Michelle Coulson has been working remotely from Bali, Indonesia, for the last couple of years. Prior to the pandemic, the in-house recruiter was based in London, but Michelle decided that she wanted the freedom and flexibility to explore the world. At the time, she already had a four-day remote-work arrangement with her company, but she felt it wasn't enough.
In 2020, the 36-year-old journeyed through Spain and Portugal in her motorhome before making her way to Bali, where she intended to stay for just two months.
Her company soon called her back to London, but by that point, Michelle had already built a life for herself in Bali, and enjoyed how working remotely had allowed her to forge many new connections in co-working spaces, cafes and guest-houses.
And so she quit her job and chose to remain in Indonesia. Now, the remote-work advocate uses her recruitment expertise to help others find remote jobs so that they can live the lifestyle they desire. Her start-up, Remote Rebellion, offers coaching services for people who want to transition to fully-remote work.
"I believe that people find a job that works around their lifestyle, and not have to create a life around a job in a specific location," she says.
The New Normal?
A recent survey by human resource consulting firm Randstad Singapore revealed that two in five workers here would not accept a job if they were unable to work from home, or if the job didn't offer flexible working hours.
Of the 1,000 survey respondents, aged between 18 and 67, 77 per cent also said that they value the importance of remote work, but only 52 per cent shared that their companies offered them remote working options. In addition, slightly more than a quarter of respondents said that they've quit a job because it didn't provide enough flexibility with regard to working hours and location.
Esta historia es de la edición December 2022 de Her World Singapore.
Comience su prueba gratuita de Magzter GOLD de 7 días para acceder a miles de historias premium seleccionadas y a más de 9,000 revistas y periódicos.
Ya eres suscriptor ? Conectar
Esta historia es de la edición December 2022 de Her World Singapore.
Comience su prueba gratuita de Magzter GOLD de 7 días para acceder a miles de historias premium seleccionadas y a más de 9,000 revistas y periódicos.
Ya eres suscriptor? Conectar
What Are Some Watches That Double As Pieces Of Art?
The Bvlgari Fenice High Jewellery watch is a spell-binding expression of the Italian jeweller's audacious aesthetic.
Getting To The Seoul Of K-Beauty
The days of complex 10-step skincare routines may be behind us, but K-beauty's skin-first approach continues to dominate markets worldwide. Here's a closer look at the phenomenon.
My Super Power Is Saying No
It's 2009, and some 1.67 million Singaporeans are tuning into the two-hour finale of the hit Chinese language series The Little Nyonya, transfixed by the multi-generational saga of three Peranakan families.
New York State Of Mind
Inspired by the Big Apple, Coach's new Times Square Tabby is an amalgamation of the city's love stories, both old and new.
Building Safer Workplaces
As an increasing number of workplaces are understanding the importance of mental health, we ask three leaders what it will take to move the needle to create environments where we can speak up, challenge the status quo, and have our needs met.
What Beauty Routine Should You Follow If You Have Eczema?
Quinn Chen, co-founder of Singapore beauty brand, Ice's Secret, answers.
A Mid-Career Change Is Not A Crisis
A mid-career switch, while daunting, can be the key to unlocking a more fulfilling and aligned professional life.
It's Cool To Get Cold
Ice baths are popping up around Singapore, waiting for you to take the plunge.
Will joining a breast cancer support group help me with my healing journey?
Emily Goh, senior medical social worker, answers.
PASSION FOR A CAUSE
Rebellion of the academic sort - runs in Anna Yip's blood. The deputy CEO of Singtel Singapore tells us how self-love, confidence, and a passion for tech guide her as she leads one of the nation's most established telecommunications companies into the future.