How to Navigate Remote Job Boards

I was promoted 3x: Sr. Manager - Vice President while working remotely from home. Prior to working from home, I remained an individual contributor for 10 years. Perhaps it was easier to find my stride of excellence with limited distractions, no longer spending time talking about someone's dog who could jump through rings of fire. Working from home allowed me to fully tap into my flow state. (yes, I know remote work is NOT for everyone) If I was looking for a remote job in 2024, here's what I would start my search 6 months in advance: (this strategy also works for my clients) 1. Dedicate 1-2 hours daily on my search strategy :  -Create a job tracker  -Get clear on the job titles  -Focus on becoming an early applicant  -Interview me against job descriptions  -Ensure those roles are in demand by conducting a search  -Setting up alerts on all major job boards including niche remote sites 2. Use 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞 to level up my resume and discover my ideal career path and save $$ by doing my own resume.  -Try their AI Career Map here: https://lnkd.in/dnhuq3B4 -Then put my resume on file with staffing agencies 3. Research company culture, values, mission, and vision -Use major company review sites  -Check current stock market standing  -Check to see if there were recent layoffs -Review employees on LinkedIn look for promotion lines 4. Network with current employees & build relationships  -Go to job fairs and networking events  -Set aside a small coffee budget and re-engage warm relationships -Build new non-transactional relationships (ask for nothing to start) 5. Wash, rinse, repeat until I find the perfect remote job fit Remember: Excellence is a PRACTICE. Not a location. #kickresumepartner

The 10-minute daily habit that's helped my clients land remote roles 3x faster than traditional methods... 👇🏼 Most remote job seekers spend HOURS each day scrolling through the same job boards as thousands of other applicants. Sometimes all these need is a few simple shifts or “hacks” to stand out from the crowd… After helping hundreds of people land remote jobs, I've learned success comes down to consistency with the right activities - not the time spent. I call it the "10-Minute Connection Method" - and it's dramatically outperforming traditional application strategies. Here's exactly what to do: ✅ 1 // Identify ONE ideal company each day Don't spread yourself thin across dozens of random postings. Research and select a single company that truly aligns with your skills and values - whether they're actively hiring or not. ✅ 2 // Find TWO people to connect with Locate someone in your target role and someone on the hiring team. Don't just follow them - study their recent posts and activity to understand what they care about. ✅ 3 // Make ONE meaningful engagement This isn't about generic comments like "Great post!" Leave a thoughtful, value-adding response that demonstrates your expertise and perspective. Make it impossible to ignore. ✅ 4 // Track everything in a simple system Keep a spreadsheet of your daily connections with follow-up dates. This turns random networking into a structured pipeline of opportunities. — The power of this approach is in the compound effect: // After 5 days: You've made 10 strategic connections // After 30 days: You have 60 potential pathways to hidden opportunities // After 90 days: You've built a network of 180 people who can refer you internally — My client Jason had been applying to remote marketing roles for 4 months with zero interviews. Within 3 weeks of implementing this method, he had conversations with hiring managers at 5 companies - 3 of which weren't even publicly hiring yet. The most surprising part? This approach actually SAVES time compared to endless application submissions, while delivering drastically better results. Remote work is fundamentally about relationships and trust. Shouldn't your job search reflect that? Here’s to us “escaping the cubicle” Wes 📌 Remote job searching? Comment “resume” and I’ll send you my Remote Resume Checklist to help you get started. #remotework #jobsearchtips #resumewriter 🎥 (@chandanartacademy)

When I was recruiting at a startup, I didn’t have LinkedIn Recruiter or fancy sourcing tools. So I got creative and turned to Google. There’s a trick called X-ray search that recruiters use to find talent. But job seekers can flip it to find roles that aren’t showing up on LinkedIn or job boards. It works because you’re searching company job boards directly specifically sites hosted by Greenhouse, Lever and Ashby which are the three most common platforms used by startups, tech companies and design forward teams to post jobs. Here’s how it works: Say you’re a Product Designer looking for remote roles. Pop this into Google: site:jobs.lever.co OR site:jobs.greenhouse.io OR site:ashbyhq.com "product designer" AND "remote" You’ll get real-time openings, straight from company career pages. Looking for something location-based and you’re a Social Media Manager in LA, use this: site:jobs.greenhouse.io OR site:jobs.lever.co "social media manager" AND "Los Angeles" You can plug in any title, industry or location that matters to you like “brand designer,” “UX internship,” or “marketing. coordinator” This is how I found amazing candidates when I had zero tools. Now I’m sharing it with you because the best jobs aren’t always on the front page. Try it and let me know what you find!

I just spoke with a former colleague who’s trying to break into remote work—and I found myself wishing I had more to offer than the usual “check job boards and apply.” The truth is... remote work is highly competitive right now. Everyone wants it. But what’s harder to talk about is how tough it really is to land one. Especially when you’re applying online and never hearing back. It can be discouraging. I was recently hiring for a remote position and received HUNDREDS of applications. Hiring managers are overwhelmed with the amount of applicants. It can take time.... Here’s what I’ve learned—and what I shared during our chat: 🟢 Stand out, early. Apply fast—remote roles fill quickly. Use keywords from the job description and tailor your resume for each role. Sites like Jobscan.co can help. 🟢 Highlight your remote-ready skills. Emphasize time management, self-motivation, communication across time zones, and tools like Zoom, Slack, or Trello. If you’ve ever worked independently, say so—loudly. 🟢 Know where to look. Don’t limit yourself to the big job boards. Some great places to find legit remote roles: We Work Remotely FlexJobs (membership-based but vetted) VirtForce (great for military spouses) Remote OK, Remotive, Jobspresso LinkedIn – use the “Remote” filter! Company websites – many post remote roles directly 🟢 Beware of scams. Sadly, remote job scams are everywhere—if someone asks for money, promises huge pay with no experience, or emails from a sketchy address, walk away. 🟢 Network, network, network. Most remote jobs aren’t filled by random applicants—they’re filled through connections. It's all about who you know. Reach out. Follow up. Attend virtual events. Once you apply online try and find the hiring manager on Linkedin or someone who works at the organization - let them know you applied. 🟢 Know the landscape – Not all remote jobs are equal. “Fully remote,” “hybrid,” and “work-from-anywhere” all mean different things. Read carefully. Remember "remote" is a location not a job title. 🟢 It’s going to take time. The market is tough. My husband was unemployed for a number of months before he found his dream job through a connection he had on Twitter (X ) This isn’t easy. The job market is noisy, and remote hiring often moves slower than expected. But you will find your lane. Keep showing up. Keep learning. Keep connecting. If you’re a veteran or military spouse job seeker, I highly recommend registering for Hire Heroes USA's Free services at www.hireheroesusa.org #remotejobs #veterans #militaryspouses #hireheroesusa

𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝗯𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗔𝗻𝘆𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 🌍💻 Every week, I get the question: “Where do I actually find remote jobs that hire internationally?” Most job boards are full of “remote” roles that really mean remote... but only in one country. 🙄 After relocating from the U.S. to Spain and helping soooo many people land jobs abroad, I know the right opportunities exist—you just need to know where to look and how to position yourself. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝟰 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗜 𝗮𝗺 𝗟𝗢𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗡𝗼𝘄: ✅ 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴.𝗰𝗮𝗳𝗲 – This one's a hidden gem. It uses AI to match you with remote jobs in real time based on your skills. No endless scrolling—just actual job matches. ✅ 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗢𝗞 – One of the best for filtering by time zone, visa sponsorship, and company location. Great for tech, marketing, and customer support roles. ✅ 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲 – Don’t sleep on this! Just switch to your target country and filter for remote roles. You’ll find a mix of big-name companies and international startups. ✅ 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗝𝗼𝗯𝘀 – If you’re looking for remote roles with European companies, start here. Many listings are open to international candidates, and some even offer relocation support. 𝗔 𝗳𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲.... 👉 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗝𝗼𝗯𝘀 – It’s a paid platform, but every job is pre-vetted, which means no scams or sketchy listings. 👉 𝗪𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 – Solid for tech, design, and marketing roles with companies that hire globally. 👉 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁 – If you’re into startups, this is one of the best places to find remote roles with growing companies. 👉 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 – Another great option for tech and non-tech roles with a focus on remote-first companies. And yes, I know: -Finding the Right Job is One Thing -Getting Hired is Another. Here’s what I will leave you with: A strong resume, willingness to network, and optimized LinkedIn profile can make all the difference. When applying for global remote jobs, make sure you highlight: ✅ Remote work skills (async communication, time zone flexibility) ✅ International experience (worked with global teams? Say it loud!) ✅ Independence & self-motivation (remote companies want people who can get things done) 🚨 𝗣𝗿𝗼 𝗧𝗶𝗽: Pay attention to local hiring requirements when applying abroad. Some companies will expect a CV instead of a resume, and formatting it correctly can impact whether you even get an interview. #global #remote #careers