It’s safe to say that people across the world are enjoying the remote working phenomenon. Then, there is the other half, who are just waiting for the catch. They could be waiting a while longer as the news that technology start-up EQUALS TRUE is now allowing high-performing employees to experience other cultures for free has broken.
The program is entitled SoyNómada and is the first in-industry travel reward initiative of its kind. Digital nomadism, where individuals work while traversing the globe, has grown in response to the rise of remote working. The female, LGBTIQ+, and minority-owned firm is a strong advocate for the lifestyle and prides itself on being ‘remote-first,’ allowing its technologists to work from anywhere.
“We have created SoyNómada to incentivize all EQUALS TRUE members to live the best professional version of themselves,” Ximena García, the company’s CEO, said. “We want to celebrate the beauty of different cultures and encourage our team members to create a true remote work experience.”
You’re a nomad now
Many people can tick the ‘remote’ box from home but lack the funds or freedom to begin globetrotting while they work. In a landmark move, EQUALS TRUE may have unveiled the perfect solution.
Before SoyNómada, companies tolerated remote working at best. But it appears a new school of thought is emerging that believes, as in education, traveling while working could enrich people and their productivity.
How to qualify
If you’re scrambling to write down all the details of SoyNómada, you’ll probably want to know the eligibility requirements too. First, you must be an EQUALS TRUE team member.
Have you sent in your application yet? Once you’ve got that covered, just log six months of successful project work, receive a positive semi-annual review, and pack your bags. You could be off to one of ten cities, including Marrakech, San José, and Rome.
Included is your flight cost (obviously), a month of accommodation, and a $500 gift card—no need to worry about burning your day’s wages on a limoncello. Oh, and the two top performers from every six months win, so maybe consider shopping online for swimwear on your lunch break.
Flying ahead of the curve
EQUALS TRUE has arguably been a pioneer in several aspects of modern business. Alongside their subsidized travel program, equitable pay, diverse recruitment, and responsible scaling are all cornerstones of their distinct ethos. As a company, they help other organizations to make similar changes to their own workplace culture.
Some businesses have been more resistant to remote working than others. Ironically, that has created jobs in itself, as professionals spring up to help bridge the gap between traditional organizations and the latest demands of today’s workforce. That includes EQUALS TRUE, which assists businesses in evolving their competencies for what they believe is a new remote reality.
