2023 Is A Wrap🎊
End of the Year's review and Gratitude
Hi Superstars,
Firstly, greetings with a festive "Ho Ho Ho," and a Merry Christmas to you all! 🎉 This is the final newsletter for 2023. The journey has been amazing, and I'm deeply grateful for each one of you. Here are some remarkable highlights from 2023:
In January, we successfully launched our website/job board, and by March, we had garnered over 2.5 million traffic views.
February saw the creation of our community on Slack, which now boasts over 600 incredible superstars.
During the first quarter, we published our inaugural remote work resource, the Remote Work Salary Handbook—a guide designed to assist remote workers worldwide in understanding and negotiating their worth.
In April, we issued a call for volunteers, attracting exceptionally talented individuals to join our team. We also collaborated with our first remote tech company, Superreply Co.
May marked a milestone as we recorded over 19,000 users globally utilizing the job board to apply for opportunities. Additionally, we initiated a new segment in our blog called the "Remote Worker's Spotlight," featuring outstanding remote professionals from around the world sharing their experiences, insights on securing remote jobs, challenges faced, what has propelled their success, and advice for fellow job seekers.
June saw the release of our free remote work guides, "The ABC of a Successful Remote Job Application" and "Introduction to Remote Work” to help job seekers and professionals navigate remote living.
In August, we received stellar reviews from users attesting to their success in securing job opportunities through the job board and our services. We also introduced a new newsletter series, "The ABC of Remote Work," aimed at aiding job seekers and professionals in gaining a deeper understanding of remote work.
September brought over 20,000 users on TikTok, and our Instagram engagement surged compared to previous months.
By October, we participated in a total of 10 speaking engagements, both virtual and physical, discussing remote work in Africa and guiding job seekers on navigating remote work. We collaborated with incredible communities such as Google Women Techmakers, Ingressive for Good, SisterlyHQ, Women in Data, Wiicreate, and The Employment Bootcamp by Naomi Lucas.
During the same month, we published our resume templates and customization guide, assisting job seekers in crafting the perfect resume for their desired remote roles. Additionally, we secured our first tech startup partnership for advertising job openings, receiving commendations for our services.
In November, we upgraded the site from version 1.0 to 2.0, incorporating a more user-friendly interface and additional tags to promote more inclusive remote opportunities, particularly women-friendly roles for both tech and non-tech professionals.
As we conclude December, our job board boasts over 30,000 users and continues to receive positive reviews from job seekers worldwide. However, one thing remains and will continue to remain constant—one company, one job, and one job seeker at a time. Our goal is to bridge the gap, and we are committed to doing so.
End-of-the-Year Review and Feedback✨
We invite you to share your end-of-year reviews and feedback on our newsletter, social media content, career services, and job board. Kindly send your valuable insights to either contact@inclusivelyremote.com or inclusivelyremote@gmail.com. Your input is immensely valued and will significantly contribute to enhancing our impact in 2024. Thank you for helping us make a difference!
Sneak Peak of the Latest Hand-screened Remote Opportunities on the Job Board
Resources to Help in Your Remote Career Journey 📍
Our Slack community: this is a community built to connect with job seekers and digital nomads around the world. We have monthly free training, resources, and a helpline. Also, you get to make friends with other members. Link
Our job board: The Inclusively Remote job board is tailored to ensure everyone around the world gets equal opportunities, especially Africans. We have jobs that are inclusive for Africans. Link
Our Resume Templates: Each template is accompanied by a comprehensive customization guide to assist you in tailoring your resumes. Additionally, editable versions of the templates are provided for your convenience. Link
Our Social Media Handles: For daily tips on navigating your remote work career or tips to corporate success, check out our social media handles here Link
Introduction to Remote Work: Access our free ebook on what remote work is and how you can get remote jobs, especially other platforms to check out. Link
The ABC of a Successful Remote Job Application: Access our free ebook on how to tailor your resume and apply to remote jobs. I have tailored a resume template you can use as well as cold mail messages in drafting your cover letter. Link
The Remote Salary Handbook: This is the first published guide on remote work. Having been a remote worker from Africa, I know the struggles of getting good pay, I have been paid less countless times. This ebook lays down tips as well as templates to ensure no one gets to be like me. It’s currently on sale and would go a long way in your career journey. Link
End of The Year Love Notes ❤️
My Exceptional Superstar,
Here I am, crafting my second end-of-the-year love note to you, and my heart is brimming with joy. Who would have imagined that I'd be sharing this message for over 24 months, that Inclusivelyremote would still be thriving, and that I'd continue to connect remote opportunities for both tech and non-tech professionals? It's all because of you—each and every amazing soul.
I can't express my gratitude enough. Thank you immensely!
This year, we truly labored, but the coming year will be one of living—vibrantly and beautifully. It's our year of Approvals, Congratulations, and Acceptance. Get ready for radiant smiles and laughter. Here's to 2024, amazing superstars! Raises an imaginary glass of congratulations Welcome to a new era of grace and favor! Cheers!
Yours Truly,
Mary-Esther Anele (Your Career Cheerleader)