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The Covid pandemic and the subsequent lockdowns pushed businesses worldwide to adopt remote working almost overnight. Since then, the remote work or telework scenario has evolved to include new trends in remote team management, technology, and the hybrid work environment.  These dynamic changes can be tough to keep up with, even for the best business leaders. Thankfully, there are many remote work articles that can help you understand all aspects of remote work.  In this article, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of some of the best remote work articles to help you out. From remote work management to work life…

During today’s Nintendo Direct, new information was revealed about a couple of upcoming Pokémon releases, including an announcement featuring the return of a beloved mystery-solving Pokémon and new updates about The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero, the two-part DLC expansion for Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet. Check out the trailers below for all the latest details. Notice: If you click on the YouTube video above, you will leave Pokemon.com. The Pokémon Company International is not responsible for the content of any linked website that is not operated by The Pokémon Company International. Please note that these websites’ privacy policies and…

A skyrocketing number of migrant teens from Central America are finding their way into the undocumented workforce of the United States. They are doing rigorous, grueling work often meant for adults, like operating heavy machinery in food processing plants. Exploitation by unscrupulous employers and a lack of follow-up by U.S. authorities mean many get trapped in this vast network of under-the-table labor. Many of these teens forgo school to secure full-time jobs. Under the guidance of illegal document brokers, some assume identities that hide their true age from their employers. Most of the money they earn goes back to their…

Thanks to the Coronavirus pandemic, people across the globe today have warmed up to the idea of remote working and even prefer it over traditional offices. That’s why employers should seriously think about remote work stipends. Remote work stipends are fixed or varying amounts of money paid to a remote employee in addition to their basic salary for their home office setup, coworking space expenses, or paying electricity bills. These stipends are generally optional for employers. However, some regions have laws requiring employers to cover their work-related expenses. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at what a remote…

Last Updated on March 1, 2023 by AIFS Abroad March 3rd is World Wildlife Day, an international holiday to celebrate all of Earth’s diverse animals and plants. Here’s something you may not have considered before – studying abroad is a unique opportunity for you to observe and learn about some of the world’s most incredible animals in their natural habitats.  So, in honor of World Wildlife Day, let’s look at some of the best places to study abroad if you’re a nature lover:  Galápagos Islands, Ecuador  AIFS Abroad students with a giant tortoise in the Galápagos Islands If you’re looking for…

Summary: There are ways to make moving large sums of money less of a hassle. If you wish to, you can use the cheapest options available, such as Wise, formerly TransferWise. You can also check out the estimated hidden fees of major banks in the US, UK and Canada. See how Time Doctor’s easy-to-use time tracking software can help your team be more productive. Nowadays, sending money overseas is a common practice – people work with clients from across the world and money transfers have become a necessity. Using bank services is the first option that springs to mind when…

Since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, remote work has become an ever-more popular way of working.  And as the next generation of remote workers joins the workforce, how they’re onboarded has become a focal point of discussion. How will they internalize the company’s values remotely?  Will they feel like part of the team when working from home? Fortunately, a well-planned virtual onboarding program can address these questions and more. In this article, we’ll highlight ten remote onboarding best practices and their benefits to ensure the smoothest experience for new hires. This article contains: (Click on the links below to…

In today’s digital age, providing excellent customer service has become essential for businesses of all sizes. With the rise of remote work and the need for 24/7 customer support services, remote customer support has become a popular solution for companies to offer personalized and focused customer support to their clients or customers. Remote customer support enables agents to work from anywhere, using various communication channels such as email, chat, or phone to interact with customers and resolve their issues quickly. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of remote customer support, the skills and responsibilities required for remote customer support…

Paul Haesemeyer Ethan Brown For the Journal Review Two current or former Wabash College students have accepted international fellowships to Latvia and Germany. Paul Haesemeyer ’21 earned a Fulbright open study/research award to Latvia, while Ethan Brown ’24 claimed a Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship to study in Germany. Haesemeyer will be based in Riga, Latvia, with the goal of completing a book that explores the histories, traditions, and people involved with Latvian knitting. The book, “Adišanas stast,” will feature knitting patterns inspired by interviews with local craftspeople. He will work closely with the Latvian National Centre for Culture to spotlight…

As Tax Day approaches, it’s a good time to bring the significant tax contributions of immigrants—including undocumented immigrants—into the spotlight. These contributions are indispensable to the health and success of America’s public services and programs. Immigrant households paid $492.4 billion in total taxes in 2019 alone, based on analysis of data from the American Community Survey. Their contributions included $330.7 billion in federal income taxes and $161.7 billion in state and local taxes. Through their tax payments, immigrants play an outsized role in supporting public services like schools and police departments as well as social safety net programs, such as…