Get 'Remote Ready'

With Pointer Remote

Whether you're new to remote work or you've been doing it for years, our Get 'Remote Ready' e-course will build your confidence, give you access to industry leaders and ensure that you are 'remote ready' to work from anywhere. This self-paced program covers a variety of aspects of remote work including; managing change, finding and maintaining a work/life blend, preparing your resume and for interviews (with a remote focus) and more.

Created by remote work specialists

Established in 2017, Pointer Remote has been connecting people with meaningful jobs that they can do from anywhere. Our Get 'Remote Ready' program is facilitated by our Founder and Managing Director, Jo Palmer, an award-winning advocate for remote work. The program includes content from topic experts from a range of fields and industries, ensuring you get access to best practise in the 'remote work' space.

Course modules

  • 1

    Overview

    • Pointer Remote Disclaimer

    • Welcome

  • 2

    Time management and organisation

    • Module overview

    • Organisation, productivity and time management activity

    • Managing your workflow

    • Planning your work day

    • Autonomy

  • 3

    Change management

    • Module overview

    • Topic expert

    • Your personal SWOT

    • Another perspective...

  • 4

    Understand your personality for work

    • Module overview

    • Topic expert

    • Understanding personality in the workplace

    • Work strengths and preferences assessment

    • DISC

    • Myers Briggs

  • 5

    Career skills and resume building

    • Module overview

    • Map your skills

    • Preparing your resume for remote work

    • Resume companion guide

    • Resume template

    • More resume advice

    • Topic expert

    • Behind the scenes with a recruiter!

    • Interview questions for soft skills you may be asked

    • How interviews can be conducted, remotely

  • 6

    Remote work and well-being

    • Module overview

    • Topic expert

    • Crafting your dream career

    • Crafting your dream career - workbook

    • Ask me anything session with Dr Bailey Bosch from 2020

  • 7

    Technology tools and know-how

    • Module overview

    • Topic expert

    • Cyber resilience for individuals

    • nbn background

    • nbn providers

    • 4G modems

    • Wifi in your home

    • VoWifi and VOIP

    • Phishing

    • Pwned

    • Social media

    • VPN

    • Passwords

    • Password managers

    • Device security

    • Cloud drives and backup security

  • 8

    Ready to work, remotely!

    • Module overview

    • Staying 'visual' when you work remotely

    • Compliance

    • Tips for successful remote work

    • Setting up for success

    • Workplace ergonomics

    • Remote work opportunities

Get 'Remote Ready'

with Pointer Remote

"Fantastic work from Jo and the team and incredibly helpful and informative on so many counts, self-esteem and technology were notable and of course being organised and tools for this."

"This program really set me in a great place to be able to understand what expectations I should be putting on myself rather than setting myself up for a fail by not setting boundaries and time to do all I wish to achieve."

"The program provided really valuable insights into the recruitment process. Loved the thoughts and tips around negotiating pay and not getting hung up on meeting a job advertisement 100%. I actually gave my cv a complete overhaul as a result."

"The organisation and time management aspects of the program have been extremely beneficial for me personally. All of the information was great."

FAQS

  • I've never worked remotely before. Is this right for me?

    Certainly is. This course will give you the confidence to apply for your first remote job or to start working remotely for the first time.

  • I already work remotely. Is this right for me?

    You're in the right place. If you already work remotely, this program will give you strategies, tips and tricks to help you work more efficiently and effectively, remotely.

  • What support will I get from you?

    This is a self-paced online learning experience. If you would like one on one support specific to you, get in touch to find out about our coaching and mentoring programs. Email [email protected] for more details.

  • What is your refund policy if I change my mind?

    Sorry, there are no refunds if you change your mind. However, if there is a problem with the program, please get in touch with with us at [email protected] within 7 days so we can fix it for you or give you your money back.

Get 'Remote Ready'

Purchase our self-paced, e-learning program with unlimited module access