Not sure what kind of remote work to pursue? Remote Work Explorer helps you explore 44 career paths, compare them side by side, and narrow down the directions worth investigating.
Here’s a simple way to get started.
1. Start with What Matters to You
Before exploring different work areas, think about a few things:
- What kinds of tasks do you enjoy?
- What would you rather avoid?
- Do you prefer working with people, information, technology, or creative projects?
- How much time and money could you realistically invest in learning something new?
You don’t need perfect answers. Just keep your preferences in mind as you explore.
2. Explore Your Options
Open Remote Work Explorer and browse the available work areas.
Look beyond job titles. Pay attention to:
- What the Work Looks Like: Understand the tasks involved.
- Core Skills: See which abilities the work typically requires.
- Entry Difficulty: Get a general sense of the barriers to starting.
- Getting Started: Explore common entry routes.
- Work Style: Consider whether the work suits your preferences.
- Pay Information: Compare U.S. occupational benchmarks, not guaranteed earnings.
- Watch-outs: Understand potential drawbacks before committing.
You don’t need to study every detail. Focus on identifying areas that genuinely interest you.
3. Compare Your Top Three
As you browse, use the My Interest column to mark areas as High, Maybe, or No.
Choose up to three promising areas, then open the COMPARE MY 3 sheet to see them side by side.
Ask yourself:
- Which type of work would I enjoy doing regularly?
- Which entry route seems realistic for my circumstances?
- What trade-offs am I comfortable with?
- Which option would I like to investigate further?
The goal isn’t to find a perfect career. It’s to identify a promising direction.
4. Choose Your Next Direction
Pick one area you’d like to explore further.
You don’t need to commit to it permanently or start paying for training.
For now, your goal is simply to understand which direction is worth your attention.
If you’re still undecided, keep your other shortlisted areas as alternatives.
Ready to explore?
Already have a direction in mind? Your next step is to assess your skills and identify any gaps before deciding whether you need additional preparation.