March 15, 2023

Tips to Avoid Social Isolation When Working Remotely for an International Company

I. Introduction

  • Explanation of the challenges that digital expats face when working for an international company
  • Brief overview of what the article will cover

II. Set up regular check-ins with colleagues

  • Explanation of the importance of regular communication with colleagues
  • Tips for scheduling regular check-ins, such as weekly video calls or daily instant messaging conversations

III. Join online communities or interest groups

  • Explanation of how joining online communities or interest groups can help digital expats connect with like-minded individuals
  • Recommendations for popular online communities or interest groups, such as industry-specific groups or local expat groups

IV. Take breaks and practice self-care

  • Explanation of the importance of taking breaks and practicing self-care to avoid burnout and social isolation
  • Tips for taking breaks and practicing self-care, such as going for a walk, practicing mindfulness, or scheduling social activities during non-work hours

V. Join a co-working space or attend events

  • Explanation of how joining a co-working space or attending events can help digital expats connect with local professionals and avoid social isolation
  • Recommendations for popular co-working spaces or events to attend

VI. Engage in social activities with colleagues

  • Explanation of how engaging in social activities with colleagues can help digital expats build relationships and avoid social isolation
  • Tips for organizing social activities, such as virtual happy hours or team-building events

VII. Explore the local area and participate in local activities

  • Explanation of how exploring the local area and participating in local activities can help digital expats feel more connected to their new home
  • Suggestions for activities to try, such as taking a language class, joining a sports team, or volunteering

VIII. Join local expat groups or attend expat events

  • Explanation of how joining local expat groups or attending expat events can help digital expats connect with other expats and build a support network
  • Recommendations for popular local expat groups or events to attend

IX. Conclusion

  • Recap of the main points of the article
  • Encouragement to use these strategies to avoid social isolation and build meaningful connections while working for an international company.
Article written by Carlos Trujillo
Carlos works from Colombia as a Senior Experimentation Strategist at Speero, attending clients globally. He's been working remotely for +7 years.

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