The pandemic upended our lives in more ways than one. It changed the way we communicate; it changed our motivations, and it changed the way we think about work. Suddenly, the concept of a 9-to-5 felt archaic and out of touch. We realised that we didn’t need to be bound by tradition. We had all…
Every generation, we get to reimagine the way we work. In the 1940s, World War I brought women into the workplace like never before. In the 1990s, PCs, emails and the internet impacted productivity, decision-making speed & communications, allowing us to work effectively with other timezones. In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic chased employees from the…
Winters in Europe can be harsh. Great if you have snow mixed with some sunshine and you can go skiing. However, the reality is most likely rain and grey skies. Wouldn’t it be great to escape the cold season while still being in the same time zone and working on your projects as usual? Flo-worker…
I’ve just secured my dream job at Great Influence. There was one key thing missing from my interview process… The interview 😅 Even reading the word interview sends shivers down my spine. Your palms are sweaty. You’re sitting in an awkward-fitting suit and can’t get comfortable. Your mouth is dry. You’re in a formal boardroom,…
How many of your friends, colleagues or employees are not only working remotely now but work from anywhere? Many around us have become full-time or part-time digital nomads. They might work from home at times, stop by an office or coworking space regularly, but also are out and about a lot. A big part of…
Have a friend or a family who’s working from remotely? Maybe their home office could do with a new look? Whether you’re looking for a Secret Santa gift or fancy splashing out on a loved one who works from home. As experts in working remotely, we believe we have the gift ideas, x10! Talking from…
Everybody knows the feeling of that afternoon slump that tends to come during the workday. This lack of energy can leave you feeling unmotivated and unproductive. Luckily, there are some simple steps you can take to refuel and recharge to avoid this scenario. This resource guide explains your options. Create a workspace that’s conducive to…
At Othership, we love our flo-working community, we love to meet virtually and in real life and we love coffee and croissants! Combine all three of these and you get a Cowork & Brunch event! What is Cowork & Brunch The short answer is: a regular networking event in a workspace that serves great coffee…
If we had asked this question a few years ago – chances are that the answers would have looked very different. Before the extended work from home period caused by the pandemic the highest level of flexibility you could find in a workspace was the choice between your fixed desk, a meeting room or the…
Dear Diary, Travelling has been difficult this year with many restrictions, passenger locator forms and Covid-tests. I couldn’t travel to my usual surf destinations in France and the Canary Islands. In return, I got to spend some time in Cornwall. It’s a paradise for surfers, just without the good weather guarantee that you have in…
