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The Remote Hive Podcast

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 over eight years with various remote companies including Fortune 500 brands.
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Ep.28 - Must Do Tasks Before Starting an Online Business

The Remote Hive PodcastAug 27, 2020

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A Message to my Listeners

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.

Aug 26, 202302:08
Are you Lazy or an Action Taker?
Jul 17, 202304:08
Stuck In Your Remote Job Search? Listen for Free Coaching
Jun 25, 202312:31
Remote Job Application Hacks: How to Stand Out in a Competitive Market
Apr 10, 202312:15
How to Decide Which Role to Focus on When Applying for a Remote Job
Apr 02, 202311:00
Why Can't I Get a Remote Job? The Struggle is Real!
Mar 26, 202308:52
The Remote Hive Podcast is Back!
Mar 19, 202310:02
Pros and Cons of Being a Digital Nomad
Mar 16, 202216:31
You must do this one task to secure a remote job
Mar 10, 202209:40
Why can’t I get a remote job?
Feb 17, 202212:27
What I Learned from 7 years of Applying for Remote Jobs

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.
Feb 12, 202211:22
Make your Cover Letter Stand Out when Applying for Remote Jobs in 2022!

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.
Feb 04, 202210:26
Ep.35 - How to Make Difficult Decisions
Nov 26, 202014:40
Ep.34 - How Can I Get Over My Fear of Failure in Remote Job Interviews?

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 interview and write them down. When you read your fears down, it helps to tackle them head on.

Oct 29, 202016:39
Ep.33 - How to Keep Motivated When Working from Home
Oct 21, 202014:10
Ep.32 - Pros & Cons of Remote Contracting Jobs Vs Freelancing

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 different companies and do this while travelling.  It wasn’t until a friend reached out to me about an opportunity with a US company that I discovered how common this was.  

Oct 16, 202016:21
Ep.31 - 10 Questions About Remote Working Answered

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 these are common questions asked. Whether you are looking to continue as an employee, but work from home, or, your focus is on working with freelance clients, these questions will help you get started and become a successful remote worker.

Oct 09, 202018:08
Ep.30 - Why You Are Not Getting a Remote Job Interview
Sep 17, 202010:20
Ep.29 - What You Need to Know About Health and Money as a Digital Nomad
Sep 03, 202020:55
Ep.28 - Must Do Tasks Before Starting an Online Business
Aug 27, 202013:31
Ep.27 - How to Get Remote Work: Interview

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, some ideas on how this can be done are revealed. You can find out more about the virtual event at https://howtogetremotework.com 

Jun 29, 202033:31
Ep.26 - Working from Home For the First Time - 10 Remote Work Tips Due to Coronavirus (Covid-19)

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 address.  Working remotely isn’t as simple as taking a laptop home and connecting to the internet.  

There’s a huge mindset change that needs to happen.

Hopefully, your employer will have a work from home policy or a process to help employees transition into remote workers.  It’s also hoped that employers are flexible, trusting and embrace this style of working. In this episode of the Remote Hive podcast, you will learn my 10 tips to working from home due to Covid 19 (CoronaVirus).  Links to resources in this podcast can be found at https://hivevine.com/podcast 

Mar 14, 202014:46
Ep25 - 3 Productivity Hacks to Supercharge Your Workday
Feb 06, 202016:22
Ep24 - Essential Travel Safety Tips for Digital Nomads

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 memories that last a lifetime, and while these are mostly positive experiences, they can also be negative. Most of the time it is common sense but these tips need to remind people of the dangers.  Show notes can be found at hivevine.com/podcast/ 

Jan 30, 202023:09
Ep23 - How to Find Your First Freelance Client
Jan 23, 202018:54
Ep22 - Lessons Learned from 5 Years of Working Remotely while Travelling the World
Jan 16, 202026:42
Ep21 - 4 Hacks to Find a Remote Job in 2020
Jan 09, 202019:31
Invest in Yourself in 2020 - Personal Development is Important

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 today, with coaching clients, a live website, podcast and YouTube channel. You don't have to spend as much as I did, but it's important you are multi-skilled, especially if you are applying for a remote job, freelancing or building an online business. Interested if anyone reads this information. If you do, drop me a message AND quote the podcast. I'll give 1 hour free training to the first 3 people who contact me.
Nov 06, 201904:03
Things I Learned from Getting Sued for Libel - Episode 20

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 spending 4 amazing days in Venice, I returned home to be instantly served with papers from the high court in London for $50,000 libel damages. Listen to the story and how I dealt with the situation. This episode is sponsored by Hivevine.com, a learning community for those that want to quit their 9-to-5 job to work remotely and travel.
Oct 17, 201916:49
The TRUTH about Making Money Online - Episode 19

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 delve into the truth about making money online and how difficult it is. 

Sep 20, 201924:55
The FIRST TASK YOU MUST DO Before Starting an Online Business

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 your business, audience and move forward.  This is a bonus episode with audio taken from my soon to launch YouTube channel. 

Sep 18, 201904:48
4 Must Take Steps Before Quitting Your 9-to-5 Job to Work and Travel - Episode 17

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 helping you make the decision if remote working is right for you. ExpressVPN is the website of the week, and you can subscribe to the Hive and receive your free copy of the guide '12-Steps to Quitting your 9-5 Job to Work and Travel Yes, it's Free!
Sep 13, 201916:23
Should I Quit my Job to Work and Travel Without a Plan? Episode 16
Sep 06, 201914:21
Common Fears of Quitting a Job to Work and Travel - Episode 15

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 important that you have a plan and the exit strategy so that you can overcome the fears and shift your mindset into a more positive outlook. 

Aug 30, 201913:21
4 Signs It's Time to Quit Your 9-to-5 Job [S1/E14]
Aug 05, 201905:32
How to Live With a Lack of Job Security When you Quit Your 9-5 Job [S1/E13]
Aug 02, 201919:49
Real Talk: The Struggles Running an Online Business [S1/E12]
Jul 26, 201914:39
How I Saved £10,000 in 12 Months - Money Saving Tips [S1/E11]
Jul 19, 201920:49
10 Side Hustle Ideas to Make Money Online While Working Full Time [S1/E10]

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? Basically, it's a job you do on top of your 9-5, corporate job, in the evening, weekend or whenever you have any spare time. We go into detail what the best ideas are and why you might be able to take advantage of them.  

Jul 12, 201917:33
The 3 Biggest Mistakes to Avoid when Searching for Remote Jobs [S1/E9]
Jul 05, 201913:47
The Importance of a Daily Routine as a Remote Worker [S1/E8]
Jun 21, 201921:08
Why Remote Working is so Hard [S1/E7]
Jun 07, 201917:29
Quitting My Job Saved My Life [S1/E6]

Quitting My Job Saved My Life [S1/E6]

While the title of today's episode might sound dramatic and clickbait, it's not. Quitting My Job Saved My Life. The story I share is the truth and had I not changed my lifestyle who knows what future I would have had. Listen to the episode, there are some fantastic pieces of advice, especially when answering listen questions on remote working.
May 31, 201919:30
Five Benefits of Working From Home [S1/E5]

Five Benefits of Working From Home [S1/E5]

If you are struggling to make the decision to quit your job to become a remote worker, in today's episode I talk about five benefits of working from home. Also in this episode, I talk about the general cost of living for Hong Kong, one of the world's most expensive cities. Finally, I answer two questions from listeners which are worth listening to the end for. 

May 24, 201914:26
How to Make the decision to Quit a Job [S1/E4]

How to Make the decision to Quit a Job [S1/E4]

In this episode, I take offer some tips on how to make the decision to quit a job based on my own experiences doing exactly this. It'll be one of the biggest decisions that you will make in your life and it's important that you make the right decision for you. The last thing you want to do is quit a job, become a remote worker, travel and realise that you hate it.  It's not a decision that you should take lightly and it needs thought and planning. 

May 17, 201915:18
Risks You Must Prepare For Prior to Quitting Your 9-5 Job (or Risk Losing Everything) [S1/E3]

Risks You Must Prepare For Prior to Quitting Your 9-5 Job (or Risk Losing Everything) [S1/E3]

In this episode of This Remote Life, we take a look at the biggest challenges you must prepare for prior to quitting your 9-5 job, or risk losing everything.. These risks are very likely to happen to the majority of remote workers so before you quit the job to transition into the remote life, it's important that you are informed and prepared because these could make your dream lifestyle a nightmare.
May 10, 201912:16
Is Working Remotely the Right Move For You? [S1/E2]

Is Working Remotely the Right Move For You? [S1/E2]

In this episode we take a look at the traits needed to help you decide is working remotely the right move for you. Even if you are lacking in some of these traits don't worry, because you can change. Prior to working remotely, I hated routine and would fight against it wherever possible, but after a few weeks of travelling it became apparent that having routine was going to be the solution for the perfect work-life balance.

May 03, 201912:53
Remote Working: My Journey So Far.. [S1/E1]

Remote Working: My Journey So Far.. [S1/E1]

In this episode, of This Remote Life, I tell the story of my journey so far - transitioning from the 9-5 Office Life to remote working while travelling.  I felt it was important to share where I have come from and how the last 4 years have progressed.  It's important to me that these episodes are thought provoking and offer actionable tasks that you can implement into your life. 

Apr 26, 201915:48