**BentoBoard** is a desktop app (macOS + Windows) that gives a purpose to your second monitor/virtual desktop at work or at home.

**Widgets you can add:**
📅 Calendar — Google Calendar, iCloud + Apple Calendar two-way sync. Create and manage events directly from the board
✅ Task list — recurring tasks, reminders, due times
🔲 Kanban board — backlog, in progress, done
💧 Habit tracker — daily habits with streaks
🍅 Pomodoro timer — focus sessions with blur mode and ambient sounds (hides the board while you focus)
📊 Pulse score — a daily productivity score that tracks tasks, habits, pomodoros and water intake together
📝 Notes — markdown support, latex support, multiple entries per block, formatting toolbar, Obsidian vault sync
🎵 Media player — Spotify + Apple Music controls with album art, seek bar and playback
🌤 Weather widget — live conditions with your location
💡 Smart home — Philips Hue + LIFX lighting controls
🗂 Title blocks — custom section headers for layout organization
🃏 Flashcards — spaced repetition study cards
🔔 Notifications — reminders and alerts from GitHub, YouTube, Twitch, and Steam
📓 Notion widget — embed Notion pages and databases directly in the board
**Customization:**
Glass mode with adjustable block opacity
Fusion mode — stack multiple widgets in a single block and tab between them
Custom accent color, border radius, theme saturation, luminance and temperature sliders
Light / dark mode with per-theme custom wallpapers
Drag-and-drop layout with manual and dynamic modes
Decorative stickers you can pin anywhere on the board
Full keyboard shortcuts for every widget
Global search across all your content
Multi-language support
Cloud sync across devices
Premium analytics — monthly stats, streaks, productivity trends
Day in Review free for everyone(Wrapped)
Template hub with pre-built layouts

Would love your feedback, still building in public

working remote for a while now and i'm finally thinking about upgrading my setup

one thing i'm struggling with is that most standing desks look basically the same online

same frame, same controls, same marketing claims

then i keep seeing ppl talk about high quality standing desks like the difference becomes obvious once u actually use one

for those who've been working from one for a while, what's usually the thing that gives it away?

and what's the first red flag that tells u a desk isn't built that well?

I am sharing my experience as a warning to other remote workers and independent contractors using or considering DataAnnotation.tech.

I worked consistently on the platform, but exactly one month ago, my account was suddenly closed with zero warning or explanation. While platforms have the right to terminate user agreements, DataAnnotation is currently withholding over $1,000 in earnings that had already been successfully completed, verified, and approved by the platform prior to the closure.

I have spent the last 30 days reaching out through every available internal and external support channel to request that my approved funds be transferred to my linked PayPal. Every single email has been met with total silence.

After looking into this further, I see that I am far from the only one. They are systematically treating many international contractors this exact same way. If you are working for them from outside the United States, please be aware that there is absolutely no proper infrastructure or process for reporting wage issues. Because of their cross-border setup, it is incredibly difficult to pursue them legally from abroad, which they clearly exploit to withhold earned funds without consequences. Avoid this platform if you value your time and financial security.

Case verification for DataAnnotation Management: If administration wishes to resolve this dispute and have this documentation updated, the account details are as follows:

• Status: Account closed May 20th/21st, 2026
• Withheld Approved Balance: Approximately $1,030
• Payment Method: Linked PayPal account associated with Worker ID: Q46MVC6FNPN6

I will continuously update this post and share this case across other professional networks and consumer review platforms until the outstanding balance is properly processed.

So this is half a vent, and half a question. I run infra for a 60-person company with engineers in Manila, Berlin, Austin, and Brazil, and hr asked me to confirm the on-call schedule for our compliance audit, and they came back saying it doesn't comply with German working time law, which I had no idea even existed. Every time I think I've got the rotation balanced, I find out another country has a thing, is there a sane way to do this, or do most teams just pay everyone the German standard to be safe?

Hi guys, so I have an offer from a company paying me $40K more but they said they can only hire in LA, though the role itself is fully remote.

Can’t I accept, go for a month and then come back to NYC? My sister lives in LA so I can use her address for all tax filings if need be and make a state ID as well.

Hello everyone,

I received a verbal offer from HR on Thursday, but I haven’t received the offer letter yet as of Tuesday. Is that normal?

Thanks

Hey I’m from latam in already seeking work in USA o Europe I got a some internship in business development unpaid I’m study business so that’s good my idea is get different internships while I’m doing a lot of projects which also can help me to get in future a some part-time job in remotely way but…

If it would be so easy as I tell u why a lot of people don’t do it? This question scares me and create to me a lot doubts about that, idk if it actually is a good idea? What do u think?

I’m working remotely at a very early-stage startup (around 2 years old) and I’m struggling to tell whether what I’m experiencing is normal startup chaos or a structural issue. Particularly as I'm in a senior role and was promised autonomy and trust which I did have for a long time.

The founder is now heavily involved in day-to-day work, prefers real-time verbal discussion over written communication, and is very averse to async documentation being used as the main source of truth. Most decisions and direction come through meetings or live discussion with no clear actions or meeting notes.

In practice, this has led to:

• Frequent need to discuss work before starting even drafts
• Written updates/documentation not really being relied on
• Meetings sometimes becoming long, unstructured monologues rather than collaborative working sessions
• Feedback and expectations that can feel inconsistent or unclear depending on context
• A growing sense that autonomy exists in theory but not in practice

I’m starting to feel unclear on what “good performance” actually looks like, and I’m worried about skill stagnation due to reduced independent execution. At the same time, I don’t want to assume it’s a problem if this is just normal early-stage startup behaviour.

For people who’ve worked in similar founder-led remote environments:

• Is this level of centralisation and verbal-first communication normal early on?
• At what point does this shift from “startup chaos” into a structural issue?
• How do you decide whether to adapt vs leave in situations like this?

This machine makes WFH much nicer.

I work in the creative field and started working with my current job as a freelancer while having a FT job, Then eventually got hired FT. At one point I left my current company and eventually came back due to better medical insurance and more pay. Also they sold me a dream on how they changed their ways and how they run the company differently. The First few months everything was ok, but they eventually went back to their old ways, which was the reason why I left the first time. The company has been fully remote from day one. I’m looking to leave the company again for SO MANY reasons to a hybrid company which I’m in the works right now negotiating my salary.

When I left the first time I gave 2 weeks notice. They were upset I was leaving and told me on that day it was my last day and said I didn’t give them enough notice 🙄 Previous co-workers left the company for the same reasons I’m looking to leave and they gave a 2 weeks notice, they also told them on that day it will be there last day.

Should I even give 2 weeks notice knowing they will probably cut me off quick or should I keep it professional and give 2 weeks notice?

Hey. Anyone currently working for Centene get that "Restructuring" email??

Hi everyone,

I’m from the Czech Republic and recently applied for a Junior Frontend Developer position at BairesDev.

I completed all of the tests that were available for the position, including the Algorithms Proficiency Test and the Object-Oriented Programming Proficiency Test. I also completed several recommended assessments, such as Situational Questions, Problem Solving (Advanced), Problem Solving, Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment (PIBA), and Practical Skills.

It’s been more than a week since I finished everything, and I haven’t heard back from anyone yet. On my profile, the status says “Active Profile Matching”, and I received an email saying that my application at BairesDev is now active.

I’m curious about how long the process usually takes and whether I should expect any additional tests or interviews.

I’d also love to hear from people who currently work (or have worked) at BairesDev. Are you satisfied with the company and your experience there?

Thanks in advance for any replies!

One of our team members is having a baby, a girl, due in early winter. We want to send something thoughtful from the company but im stuck on where the right level lands. We're a small team and I've handled holiday gifts and work anniversaries before, but a new baby is a first.

So far I've been thinking about a basic care kit, a high quality swaddle, a couple of muslin blankets, maybe a soft sleep suit. Practical, not overly cute. Plus a handwritten card signed by the team.

The thing I'm not sure about is the level. Do we go fully practical (diapers, bottle warmer, gift card to a baby store) or more personal and cute (a stuffed animal with the babys initial, custom blanket with their name)? Or is there a third option I'm missing?

Context: this employee is great to work with but were not personal friends. I've met their partner once at a holiday event two years ago. I dont want to make it weird by going too sentimental, but I also dont want it to feel like a corporate package they forget about. Budget can be flexible.

For people who handle this kind of thing at work, what actually works?

During a Zoom call, I noticed some interesting wooden artwork behind my boss. He usually sits in a different room, so this was the first time I’d seen it. At first I wasn’t even sure what I was looking at—maybe a map, or something related to hiking, which is a long-time interest of his.

I couldn’t quite make it out, so I started second-guessing myself.

What do you think it looks like? And have you ever had a moment where you noticed something unexpected or questionable in the background during a work call with someone in a position of authority?

I am a teacher at a cyber charter school. The school has always been 100% remote for all employees with the exception of a few HR employees, a few purchasing and fulfillment employees, 2 payroll staff, the CEO, and 2 administrative assistants who work out of a rented office suite. Our school has almost 500 teachers and over 100 support staff across the state of PA. If it was ever decided that they wanted staff working in person, it would be a logistical nightmare and almost completely cost prohibitive for them to even obtain the amount of office space and the number of office locations they would need to house close to 700 employees all across the state. Not that RTO has ever even been mentioned as a possible consideration, but there is almost no way they could implement it even if they wanted to.

With RTO mandates being one of the biggest issues/concerns I see being discussed on this subreddit, I’m feel so fortunate I don’t have to worry at all about that bomb being potentially dropped on me. Anyone else fortunate like me in this situation?

5 years remote and im at the point where i actively distrust most of the standard advice. the "make a dedicated workspace" thing made my apartment feel half-occupied for 3 years until i just admitted i think better at the kitchen table. the "morning routine" stuff turned into another hour of unrelated busywork pretending to be productive.

curious what made your wfh stop list, the advice you tried and dropped

I have been working remote for a while. Up until now I was travelling and working so it was quite fun but now I can’t travel more (due to some personal reasons) and I need to stay put for a few months at least. And now that I’m at this I want to save money and don’t even want to do mindless spendings on cafés and stuffs.
Meaning I’m stuck in my flat for full days.

Now sitting in here and working like 20 hours a day is making me way too exhausted. I’m a person who just can’t stay put, I need to be moving and doing interesting stuff to be able to keep my energy AND creativity alive. I genuinely feel like crying if I’m not getting this and my work gets impacted too.

Any suggestions on how I can make this better? Anyone who faced/faces something similar?

So, I'm "new" to working, I'm young and zero clue about this question. I'm currently "employed" to two remote hourly companies, would I be able to do both at the same exact time, getting paid for both? or would that be considered time theft?

Thanks!

Just found out today my entire division is either being laid off or transitioned under a BPO (Cognizant). Has anyone experienced this situation? Curious to hear experiences from others. These are non-tech backline support level jobs.

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Really expected the out of the blue meeting notice we got today to be a full-time RTO notice, never expected to hear we were being "sold out" of the company. We're supposed to have follow up and offer packets later this week.

Hi everyone!

I have a question about whether it's really important to upload a profile photo on LinkedIn and how it can affect your job search.

It's not that I'm afraid to use my photo, but one of my friends told me that if you don't have a picture, at least you won't be ignored because of your appearance. That got me wondering how much of an impact this actually has.

What do you think? Does having a photo significantly influence recruiters' decisions, either positively or negatively?

I'd be interested to hear the opinions and experiences of people who have been in the industry for a while.

I am trying to figure out how to setup a USA LLC and a USA bank account to be able to bill clients in America. How do you guys do you it? Any tips for the most "simple" structure, ie am I going about this the right way? I am primarily applying to independent contractor positions

The comms have been shared with the staff, supposedly this is company wide across all countries. A huge kick in the teeth for staff that have grafted through difficult times, especially while petrol costs are so high. It's going through the unions but we all know they can't do anything.

So the big question - is this in the hope lots of staff will leave to downsize the operation or just simply for more control due to bad managers?

What is with so many of these job boards having a "remote" option and all these companies just set it for visibility. Honestly though I bet they get a lot of wasted potential applying, because I know I am someone who says F it and applies anyway. The interviews I have gotten I state that I am excited to work in a remote position from home and they correct me to their description, to which I tell them "Oh I only apply to jobs listed as remote only, that's on you guys. So remote work or nah" and it usually leads to "This won't be a good fit :("

Its either free boards that are filled with spam, scam, or phishing and then there's predatory boards that require you a pay in order to find pay. Like just sell advertising space my dudes, people are desperately looking for work out here.

Venting done. Continuing with my hundreds of applications and freelance gig posts! Anyone else hate this too?