Although there’s been a sea-change in talent acquisition over the past few years, particularly with the move to remote and hybrid, it’s still a highly competitive market and the best talent are in huge demand – it’s ferocious out there! Securing...
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Skills for successful remote working
As the work landscape has altered drastically, so too has the need for us to adapt to new ways of working, particularly if we’re remote. There are numerous challenges to working from home / the garden shed / the local hub including distractions,...
Launching the Changemakers programme
On 19 October 2022, Grow Remote will launch its Changemakers programme alongside a new Community Fund (up to €1,000) and the upcoming Local Leader Training (23rd November) with the publication of its new Community Playbook.
How I set up a Chapter in Longford
Ahead of the Grow Remote event in Edgeworthstown on 23rd September, we sat down with Chapter Lead – Clare McEnroe – to hear about the story of setting up Grow Remote Longford.
5 reasons why you need a strong remote work policy
Why is a remote work policy so important for employers? Joanne Mangan, Employers Lead at Grow Remote According to recent research only 50% of employers have confirmed what their remote work policy will look like in the future. This means at least...
4 Years of Community
On 23rd September, our community will lead a nationwide programme of offline events for remote workers. From musical workshop for kids, art gallery gatherings and No Hangover dance parties, remote workers across the island are celebrating their...
An energy crisis, rapid inflation and an uncertain economic times ahead: Consumer Price Index data strengthens the argument for remote working as a way to control costs and reduce energy use
People and businesses are increasingly focusing on controlling costs and figuring out ways of doing well in the face of the uncertainty rising inflation rates is causing. What if you could do well and do good at the same time? We think you...
Grow Remote on Midwest Radio
8 July 2022 Tracy Keogh joined Tommy Marren on The Tommy Marren show this morning to discuss remote working and the third Grow Remote conference, which will take place in April 2023: https://youtu.be/v16OgPqyLlc Grow Remote's third national...
Spotlight on Zapier – Working Flexibly
Last quarter, we spoke to members of the Zapier team to learn more about their remote working culture and values. This is the second of two blogs featuring conversations with Zapier employees. In this blog, we focus on the flexibility granted to...
Spotlight on Zapier – Connecting with Colleagues Remotely
We spoke to some members of the Zapier team to learn more about their remote working culture and values. This is the first in a series of blogs featuring conversations with Zapier employees. In this blog, we focus on interpersonal connection...
Trust, Respect and Otonomee
Brendan Ring is Chief People Officer at Otonomee, one of our Employer Partners.Earlier this month, Grow Remote welcomed Brendan to speak as part of our Local Leader Training, a course for remote employees who want to make a social impact in their...