Answers to 4 Common Questions about Flexible Jobs and Job Searching

Answers to 4 Common Questions about Flexible Jobs and Job Searching Answers to 4 Common Questions about Flexible Jobs and Job Searching When hosts webinars for job seekers, we get asked some fantastic questions. We answered a total of 38 of the most common questions about job searches, resumes and cover letters, how to use, and more! In this article, were looking at the four  most common questions about flexible jobs and job searching. To see all the other common questions and answers, check out the articles below: 12 Common Questions about Job Applications and Job Search Hurdles Answers to 8 Common Questions about Using Answers to 3 Common Questions About Job Searching for Older Workers Answers to 11 Common Questions about Resumes and Cover Letters And if you’d like to watch our previous webinars or attend an upcoming live one, check out the Job Search Webinars and Videos section on the blog. Here are 4 Common Questions about Flexible Jobs and Job Searching: Remote, Freelance, Part-Time, Etc. Q: What are all the different types of flexible jobs? Since 2007, has been researching and tracking the flexible job market related to remote jobs, flexible schedule jobs, part-time positions, and freelance contracts. We list flexible jobs on our site in over 55 career fields  so there are flexible job opportunities for almost any career imaginable. Here are some specifics about the different types of flexible jobs we see: The top career fields for remote jobs (jobs that let you work from home) include  Computer and IT,  Medical and Health,  Sales,  Education and Training,  Customer Service,  Accounting and Finance, and  HR and Recruiting. Common job titles for flexible and remote jobs include software developer, writer, accountant, teacher or tutor, nurse, case manager, project manager, business development, consultant, recruiter, editor, UX/UI designer, medical coder, and customer service representative. Q: Who are flexible jobs best suited for? The short answer is that almost everyone can benefit from a flexible job. Most of us can identify with the main reasons that people seek out flexible work:  work-life balance (76%), family (44%), time savings (42%), and commute stress (42%) have been the top four reported reasons people seek flexible work. But there are also specific groups of people who find flexible work especially helpful. That includes like working parents, caregivers, rural workers, people with health and disability issues, military spouses, and those who want or need to supplement their income. In fact, 61% of us have left or considered leaving a job because it did not offer flexible work options. Flexible jobs help us be healthier, reduce stress, save money, and make huge improvements to our overall quality of life. Q: Is searching for a flexible job any different than searching for a traditional job? Overall, searching for a flexible or remote job is very similar to a traditional job search, but there are some key differences: When you apply to a job, youll still be asked to submit a resume and cover letter as an application.  If you have previous flexible work experience, we highly recommend you include that in your job applications so employers know youve worked this way before. Also, highlight your best skills for the job  and  for the flexibility that it offers.  People who seek remote and flexible jobs need to showcase their skills in written and verbal communication, time and task management, learning new technology, and other key areas. And finally, especially for remote jobs, be prepared to interview via a phone or video call. We cover all the ins and outs of searching for a flexible or remote job in these articles on our blog! Q: I can’t seem to find flexible jobs with benefits like health insurance and vacation. Are there jobs with these benefits available? Yes, there are definitely flexible jobs with benefits! These tend to be full-time jobs, so if you’re looking for benefits, look for full-time jobs that are remote and/or have a flexible schedule, rather than part-time or freelance. However, there are some part-time employee roles that offer benefits, like these 9 Flexible Companies That Offer Part-Time Jobs with Benefits. BROWSE OPEN FLEXIBLE JOBS