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Work from Home – Safety Hacks to make your Life New Normal

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At a time of heightened demand for food, medicines, cleaning supplies, and personal care products on Amazon, Amazon’s Human resources are the need of the hour. Behind every successful order placed by a customer, it’s the dedication and hard work of Amazon sellers and Human resources that make it happen. For improved product listings and leads, Amazon’s Human resources work hard to ensure the survival of brands in the marketplace even during difficult times. Some of us were excited to work from home thinking that there would be enough time to spend with the family. Do you feel that same excitement today? Probably not! You might have experienced a lot of problems while setting up your workspace. You might have got bored and tired of staying at home and spending long hours in front of your computer. Household chores might have interrupted your work schedule. Not to mention, the kids. Now, you eagerly await to get back to the office, meet friends and have parties. But, to prevent the deadly corona, we may have to continue to work from home for some more days. It sounds sad, but it’s true. Here are a few tips and best practices for Amazon Sellers and Human resources to manage your work-life balance smartly. Set up your physical workspace: Most of us make use of sofas or beds or sit on the floor due to space constrictions. Some of us might have set up a comfortable workspace. If not, it’s time to set up your workspace for many reasons. A comfortable and safe workspace not only helps you focus on work by minimizing distractions but also increases your productivity and keeps you fit and strong, both physically and mentally. Choose a safe and secure space with good ventilation and lighting. Get comfortable furniture. The right chair, and a proper table work wonders. Also, do ensure your computer is at eye level. Maintain Regular Hours: Set a work schedule and stick to it. Make a ‘To-Do List’ each day as it helps you manage your time and establish the hours of work. Stay Connected to each other: Spending long work hours before a computer at home gets you frustrated and anxious. Connect with all your colleagues and stakeholders and share your work-from-home moments. For example, create a team WhatsApp group and share pictures of your birthday celebrations, your home workspace, your kids, the food you cook, and more. Schedule a 10-minute break every 2 hours. Make space for some fun along with work. Protect your Physical Health Follow the 20-20-20 rule. Your eyes are more prone to damage because of long hours of work in front of a computer. Take a 20-second break and look at something 20 feet away every 20 minutes and blink your eyes 20 times. This 20-20-20 rule comes highly recommended by ophthalmologists as an effective way to keep eyes protected. Move your body around every hour and stretch your arms. Walk around while you are on the phone. Drink a lot more water and eat healthy food. Get a good night’s sleep. Sound sleep makes you more focused and increases productivity. Protect your Mental Health: Long work hours staring at a computer screen not only affect your physical health but you are also likely to experience high-stress levels. Poor mental health may result in misinterpretation of e-mails and tasks before you which affects your productivity. It may also affect family life. Move around a bit or go out and get some fresh air. Try Yoga or breathing exercises to keep yourself motivated. Some Don’ts during your Work  Don’t make your living space a workspace. Don’t do the household chores randomly throughout the day as it is a distraction. Don’t charge electrical items on sofas or beds and keep your electrical equipment away from kids and water. Don’t avoid your lunch break. Last but not the least, every day, at the end of the work Do pleasurable activities that elevate mood, like reading, or listening to music Spend quality time with your family. Play with your kids and have fun with them. Make time to do your household chores. Conclusion: Working from home is great, but if not well managed, it can be problematic. It’s super hard to separate work and life when they happen in the same place. Physical health and mental health are equally important for work-life harmony. Follow these simple tips and manage your time. Make sure to socialize with friends and spend quality time with your family. Get in touch with us if you require professional assistance. BIE is a Vancouver, British Columbia-based agency providing human resources to manage all things Amazon. BOOK A FREE CONSULTING CALL

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Avoid Scams While Hiring Amazon Human Resources Online

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Whether you are new to Amazon seller central or a top seller, you might have hired an Amazon expert for complete store management. In this article, we’ve mentioned a few things that you need to consider and also things that a VA need to ensure to prevent scams. We’re sure that amazon human resources from around the world can easily be scammed into finishing a project and not getting their due amounts paid (discussed in a later blog). Just like how companies contract employees and take their identity proof into consideration, we would suggest signing such a contract with your VA, before you take any new hires. Let’s get into detail as to how as a virtual employee, you can avoid fraudulent acts while hiring amazon human resources online. Things To Consider Check Online Profile Thoroughly: Always be aware of the fact that many scam artists make fake accounts or profiles on writing boards, social media platforms, and other such venues. Make sure you check whether the profile has a genuine profile image and this includes studying the account history in terms of the number of posts, photograph list, address, name, website, and timeline feed. Also, remember that if the profile is newly created and there are no real friends then chances are that it is a scammers profile. Keep in mind that scammers post repeated or copied content on their news feeds and on different groups. Our recommendation is to stay away from such profiles in general. Authentication is Necessary: You need to ask for ID proof just like any other company would while hiring. Ensure you take into account your VA’s personal identity details. Before you sign a contract, ask for their government ID proof such as a passport, national ID, or driving license. Make sure the details on the government ID proof match the Facebook profile. Client Testimonials: Before you hire a VA, ensure you take into account client testimonials. Check their portfolio. Also, ask for their LinkedIn profile, as many professional amazon human resources nowadays have a profile on this media site. Make sure you take recommendations from previous clients or referrals before hiring anyone. Keep a Record of Work Hours: While hiring amazon human resources online, keep in mind the number of hours due as some freelance agents work faster than others. Whether you’re paying on an hourly basis or per project, we oblige you to use a content monitoring tool like Hubstaff to time-track work or you can take screenshots off Skype while keeping your VA on the payroll. Maintain Electronic Footprint: While hiring a VA from Facebook, ensure you maintain an electronic footprint through emails and messages. Ask for their email ID and start the conversation via mail or Skype. All your terms & conditions should be sent via email, as also the requirements for the project. If you are hiring the VA on an hourly basis, then PayPal invoicing must be included. Take Sample Test (PAID): The most important part of this hiring process is that you must test the skills of the VA you are hiring online. The VA should have all the basic and advanced skills that he/ she will need to complete your work efficiently and fulfil all the requirements. We suggest you give them a paid test assignment to know their skills. Most scammers are unskilled and unprofessional, so testing is necessary. Be Clear & Concise with Project: Before you hire a VA, you should have a clear idea about your requirements. Ensure you mention everything in the job description. You should not reach a stage where you have to hand-hold the VA. Having clear goals will save more time for you and the VA. Ensure your project details are recorded via electronic contract or some form of agreement. What About Amazon Human Resources Getting Scammed? We have also noticed that many amazon human resources get scammed after completing a specific project. To avoid scams, make sure you research the employer before applying. Beware of fake profiles as we have mentioned before. Sometimes you will find job posts for amazon human resources crafted extremely unclear and without any brand or company information. Always remember that you have the right to ask for information about the company of your employer. If a job post doesn’t have any employer details such as the name of the employer or company details, you should not go any further. In some cases, the employer may create a fictional persona, or pretend to be a third person between you and the employer. Like a lawyer, consultant, or agency. In such cases, make sure you check the employer profile carefully and ask for government ID proof. As you and the employer both are in different places, it’s always better to do a video call and record it. In addition, once you’ve submitted your application and you get hired instantly, you should proceed with caution. Most scammers accept anyone after a short interview and without any assignment. Conclusion The entire process of hiring an amazon human resources takes time. An employer will look for the right person and always for the long term so that they don’t have to hire someone anytime soon. A genuine and determined employer will look for someone who is productive, highly skilled, and most importantly, someone who will be there with the company for a while. These are the signs of a legitimate job post that you should look for if you are an amazon human resource. If you are a contractor looking to hire offsite freelancing agents, your first job is to filter out spam profiles. If you need professional help with your Amazon store management, do contact us. BIE is a Vancouver, British Columbia-based agency providing human resources to manage all things Amazon. BOOK A FREE CONSULTING CALL

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How To Manage Your Amazon Human Resources

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Remote workers are an asset to entrepreneurs and start-up companies as they don’t take up office space, do not consume electrical and electronic resources, can work in different time zones (which means getting the work done while you are sleeping), and can be more agile and quick to solve problems. Remote employees are fast becoming the new normal and it is no surprise because there is a pool of talent across the globe that you should not miss out on. The output, however, is largely based on how efficiently the manager coordinates and motivates his remote workers. If you develop the right talent management strategy and an effective work structure, it is a breeze to manage your Amazon Human Resources. If you are a business owner, this blog will help you choose the right remote worker and give you insight into how to manage them efficiently and effectively. What Should You Look For in an Amazon Human Resource? When you manage a team from a remote location, every component, right from talent search to training and building a smooth work process, is important. Hiring the right candidate will solve half your problems. Determine the number of Amazon Human Resources you need, their skill set, and their level of competence before you get on to the actual hiring process. Here are some of the qualities that you should look for while hiring an Amazon Human Resource : • They need to be tech-savvy • Are responsive and alert • Pay attention to the details • Discretion with no hand holding How To Manage Resources Managing resources is a cakewalk if you have done step one right-hire the right candidate. You still need some talent management strategies in place to get the most out of your employees. Be Descriptive Since there is no face-to-face interaction, there is a high chance that the person on the other end can misunderstand your requirements. Be descriptive and define tasks clearly. Tell them what you need, how you need it, and when you need it. A responsible Amazon Human Resource will get all of their doubts cleared before starting a particular task or job. You can assist them with prioritizing things and helping them manage their time. You can help by tracking their time on various projects in an online tracker and by keeping them on track. Get On the Cloud It is the responsibility of a business owner to set up a comfortable workspace for remote workers in the cloud and give them access to all advanced tools. When you work with people from all over the globe, keeping all documents in the cloud is extremely important as it gives you the luxury of working from anywhere. There is a range of software which most successful business owners use to keep their workspace organized. • Skype – For general office communication. You can form different chat rooms for different teams and have discussions over voice/ video calls often. • Dropbox or Google Drive – To save all work-related files on the cloud. • Trello – To organize and prioritize your projects. • Asana – For teams to track their work. Don’t Be Too Bossy Employers who micro-manage their teams are never successful. It is important for a business owner to have the right degree of control towards his team. It is annoying for anyone if you ping them every few minutes asking for the status of a task. Treat your remote workers with respect and give them time to breathe. Set up clear expectations before you hand over the task and define the deadlines clearly and reasonably, so as to avoid disappointments later on. It will be a good idea to have a to-do list and practice the ritual of collecting daily reports from Amazon Human Resources to know what they accomplished and what they have planned for the next day. This will also help in the long run to assess the performance of the employee during the appraisal. Schedule Regular Meetings Scheduling regular meetings once or twice a week helps you understand where the team is and what their pain points are. It is the responsibility of the employer to address problems and provide solutions to help them get over them. Also, when you have everyone on the call, it gets easier to discuss the progress of projects and set goals. Summing up It is easy to build a cohesive and well-coordinated team if you trust your Amazon Human Resources and ensure accountability. The use of smartphones and all modern apps will help you to a great extent and make you feel liberated to have a team working for you remotely. You have landed in the right place if you’re looking for remote assistance. Contact us and we would be glad to assist you.

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