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The Art of Working Remotely: How to Thrive in a Distributed Workplace Kindle Edition

by Scott Dawson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 25 ratings
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People aren't typically taught how to thrive in a distributed workplace. Sure, they formally study to learn a specific occupation: design, marketing, sales, development, finance, law, or education. But can they perform that occupation at a high level when they're not physically with other people? Remote workers have to learn on their own. If you work from home, a coworking space, or coffee shop, this book is for you. The author's anecdotes about his 21-year remote work journey will inform and entertain you. Discover how to set up a quality workspace. Learn the behaviors and practices that contribute to remote worker success. You, too, can thrive in a distributed workplace.

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"One of the best Remote Working books of all time" - BookAuthority

Scott proves an essential point that's often misunderstood in business: remote work is still work. It demands emotional intelligence, self-management, and autonomy. -- Laurel Farrer, Remote Work Consultant and Founder of The Remote Association

Using the connective power of storytelling, Scott shares how his experiences taught him priceless lessons about how to work--and thrive--as a remote professional.-- Tammy Bjelland, founder and CEO of Workplaceless

Essential lessons for any remote worker: The Art of Working Remotely delivers keen remote career advice through Scott's witty and anecdotal writing.-- Adam Engst, Publisher of TidBITS

From the Inside Flap

Remote work is on the rise in the United States. Gallup reported that, in 2016, 43% of U.S. employees worked remotely in some capacity, up from 39% in 2012. According to the 2017 State of Telecommuting in the U.S. Employee Workforce Report, the number of U.S. workers doing at least half of their job from a non-office location more than doubled between 2005 and 2015. 


When you think about remote work, you might have some questions:

  • How do you stay motivated?
  • How do you stay connected?
  • How do you avoid staying "out of sight and out of mind"?

I've answered these questions (and many more) for friends and colleagues who work remotely, or are thinking about starting to work remotely.
 One of my colleagues asked me for tips in a poignant instant messaging thread. He was struggling as a new father who recently started working remotely. He was having trouble finding his groove and getting his work done. That messaging thread was the catalyst for this book.
If you're new to working remotely, I'm sure you'll find something here that will help you get started on the right track. If you're a veteran, I hope you find a tip or two to help you have a renewed relationship with your remote work lifestyle.


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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07TZTQRM2
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Knight Rose Press; 1st edition (July 25, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 25, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 296 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
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Scott Dawson lives in Trumansburg, New York with his wife Amy and two children, Elizabeth and Xander. He’s a web designer and developer and enjoys writing, acting, creating art, and making music. He’s an avid skier in the winter and runs year-round on the roads and trails of Tompkins County in upstate New York.

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Jonathan Cook
5.0 out of 5 stars A Navigator for Remote Landscapes
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2019
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The world of work has become much less predictable over recent years, and every arrangement of remote work is different. However, Scott Dawson has sketched out a guide to elements of the remote work landscape that people are likely to encounter on their individual journeys. This book will be especially useful in helping people consider the challenges and opportunities of working remotely before they begin.
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Shannon B.
4.0 out of 5 stars Could use some editing, but the ideas are sound and the author is likable.
Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2020
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At times, it could use a good editor, and I would also recommend some different formatting (I’m reading the Kindle version) because the repeat lessons at the end of its chapter do not stand out, and they should. These are things that could easily be improved about the book itself.
In terms of ideas, I enjoyed it. I think the author and I are probably a lot alike. I could relate to a lot of his career experiences, and although I’ve only been working remotely for the last few months due to Covid, my remote life looks a lot like his (including a break for duolingo). However, I could really use the tips on communication because while discipline and introversion were skills I was born with, remembering to make the opportunities to communicate outside the office was not.

The book went by fast, and I wish I had taken notes on the particular sections I’d like to remember or re-read. That’s my advice to you, reader. Because the way it’s organized, it won’t necessarily be easy to go back and find those gems.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2020
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Joosep
3.0 out of 5 stars Easy read about life of one remote worker
Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2020
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It's an easy read about a long time remote worker life.
I gave only 3 stars because the advise is more like "there is no one size fits all; google yourself". It does cover most of the topics to think about of one thinks about starting remote work career. But it doesn't have the answers.
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Hope Lewis
5.0 out of 5 stars Teacher Saved With This Book!
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2020
As a teacher, I did not run out and buy this book when it first came out. How would this be applicable to me? Well, April 13th changed that mindset. I was quickly thrown into trying to be an instrumental music teacher at home. The first week did not go well, there was a lot to try to figure out. The second week, I bought this book and was instantly bombarded with great ideas about how to set up my home, manage my time, and most importantly, how to stay sane. I went from feeling hopeless to feeling like I can do this a (little at a time).

As a teacher, I appreciate the story-telling aspect with the high-lighted advice at the end. I can just go to the highlights for a refresher. As someone who knows Scott, I appreciate that he walks the walk. I am gradually wrapping my brain around remote teaching and being creative in ways I never thought thanks to the many ideas in this book. The ideas are practical and easy to implement.

This is a great book for all of us who are doing anything remotely.
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Kevin Mackenzie
2.0 out of 5 stars This book is just a vanity project
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2020
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This book is mostly his autobiography. The recommendations in it for remote work are obvious. Waste of money to buy it really.
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Rob Haddad
5.0 out of 5 stars Timely for all, this book neatly threads real-world experiences with practical WFH advice
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2020
Well, today is April 3, 2020 -- a moment in time where every keystroke is accompanied by an abundance of awareness. As the "new normal" steadily grows its roots into our way of life, we have no choice but to adapt and improve. Most of us have only just reached the shores of WFH Island, whereas Scott has been a local resident for years. Succinctly, Scott takes us through an engaging story of his professional experiences, while mapping out the terrain of WFH Island to help ease our transition into this new world...
**On a personal note, I'm fortunate enough to have seen Scott in action, as we collaborated on several new business ventures together. After reading his book, I'm not surprised how he was able to pull it all off so well -- where Scott's ability to maintain a steady, focused discipline lending to the successes in his professional life are genuinely reflected in the passages of this book. One would be hard-pressed to find a more credible voice on the topic. Enjoy the insights!**
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Adam Engst
5.0 out of 5 stars The key to a successful remote career is to live your life intentionally
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2019
Scott Dawson joined my cross country team several years ago. In training runs and at races, he told me about his various projects: drawing every day for a year, taking the lead in a local play, creating a photo book with hundreds of images for his daughter’s graduation. I thought, “How does he possibly find the time?!?” After reading “The Art of Working Remotely,” I know the answer. Scott lives more intentionally than anyone I’ve ever met, and the keen advice he dispenses with wit and anecdote in this book grows from that intentionality. Read it and you, too, can apply his lessons to your remote career.
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