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☆ The 10 most in-demand remote jobs paying over $100,000 that companies are hiring for right now
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-29 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Remote jobs are getting harder to come by. As of December 2023, remote jobs made up less than 10% of postings advertised on LinkedIn, down from a high of 20.6% in March 2022 — even though close to half of jobseekers prefer remote roles. To examine where remote hiring is happening the most for high-paying jobs, FlexJobs identified the top 10 occupations with the highest number of remote job openings on their site between January and March 2024 that pay more than $100,000. The top industries offering ample remote work opportunities with six-figure salaries include tech, marketing and project management, per FlexJobs data provided to CNBC Make It. With that in mind, here are some in-demand, high-paying remote jobs that can earn you a salary of $100,000 or more, according to data from FlexJobs and Payscale:1.

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☆ 7 in-demand side hustles you can do from home—some can pay as much as $100 an hour
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-24 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

There are dozens of in-demand, non-tech side hustles you can do remotely to earn extra cash — some of which can pay as much as $100 an hour. These jobs have dozens of active listings and offer remote, part-time opportunities. Some of these remote side hustles can pay upwards of $100 per hour, depending on your level of skill and the project. Bookkeepers on Upwork, for example, can charge as much as $175 an hour or, for some projects, $300 an hour. The most salient benefit of pursuing one of these remote side hustles, says Frana, is the flexibility.

Persons: FlexJobs, Toni Frana, Frana, Angelique Rewers, BoldHaus Organizations: CNBC

☆ The 7 most popular countries for U.S. workers moving abroad
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-28 | by ( Jennifer Liu | In Jljenniferliu | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

For many Americans, work hasn't just gone hybrid or remote — it's gone global. That's based on 300,000 contracts between Deel customers and workers. The majority, 85%, of Deel's contracts are for remote jobs, but there's also interest among a select few to actually move abroad. Many workers are highly interested in location flexibility, whether they want to move around or simply untether their work from where they live. Want to be smarter and more successful with your money, work & life?

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☆ 10 companies that will let you work from anywhere and are hiring right now—some jobs pay over $100,000
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-23 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Companies in the marketing, education and gaming sectors are also hiring for more remote, flexible roles, FlexJobs lead career expert Toni Frana tells CNBC Make It. FlexJobs has identified the top companies hiring for work-from-anywhere jobs in 2024 by analyzing its database and seeing which companies had the highest volume of remote, location-flexible job postings between January and December 2023. All of the companies included in FlexJobs' ranking offer full-time or part-time remote jobs that don't have a location restriction and require no time in the office. Many work-from-anywhere jobs offer salaries well over $100,000. Check out:The biggest change coming to remote work and RTO in 2024, according to a tech CEO

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☆ This in-demand remote job pays up to $250 an hour and doesn’t require a degree
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-08 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

If you want to earn six figures while working from home, consider a job in marketing. Even three years later, that demand shows no signs of abating: Marketing managers are among the fastest-growing careers in the U.S., according to LinkedIn. Job boards FlexJobs and Freelancer.com are also seeing a boom in the number of remote, hybrid and freelance marketing roles. The number of jobs for marketing managers is expected to grow 6.6% over the next decade, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports — faster than the average for occupations overall. Skills worth six-figure salariesWhile some marketing jobs require candidates to have a bachelor's degree, it's not a requirement to build a successful career as a remote marketing manager.

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☆ The top 10 companies hiring for hybrid jobs right now—they’re not all in tech
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-12 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Hybrid work continues to be the popular choice among employees. To help people find the best hybrid opportunities, FlexJobs identified the top 100 companies hiring for hybrid jobs in 2023. These companies had the highest number of hybrid job openings on FlexJobs in the last year, and are considered to be strong prospects for hybrid job seekers through at least the end of 2023. Here are the top 10 companies hiring for hybrid jobs in 2023, according to FlexJobs, along with the full list of the top 100 companies here. Other popular career fields for hybrid jobs are computer/IT, marketing and project management.

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☆ 6 of the best side hustles for college students—some pay over $30 per hour
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-20 | by ( Isabel Engel | In Isabel--Engel | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

For college students looking to earn extra money — perhaps to offset rising costs during their undergraduate years — side hustles can provide an added source of income. College students, specifically, are turning to side hustles due to their general flexibility, M'Chelle Ryan, director of Upwork Academy, tells CNBC Make It. Ryan and Frana both shared their thoughts on the best side hustles for current college students. This side hustle option could be a fit for college students pursuing degrees in communications, English or journalism. Virtual assistant salaries vary, but the position is remote and may allow college students to work while enrolled in classes.

☆ 10 in-demand work-from-anywhere jobs companies are hiring for now—many pay over $100K
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-27 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

While the concept of working wherever you want might sound too good to be true, with the right remote job, that dream can become a reality. In a work-from-anywhere job, employees work "100% remotely, are independent of location and, in many cases, are also independent of a specific time zone," says Toni Frana, a lead career expert at FlexJobs. Most remote jobs have geographic requirements, whether it's a specific country, state or city, mainly due to state and federal regulations that dictate where companies can hire people and do business. FlexJobs also identified the 10 most in-demand work-from-anywhere jobs companies are hiring for right now by analyzing its database for the roles that had the highest volume of work-from-anywhere listings between January and April 2023. These two skills, along with time management and communication, are some of the most important qualifications companies are looking for in work-from-anywhere job candidates.

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☆ The 2 qualities that set introverts apart in job interviews: They're 'actually a strength'
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-21 | by ( Gili Malinsky | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

The job interview is a social endeavor. While some people thrive in social situations and love meeting new people, others find these interactions stressful and anxiety-provoking. For introverts, for example, the job interview can be especially taxing. 'Introverts are thoughtful listeners'"In general, introverts are thoughtful listeners who often need to think carefully about what they're going to say before speaking," says Frana. "Being an introvert is actually a strength because they do take that time to process and filter their responses," says Owens.

☆ 10 in-demand remote jobs paying $100,000 or more that companies are hiring for now
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-17 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Even though fewer people are working from home now compared to two years ago, it's still not a bad time to find a remote job — and some of the most in-demand roles companies are hiring for come with a six-figure paycheck. To examine where remote hiring is happening the most for high-paying jobs, FlexJobs identified the occupations with the highest number of remote job openings on their site between January and March 2023 that pay more than $100,000. Here are the 10 most in-demand remote jobs companies are hiring for and how much they pay, according to data from FlexJobs and Payscale:1. These three fields have seen significant remote job growth in the last 12 months despite recent layoffs rippling across the tech and finance sectors. While technical skills such as coding and web design are in demand in our increasingly digital world, soft skills, such as communication and problem-solving, are just as important for remote hiring managers.

☆ 4 job interview tips for introverts: 'Think of it as a getting-to-know-you session'
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-09 | by ( Gili Malinsky | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Here are four interview tips for introverts. 'Think of it as a getting-to-know-you session'One tactic that might help to quell nerves as you prep and enter the interview is to reframe the conversation. "Think of it as a getting-to-know-you session," says Yolanda Owens, career expert at job search site The Muse, as an example. She adds that, "many people are used to doing that on a day-to-day basis and that feels comfortable. "If they look at you side-eyed then you probably aren't going to feel comfortable working with them," Owens says.

☆ Here's how to know if your company's layoff policy is a 'good' one
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-30 | by ( Mikaela Cohen | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

1 piece of advice when given a layoff offer is to not sign any document on the spot when you're first notified. After you've had time to process the emotional, financial, and mental changes that a layoff brings, here's how to know whether your company's layoff offer is a good one or not, and if it's time to negotiate for a better one. "If it's paid out in a lump sum, sometimes it's nice to get your layoff money and find a new job," Bryan said. If you're still getting a check from the company, Bryan said you can still say you're employed at the company on your resume. "If you were valuable to the company, you might be able to get additional money, or ask for additional money," Bryan said.

☆ 10 companies that will let you work from anywhere and are hiring right now—some jobs pay $100K
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-09 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

If you're hoping to travel the world while working — or just never commute to an office again — consider a work-from-anywhere job. Although remote work has become a standard option for many professionals since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, most remote work policies still fall short of offering total flexibility. About 95% of remote jobs have geographic requirements, whether it's a specific region, country, state or city, according to FlexJobs. FlexJobs has identified the top 10 companies hiring for work-from-anywhere jobs right now by analyzing its database and seeing which employers had the highest volume of work-from-anywhere job ads between August and November 2022. Some of the most in-demand work-from-anywhere jobs included copywriter, executive assistant and software engineer.

☆ 15 companies that will let you work from home and are hiring now—some roles pay over $100K
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-08 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Remote jobs fell to 14% of all active listings on LinkedIn in September, down from a peak of 20% in February, according to a new report from the platform. To help people find the best remote opportunities, FlexJobs, a membership service for jobseekers, identified the 15 companies with the most remote job openings, including full-time and part-time opportunities, this fall. In spite of fewer remote job openings, Jennifer Shapely, LinkedIn's vice president of global talent acquisition, expects flexibility to remain a top priority for workers. Frana also stresses the importance of networking, which can also help you stand out in a tight job market. As in the traditional job market, "referrals tend to get much more traction than a cold application" for remote jobs, Frana adds.

☆ Dozens of tech companies, from Lyft to Twitter, are laying off workers. Here are 5 concrete steps to take if you lose your job.
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-04 | by ( Rachel Durose | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

There are five steps two career experts say workers should take if they've lost their job. They suggest taking time for yourself, looking into legal counsel, and posting on social media. In 2022, more than 99,000 technology workers have been laid off, according to the tech-industry-layoffs tracker Layoffs.FYI. Workers need time to process their emotions before diving into the logistics of their severance and job hunting. "If you can, I always recommend utilizing legal counsel," she said.

☆ The top 3 skills you need to land a work-from-anywhere job in 2022
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-26 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Even as pandemic restrictions ease and more companies require their employees return to the office full-time, flexible and remote jobs are still hot commodities amongst the workforce. Although demand for remote opportunities remains high, the number of remote job openings is starting to drop: In July, about 17% of paid job postings in the U.S. on LinkedIn were remote, the Wall Street Journal reports, down from a high of about 20% in March 2022. True remote jobs are hard to come by, too: About 95% of remote jobs have geographic requirements, whether it's a specific region, country, state or city, according to FlexJobs. In a work-from-anywhere job, however, employees work "100% remotely, are independent of location and, in many cases, are also independent of a specific time zone," FlexJobs career coach Toni Frana tells CNBC Make It. If you're hoping to land a remote job that will let you work from anywhere in the world, adding these skills to your resume can help you stand out from the crowd in your search, according to two remote job experts:

☆ 10 companies that will let you work from anywhere and are hiring now
▼ + stars: | 2022-08-22 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Still, true work-from-anywhere jobs are hard to find. FlexJobs found that about 95% of remote jobs have geographic requirements, whether it's a specific region, country, state or city. All of the companies on the list offer full-time or part-time remote jobs that didn't have a location restriction and required no time in the office. "But as companies adopt more flexible arrangements, including location independence and remote work options, we anticipate people will have more opportunities than ever before to work remotely — and from anywhere in the world." Some of the most in-demand work-from-anywhere jobs included social media manager, executive assistant and front-end developer.

☆ Layoff season is in full swing. Here are 5 concrete steps to take if you lose your job.
▼ + stars: | 2022-07-27 | by ( Rachel Durose | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

There are five steps two career experts say workers should take if they've lost their job. They suggest taking time for yourself, looking into legal counsel, and posting on social media. Pink slips are flying this holiday season, with dozens of technology titans and industry startups laying off workers. Workers need time to process their emotions before diving into the logistics of their severance and job hunting. "If you can, I always recommend utilizing legal counsel," she said.

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