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🧭 Remote? Hybrid? On-Site?

How to Pick the Right Work Model for Your Career Stage

In 2020, remote work was the revolution.
In 2023, hybrid became the compromise.
Now in 2025, you’ve got options—but also decisions to make.

So how do you know what’s right for you?
It’s not just about preference. It’s about where you are in your career.

💡 Rule of Thumb: Match the Work Model to Your Career Goals

Instead of asking “What’s trending?” — ask: “What do I need most right now: exposure, flexibility, structure, mentorship, or visibility?”

Here’s how each model stacks up, based on where you are in your journey:

🔹 EARLY CAREER (0–3 Years of Experience)

🧠 You need: mentorship, feedback loops, team context
💡 Best fit: Hybrid or On-Site

Remote roles can be isolating early on. You don’t know what you don’t know, and it’s harder to “overhear” your way to growth.

Tip: If remote is your only option, prioritize companies with strong onboarding, 1:1s, and Slack culture—not just Zoom check-ins.

🔹 MID-LEVEL (3–7 Years of Experience)

🎯 You need: ownership, visibility, career pathing
💡 Best fit: Hybrid (with flexibility)

At this stage, you likely lead projects, manage cross-functional work, or have direct reports. Hybrid lets you maintain face time for career advancement while protecting deep work time.

Watch out for: companies that say "hybrid" but expect you in 4–5 days. That’s just office-first in disguise.

🔹 SENIOR/LEADERSHIP (7+ Years of Experience)

🏗️ You need: impact, strategic alignment, scalable collaboration
💡 Best fit: Flexible Remote or Hybrid, based on role

Senior talent can often thrive remotely—but leadership requires intentional communication and cultural presence.

Your job isn’t just to get things done—it’s to set tone, pace, and vision. That’s hard without showing up (virtually or physically) in the right moments.

🛠️ How to Ask the Right Questions in Interviews

Regardless of the model, dig deeper:

• “How is success measured across remote and in-office teams?”

• “How does mentorship happen here—formally or ad hoc?”

• “What’s your meeting culture like?”

• “How do promotions or recognition work across different work setups?”

Companies that can’t answer these clearly haven’t built for flexibility—they’ve just adapted to survive.

✨ Final Take

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer.
The right work model isn’t about perks—it’s about alignment.

So instead of chasing trends, ask yourself: Where am I now—and what kind of environment will help me grow next?

Because remote isn’t always freedom.
And on-site isn’t always structure.
The best choice is the one that moves you forward.

In this episode of Career Hack, Brandon Amoroso speaks with Alexa Mikhail, a senior health and wellness reporter at Fortune Well. They discuss the challenges of entering the workforce, the importance of networking and references, and how to ask the right questions during interviews. Alexa shares her personal journey from being laid off at CNN to finding her passion at Fortune, emphasizing the need for flexibility and intentionality in job applications. The conversation also touches on career growth, the significance of learning from experiences, and the importance of enjoying the journey.

Here’s What You’ll Learn:

• Navigating early career challenges can be overwhelming.

• Finding the right fit in job applications is crucial.

• Networking and references play a significant role in job searches.

• Asking the right questions in interviews can set you apart.

• Career growth requires self-reflection and proactive communication.

• Your 20s are a time for exploration and learning.

• It's okay to pivot and change career paths.

• Building relationships can provide valuable support in your career.

• Understanding company culture is essential for job satisfaction.

• Enjoying the process is just as important as achieving goals.

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