2015: A year in (and out of) the office
January 1, 2016, 8 a.m. by Lloyd Alter
The way we work and the jobs we do are changing fast. Are you keeping up?
Are you being watched at work?
December 15, 2015, 6:07 a.m. by Lloyd Alter
He sees you when you’re driving. He knows when you're on break.
Remember those ads that predicted the future?
November 24, 2015, 6:21 a.m. by Lloyd Alter
In 1994, AT&T ran a series of ads that got much of it right, but missed the big thread.
San Juan Islanders build Internet service from scratch
November 3, 2015, 12:03 p.m. by Lloyd Alter
If you can't join the ISPs, you can actually beat them, Washington state community finds.
Telecommuting isn't for everyone (or every job)
October 22, 2015, 2:34 p.m. by Lloyd Alter
Surprisingly, this study notes that it doesn't work for forklift drivers or waitresses.
These Goats do roam (and they'll show you how)
October 19, 2015, 11:24 a.m. by John Donovan
Canadian couple leave home behind to travel and blog their way to 'location independence.'
Why Danes are happier at work than Americans
June 5, 2014, 7:30 p.m. by Starre Vartan
Working less is better for health, well-being and even productivity. So why are Americans still working so many hours?
Strong company culture is key to telecommuting success
October 25, 2013, 12:25 p.m. by Chad Brooks, BusinessNewsDaily
Working from home can save money, time and stress for all parties — when done the right way.
73% say workplace flexibility is important [Infographic]
September 3, 2013, 4:22 p.m. by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
The third annual Moms Corps Workplace Flexibility Survey examines workforce preferences and more.
56% say telecommuting causes workplace jealousy
August 27, 2013, 9:11 p.m. by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
A survey conducted by SodaHead.com examines the current state of telecommuting in the United States.
Tea Party-friendly Georgia has biggest auto fees
August 21, 2013, 5:49 p.m. by Jim Motavalli
Drivers in the Peach State pay an average of $4,233 to own a car for a year. In tax-and-spend Oregon, it's just $2,204. What gives?
4 productivity-boosting home office must-haves
August 21, 2013, 3 p.m. by Melissa Hincha-Ownby
A well-stocked home office leads to a more productive telecommuter.
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Why are my plants turning yellow?
A closer look at yellowing leaves on plants can help gardeners get to the root of the problem.
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7 surprising facts about dragonflies
Like did you know they can fly backward, have almost 360-degree vision and they're ferocious?
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What is the best way to get rid of poison ivy?
The simplest and best answer is 'very carefully.'
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Top 10 vegetables to grow in your garden
These nutritional powerhouses can flourish in your yard or in containers.
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Good bug, bad bug: How can you tell the difference?
Most bugs are harmless, but here's how to tell the good from the bad — plus organic solutions.
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Got moles? Read this
Don't make a mountain of a literal mole hill. Follow these tips to a mole-free lawn.
