The Remote Hive Podcast
by Darren Cronian
The Remote Hive is a weekly podcast to help you find remote work and escape the office! Your host, Darren Cronian, shares advice based on his own experiences. He has worked remotely for ten years with large and small remote companies
Episodes
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Why Applying for More Remote Jobs Won’t Get You More Interviews
Are you applying for dozens of remote jobs but struggling to get interviews? You spend hours searching job boards, updating your resume, and sending applications. But despite all that effort, you’re either receiving rejection emails or hearing absolutely nothing back. So what do you do? You start...
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Why Your Remote Job Resume Gets Rejected Before a Human Reads It
You can be qualified for a remote job and still struggle to get your resume in front of the right person. In this episode, I explain what can happen after you hit apply, how Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other screening processes are used, and why a generic resume can make it harder for...
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Why You're Getting Rejected From Remote Jobs Without an Interview
You've applied for a remote job. Strong experience, right skills. Then, nothing. No interview. Just silence or another rejection email. In the first episode of this new series, Darren breaks down the two real reasons experienced professionals get ignored during remote job applications, drawing on...
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Remote Job Search Mistakes You Need to Avoid
Your job search approach can make or break your chances before you even apply. In this episode, I share the common job search mistakes remote job seekers need to avoid — from applying everywhere without a plan to relying only on big job boards. You’ll learn how to create a smarter, more focused...
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How to Attract Headhunters for Remote Jobs
If you’re searching for a remote job, you’ve likely spent hours tweaking your resume, sending out applications, and networking on LinkedIn. What if the best opportunities come directly to you instead? That’s where headhunters come in. Check out our free guide to learn more about how to attract...
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Why is Remote Work Dying in 2025?
In this episode, I talk about why is remote work dying in 2025? Yes, I am sad to report that the number of people working full-time from home is reducing year on year. I talk about why this is happening and what you can do to increase your chances of landing a remote job in 2025 and beyond. Sign…
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Create Your Own Remote Job Opportunities
Rather than focusing all your time on remote job boards, spend some time to reach out and to companies you’d like to work for. The strategy I am going to talk through today will help you create remote job opportunities rather than waiting for your dream job to appear. Don’t forget to sign up to…
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How to Get Noticed for Remote Jobs
The fierce competition and standing out require more than just a polished resume. Whether you’re looking for greater flexibility, a better work-life balance, or the freedom to work from anywhere. In this podcast episode, we offer practical advice you can implement immediately. The full transcript...
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A Message to my Listeners
Today, I woke up and needed to record this podcast episode. If you're subscribed to my podcast on any channel, please listen. It's an important message and only 2 minutes long. I hope this episode motivates and inspires you to live your best life.
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Are you Lazy or an Action Taker?
This is a very short, off-the-cuff episode of the Remote Hive podcast. As a remote work coach, I ask a few questions before spending any time working with a client, and the response determines if I work with them or not. You can tell a lot about a person by a few thought-provoking questions, and...
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Stuck In Your Remote Job Search? Listen for Free Coaching
Sorry to hear you’re stuck in your remote job search. It can be frustrating when your efforts don’t yield the expected results. Do not give up, though; learning and improving each application you submit is vital. Job hunting can be long, especially when looking for something specific, like a…
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Remote Job Application Hacks: How to Stand Out in a Competitive Market
Remote Job Application Hacks: How to Stand Out in a Competitive Market Standing out is crucial when applying for a remote job due to the sheer volume of applicants competing for each position. As remote work has grown in popularity, it has attracted a diverse and highly skilled workforce…
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How to Decide Which Role to Focus on When Applying for a Remote Job
Throughout your career, you might have experience in two or more roles, and when applying for remote jobs in these roles, you save time by sending the same resume. You then find yourself getting frustrated because of the rejection emails or no response at all. This is an issue I have experienced...
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Why Can't I Get a Remote Job? The Struggle is Real!
In this episode, we answer why I can't get a remote job? As well as delving into the common pitfalls many applicants face. Darren shares valuable insights and personal experiences to help you easily navigate the remote job market. Learn about remote job seekers' top mistakes and get actionable…
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The Remote Hive Podcast is Back!
Every Monday, the Remote Hive Podcast will be entering your ears! It's been a while since my last episode, and I am excited to be back and bringing you more great content. In this episode, I'll be answering a listener's question about remote job boards. Finding remote jobs can be challenging,...
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Pros and Cons of Being a Digital Nomad
Something a little different this week. I sit down in my Seoul apartment and talk about the pros and cons of being a digital nomad. I hope this episode is thought provoking if you’re thinking about working remotely and travelling the world. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Hive email at...
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You must do this one task to secure a remote job
In this episode, I go through a strategy that has worked for me and others when trying to secure a remote job. Most applicants will do the bare minimum but it’s your time to shine. Don’t forget to sign up to my free, weekly email called the Hive where I share more advice to help you find and land...
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Why can’t I get a remote job?
In this episode I answer a popular question, why can’t I get a remote job? It’s a tough question to answer because there are many factors at play. I dig into a few of the reasons though. Please subscribe to my free email, the Hive where I help people secure a remote job so they can escape the...
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What I Learned from 7 years of Applying for Remote Jobs
At the time of writing, it has been 7 years since I quit my office job to work remotely and travel. I secured 4 remote jobs with medium-sized companies to a Fortune 500 company during this time. Here’s what I learned from 7 years of applying for remote jobs.
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Make your Cover Letter Stand Out when Applying for Remote Jobs in 2022!
In this episode of the Remote Hive podcast, I offer advice on how to make your cover letter stand out when applying for remote jobs in 2022. Listen to the end and do the exercise to improve your cover letter and increase your chances of getting interviews.
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Ep.35 - How to Make Difficult Decisions
In this episode, Darren shares advice on how to make difficult decisions, based on his own experiences. Aged 38, he decided to quit his job and employer of 24 years to work remotely and travel. It was the biggest decision he has made in his life so far, and the tasks covered in the episode helped...
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Ep.34 - How Can I Get Over My Fear of Failure in Remote Job Interviews?
In this episode of the Remote Hive podcast, Darren shares his experiences with dealing with the fear of failure both in life and on remote job interviews. Sit down, and listen to his stories and coaching a listener who is struggling in interviews. Visualise any negative outcomes from the…
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Ep.33 - How to Keep Motivated When Working from Home
Millions of people are working from home for the very first time due to the Covid-19 pandemic. It is important to keep yourself motivated and productive while working from home. There are many distractions that will stop you from working and when you are working in isolation it can be difficult…
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Ep.32 - Pros & Cons of Remote Contracting Jobs Vs Freelancing
In this episode of the Remote Hive podcast, I share the Pros & Cons of Remote Contracting Jobs Vs Freelancing. You might be surprised to learn that when I quit my job and employer of 24 years, the thought of contracting was not in my plans. Initially, I thought I would just freelance for…
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Ep.31 - 10 Questions About Remote Working Answered
In this episode of the Remote Hive Podcast, Darren answers 10 common remote working questions that are asked by coaching clients and readers. Transitioning from working in the office to remote work runs smoother when you are informed. Often the biggest challenge is knowing how to get started and...
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Ep.30 - Why You Are Not Getting a Remote Job Interview
Having applied for numerous remote jobs and also coaching clients, these are the more common reasons why you are not getting a remote job. These are the mistakes that many people make. The fact is most applicants do the bear minimum to apply for a job and you need to put more effort in and stand...
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Ep.29 - What You Need to Know About Health and Money as a Digital Nomad
In this episode, Darren shares his experiences dealing with health and money as a digital nomad. He shares what you need to know and think about before quitting your job to work remotely and travel. Darren also answers the popular question about tax and healthcare while travelling around the…
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Ep.28 - Must Do Tasks Before Starting an Online Business
Before you think about business names, creating a website, or, how you are going to make money, these are 3 must do tasks. Don’t do these tasks and your business will fail. Why? Your audience should be in the front of your mind whenever you make any decisions on your business. All of these tasks...
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Ep.27 - How to Get Remote Work: Interview
In this episode, Darren is interviewed for a virtual event on how to get remote work. The host, Lotte, asks a series of questions about his experiences when looking to land a remote job and some of the mistakes made. It's important to be creative and stand out to be successful and in the episode,...
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Ep.26 - Working from Home For the First Time - 10 Remote Work Tips Due to Coronavirus (Covid-19)
Millions of people from around the world will soon be working from home for the first time, due to the spread of Covid-19 (also known as CoronaVirus). Having worked from home and remotely for over five years, it was important for me to share some of the challenges and tasks that you might want to...
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Ep25 - 3 Productivity Hacks to Supercharge Your Workday
In this episode, Darren shares productivity hacks to supercharge your work day and make you a more productive remote worker. He focuses on 3 hacks that have helped him become more productive within his business and increase the amount of content he's publishing to increase his audience. All of…
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Ep24 - Essential Travel Safety Tips for Digital Nomads
With the Coronavirus in the news, the topic of this week's post was chosen. In the episode, I share the precautions that I'll be taking when heading to Thailand which is one of the countries impacted with the virus. I also share 7 essential travel safety tips for Digital Nomads. Travel creates...
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Ep23 - How to Find Your First Freelance Client
Starting out as a freelancer can be tough and one of the challenges we all have to overcome is how to find your first client and how much to charge them. In this episode, I cover both topics from a listener question and request. Freelancing gives you complete freedom and flexibility because you…
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Ep22 - Lessons Learned from 5 Years of Working Remotely while Travelling the World
In this episode, Darren discusses his lessons learned from 5 years of Working Remotely while travelling the world. For one person to quit a well-paid, secure job of 24 years, is a brave decision, especially when the future is so unknown. To also travel around the world solo, as well as trying to...
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Ep21 - 4 Hacks to Find a Remote Job in 2020
In this episode, Darren shares his experiences and offers 4 hacks to find a remote job in 2020. What many people don't realise is that the competition is fierce for remote jobs and you could be up against hundreds of people across the world. It's incredibly important to stand out and be creative...
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Invest in Yourself in 2020 - Personal Development is Important
One of the lessons I have learnt in 2019, is that it's important to invest in yourself in 2020. This year, for the first time, I spent money on my own personal development and felt this helped me a lot this year. Without this investment, I really doubt that I'd be at the situation where I am…
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Things I Learned from Getting Sued for Libel - Episode 20
Getting sued is not a nice experience and in this episode I share my story of how I was sued and the things I learnt from this experience. Please note that none of this is legal advice, but an opportunity to share my experience and the lessons learned so you do not make the same mistakes. After...
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The TRUTH about Making Money Online - Episode 19
In this episode, Darren talks about the final steps in his 12-step exit strategy that resulted in him successfully quitting his 9-5 job of 24 years to work and travel the world. Talking about the type of remote work you can do while travelling, building your side hustle and networking. We also...
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The FIRST TASK YOU MUST DO Before Starting an Online Business
In this episode, I talk about the first task you must do before starting an online business. It's important that you move forward and be an action taker, rather than spending months creating a business plan and all the subsequent plans you have to create. Instead follow my solution, get to know...
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4 Must Take Steps Before Quitting Your 9-to-5 Job to Work and Travel - Episode 17
In this episode, Darren shares 4 must take steps before quitting your 9-to-5 job to work remotely and travel the world. This is the 2nd in a 3 part series. Thinking about the skills analysis, including employment, passions and skills that you need to learn. The last episode (Ep. 16) goes through...
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Should I Quit my Job to Work and Travel Without a Plan? Episode 16
In this episode, I answer the question should I quit my job to work and travel without a Plan and delve into the initial steps of my exit strategy that was used to transition from my 9-to-5 job of 24 years to work remotely and travel. The first stage is realising if remote working is right for…
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Common Fears of Quitting a Job to Work and Travel - Episode 15
In this weeks episode of The Remote Hive, Darren shares some of the common fears of quitting a job to work and travel based on discussions with coaching clients. You will have to overcome a lack of confidence, self doubt and mindset issues to transition into a remote worker who travels. It's...
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4 Signs It's Time to Quit Your 9-to-5 Job [S1/E14]
In this bonus episode, I talk through 4 signs it's time to quit your 9-to-5 Job. It's important that you make an informed decision when quitting your job and plan the transition into a remote worker who travels. My main reason for creating this episode is that I still find it bewildering that I...
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How to Live With a Lack of Job Security When you Quit Your 9-5 Job [S1/E13]
In this episode, I offer some ideas and tips on how to live with a lack of job security when you quit your 9-5 job. It's a fear that many face when making the decision to quit their job. It's a mindset shift and there are some tasks which will make you worry less about how insecure it can be when...
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Real Talk: The Struggles Running an Online Business [S1/E12]
In today's episode, it's time for some real talk, and I talk about the struggles of running an online business. Focusing more on the challenges and first impressions after what is only two months. Working 9-5 in an office for a company or, even a remote job, is much less stressful than running an...
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How I Saved £10,000 in 12 Months - Money Saving Tips [S1/E11]
Here are four money saving tips and my story of how I saved £10,000 in 12 months using these techniques. You have to make sacrifices to save money and transition from working the 9-5 to become a remote worker, either to work from home or while travelling. Not having enough money is the reason why...
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10 Side Hustle Ideas to Make Money Online While Working Full Time [S1/E10]
In this episode, we take a look at 10 side hustle ideas to make money online. Creating a side hustle will help you save money so you can eventually quit your job to become a remote worker, or, give you the opportunity to learn a new skill that will make you more employable. What is a side hustle?...
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The 3 Biggest Mistakes to Avoid when Searching for Remote Jobs [S1/E9]
In this week's episode of This Remote Life, I share what are the 3 biggest mistakes to avoid when finding remote jobs. It's important to realise that you have a global audience applying for remote jobs, compared when you apply for a local job, only people who live within the city will apply. Take...
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The Importance of a Daily Routine as a Remote Worker [S1/E8]
After a week break, I am back with a new episode, and today the topic is the importance of a daily routine. Being productive and having a work-life balance is important as a remote worker so you can be productive in work but also have the time to enjoy your passions and interests in life. In the...
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Why Remote Working is so Hard [S1/E7]
In today's episode, we go through why remote working is so hard and take a look at the solutions to some of the issues that remote workers face. The reason for focusing on the negative aspect of remote work is so you are forewarned and can plan for these events as they are mistakes that many…
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The Remote Hive is a weekly podcast to help you find remote work and escape the office! Your host, Darren Cronian, shares advice based on his own experiences. He has worked remotely for ten years with large and small remote companies
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