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Preparing for distributed work

Build and grow your skills as a remote worker. Your work-from-anywhere journey starts here.

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Course overview

Cost:

Free

Duration:

3-5 hours

Format:

Online self-paced course

Preparing for Distributed Work is your starting point for a remote-first career. Our foundational course will give you the tools you need to be successful in the distributed workforce. Designed so you can learn at your own pace, in just 3-5 hours you’ll be prepped and prepared for your next distributed role.

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What will you learn?

This course is the perfect introduction to being part of a distributed or hybrid team. Our Oyster instructors will support you to:

  • Leverage distributed terminology in day-to-day conversation
  • Build relationships in distributed companies
  • Understand and use digital tools that facilitate distributed work
  • Explore strategies for maintaining a healthy work life balance

And the best part is, you’ll earn a certificate of achievement from Oyster Academy that you can share on your LinkedIn and resume.

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Preparing for Distributed Work is an introductory course for those looking to understand the building blocks of remote work.

Job seekers

You’re looking for your first role at a distributed company and want to build the essential skills needed to land your dream job.

First remoters

It’s your first time in a remote role and you want to ensure you have the skills to be successful at your remote-first or distributed company.

Meet your instructors

Rhys Black
Head of Workplace Design, Oyster
Rhys will be sharing his insight and expertise on what it is to be a successful employee in a distributed company. Rhys is focused on building the framework that allows Oyster to operate and scale as a successfully distributed organization.
Miriam Mourad
Course Coordinator, Oyster Academy
Miriam has a background in Psychology and Neuroscience and started her career in Learning and Development for startups.
Miriam Mourad
Course Coordinator, Oyster Academy
Tiffany brings a unique focus on foundational career skills like building relationships, establishing trust, and communication. Before Oyster, Tiffany held a private practice as a life and career coach, and before that, worked in Human Resources at a variety of technology startups.