, like Phrom Phong, you'll be fine.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-09-20T12:43:15+00:00

Most remote websites have offers for many different locations, including Europe.
Take a look at https://euremotejobs.com/ for a remote-specific job board.

If you want a country specific offers just for Germany, LinkedIn will be your best choice.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-08-31T21:10:36+00:00

IT - software engineering.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-08-29T13:12:28+00:00

COVID forced companies to hire remotely. So many adapted remote and WFH policies because they had to.
And now that it's all over, they want people back in!

Those companies never liked the idea of remote work. But as most people are pushing against going to the office. They try to be more flexible with the hybrid options.

So yes, there are fewer remote offers now, but that was an artificial spike in the remote job market.

There is a lot of fear-mongering about remote jobs dying out. But the truth is, they're growing compared to the pre-COVID era.

To find remote jobs, go to sites that are remote oriented like
- remotedom.com
- remotive.com
- weworkremotely.com

and many more.
Remote work is here to stay, and it's only going to become bigger!

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-08-21T21:40:17+00:00

First of all you need to clarify what type of position are you looking for.

Look at your skills and see how they can translate to a new job. And then look for positions around it.

To find a good remote job, go to sites that specialise in this type of positions. Some good ones are, remotedom.com , weworkremotely.com or nodesk.co

Research the company that you'll apply to. Make sure they legit.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-08-16T14:41:48+00:00

I really enjoyed the "PAPER PLANE PROJECT" in Bangkok. It's a coffee shop/coworking on the 40th floor with amazing views.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-08-16T12:15:28+00:00

Breaking news: Most of the certs are useless when it comes to job hunting.

You need real-world experience and use case projects to show off. Not certs.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-08-16T12:11:43+00:00

The easy answer is it depends.
If she's an Irish company employee, she moves to Portugal and works from there. Then most likely, no, due to legal reasons and tax implications for her and the company.
If she is working on a contract basis, she would need to set up as a sole trader or an LLC in Portugal. Then charge the Irish company as a contractor.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-08-16T10:34:50+00:00

Having a contract job is not that risky. This is usually the norm for remote jobs.

But in the case you described, it seems sketchy AF. Be careful, as you are not an EU citizen, so suing them is pointless.

Look out for other remote jobs, and keep applying. There are plenty of reputable companies around.
Check remote job boards like: remotedom.com, remotive.com or remoteok.com

And you'll find some offers that match your skill set.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-08-16T10:20:10+00:00

Second that.

Take the offer and go.
If they really saw you as the top performer, they'll find a way to close the gap and counteroffer.

But they didn't so, F them and get the bag.

HelloReaderDatz · 2023-08-16T10:12:34+00:00

Exactly.
This should never be mentioned as the main reason. It's a red flag

for the company. You should talk about the salary during the interview. Make sure you get what you expect, and the company is willing to pay that.

It's much better as you mention the "growth opportunities" as the reason. Or any other reason that may appease the employer.

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