If you’re ready to take action and start using these unconventional hacks to land your dream remote position, download your 1-page infographic, How To Ace Your Interview and Land Your Dream Remote Job: https://hubstaff.com/resources/how-to-ace-a-remote-interview

Before you start hacking the hunt for remote work...

You must decide what type of work you want, full-time position or freelance. Know the title you want and get the training required to become productive. Search for positions daily, and customize your resume & portfolio for each position.

Hack #1: Use Your Professional Network To Find Remote Jobs

Tell your existing network you’re looking for work. Connect with people in your niche, on forums and groups. Think about how you could help them and talk about it.

Hack #2: Use Custom Search To Find Hidden Remote Work Listings

Use custom search to find work on recruiting sites
site:greenhouse.io web developer
gild.com workable.io jobvite.com

More tips for finding unadvertised positions...

Locate more recruiting platforms via Google, check weekly and apply for one that fits you. Narrow your search via Google filters and advanced search queries on Twitter, LinkedIn. For easy access, bookmark your results

Hack #3: Use Job Outreach and Ask To Work Remotely

Be selective and reach out to a targeted list of decision makers. Use a directory to find companies that are willing and can afford to hire you. Craft a custom pitch, include your profile links, automate and track everything.

Hack #4: Be First When You Send Remote Work Proposals

Stay on top of new positions by setting up alerts on Mention, Buzzsumo. Submit relevant cover letters, follow up, and have a plan for success. Apply ASAP, within hours

More tips for crafting outstanding applications...

Connect with employers, ask questions about the positions and follow through with them. Show you’re perfect for the position, respond to all questions, include past work. Knock your test project out of the park

3 more mini hacks to find your dream remote job...

Tweak Your LinkedIn Profile: change your headline to “Looking for [desired position]” then visit your target audience's’ profile.
Save Your Answers: Save your answers to interesting questions in Google docs & reuse them.
Low Traffic Job Boards: monitor industry specific job boards to avoid competition for remote work.

Get creative and find remote work positions…

Technology companies are going remote, but finding work is hard because of competition. To succeed, target your search, find unadvertised positions and be outstanding. Share your hacks for securing interviews for remote positions.

And don’t forget about your 1-page infographic…

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