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Do some independent research
- Website: Look for the company's "about" and "careers" pages, where you can find information about values, perks, and culture.
- Blog: The company may have published a behind-the-scenes look at how they transitioned to remote work or the different social initiatives their team members are part of.
- Social Media: See if they are responding to customer service inquiries promptly and respectfully.
- Employee reviews: Search for keywords like 'remote' or 'values'.
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Ask specific questions
At the end of a job interview, you should have the opportunity to ask questions.
Ask questions about culture qualities you've identified as important to you. Remote-specific questions about company culture include:
- How does your team maintain strong bonds?
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Connect with current (or former) employees
Getting in touch with current and/or former team members can give you valuable knowledge.
- Consider asking the hiring manager to introduce you to a few employees who can answer your questions about culture.
- Or use LinkedIn to search for current and former emp...
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Use the hiring process as your cue
Pay attention to the following points during the remote hiring process.
- Organisation. Is the hiring process disorganised and full of misunderstanding and frustrations, or do they have streamlined systems that show evident respect for your time? ...
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Observe what you can
When you're interviewing remotely, pay attention to the details available.
As you speak to a hiring manager or other team members, pay attention to how content they seem in their roles. Do they seem excited about bringing somebody new onto the team? Or are they exhaust...
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Evaluating company culture
Company culture is a necessary part to consider when evaluating whether a job is a good match for you. The work environment can have a significant impact on your experience and satisfaction in your role.
There are some pointers to help you understand the company's culture ...
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Know what you're looking for
When searching for your next position, a list of must-haves like pay and benefits should also include values you want your company to prioritize.
Perhaps an adequate work-life balance is vital if you are a remote worker. Or maybe you're lo...
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