Remote work has now become a norm, but many might think it's something only freelancers do or something where you'll hit a cap when it comes to salary. That's far from the truth. There are indeed remote jobs in which you can make six figures or more.
In fact, according to Ladders research, the availability of high-paying remote and hybrid job opportunities increased slightly last quarter, with the number of six-figure jobs available jumping 20%. “With inflation on the rise, businesses are adjusting wages to attract and retain top talent, especially in specialized fields like tech, healthcare, and engineering. Industry growth in sectors like tech, finance, and healthcare also plays a big part, as these areas continue to boom.
Additionally, increased investments in technology and sustainability are creating demand for skilled professionals, often with higher salaries,” said John Mullinix, research leader and Ladders’ director of growth marketing, in a news release.
Platforms like LinkedIn, FlexJobs, and Ladders are great places to start if you have the experience, talent, and training and want to level up to make six figures while working from home (or anywhere in the world if the company permits.) Here are a few options for six-figure remote jobs:
Operations Project Manager: Up To $120,000
If you have experience with the analytics and coordination of things like timelines, staffing, and budget of a product or service and you’re detail-oriented and organized, this might be a fit for you. Oftentimes, the higher-paying jobs with this role are in tech, architecture, construction, and engineering. There are also high-paying options in advertising, IT sales, and entertainment, so this is a role that you can thrive financially across several industries.
Channel Sales Manager: Up To $128,000
For this role, you’ll need to be a leader who handles the management of the performance and development of the channel partners for a particular company (distributors, resellers, agents, or affiliates.). You’ll be the liaison for guidance, resources, and feedback, as well as stay in the know about competitor trends and consumer needs. You also might be negotiating contracts and handling legal and ethical issues.
Senior Technology Account Manager: Up To $283,000
A senior technology manager leads in creating and updating technical documentation, making sure that internal and external customers of a company can troubleshoot software systems effectively. Some also design, build, and handle the maintenance of web applications, along with managing daily IT operations and quality of service delivery.
Cloud Architect: Up To $170,000
If you have a special love for cloud technology and experience in dealing with certain aspects of it, at this level you’d be responsible for a company’s full system, developing cloud adoption plans, choosing cloud application design, and building systems for managing, monitoring, and maintaining the system.
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Medical Writer: Up To $110,000
For all the science geeks who have experience and a knack for communicating complex ideas or making scientific concepts relatable, this is a great option. You’ll be writing documents for research, educational, or promotional use. You can also write journal manuscripts, abstracts, healthcare website content, or news related to STEM. At this salary, this goes beyond typical writing, as specialized knowledge and training are required when writing about certain subjects or working with some scientific companies and institutions.
Operations Manager: Up To $160,000
You can use both technical and soft skills for this role, as you'll be responsible for leading both business and strategic aspects of a brand or company. From supply chain management and product design to forecasting, quality control, and delivery management, you'll have your hands in multiple cookie jars as a vital professional to a company's bottom line.
Senior Director, Advertising Sales, Legal: Up To $216,000
The senior advertising sales manager is responsible for the strategic leadership behind sparking and nurturing close relationships with a brand’s consumers and overseeing advertising campaigns. They are also the bosses behind monitoring and driving revenue and must know the legal aspects related to the position.
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Senior People Analyst: Up To $120,000
This senior-level professional handles the use of data and analytics to help human resource professionals and companies make informed decisions for employee retention, efficient leadership, and overall company success. They are responsible for creating and managing a people analytics platform that is efficient, productive, and valuable according to the unique needs of that company or HR department. They also help reevaluate processes and create new ones for talent management.
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Here are some of my favorite takeaways from three standout panels featuring Jordan Chiles, Marsai Martin, and Kandi Burruss.
Leveling Up Your A-Game with Jordan Chiles, Morgan Shaw Parker, Chelsea Fishman, Laura Correnti, and Tabitha Turner-Wilkins
Jordan Chiles
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Olympic gymnast Jordan may have medals and magazine covers to her name, but her mindset is refreshingly grounded. “The day I finally feel pressure,” she said, “will be the day I know there’s still more for me to learn.” For her, joy—not pressure—is the fuel. Her confidence isn’t performative; it’s rooted in family, self-worth, and authenticity.
“Everything I’ve done in my career—tattoos, long nails, rocking my crew at the Olympics—that’s all me. It’s not because someone told me to do it. It’s because I felt confident doing it. And that’s where my ambition comes from: being my authentic self.”
For Morgan Shaw Parker, President & COO of the Atlanta Dream, the conversation around pressure went even deeper. “Legacy work” is how she described her mission—navigating male-dominated spaces, sometimes pregnant and pumping on NFL team planes. “After COVID and George Floyd,” she shared, “it became clear to me: vulnerability is power. You don’t have to show up perfect to lead.”
Chelsea Fishman, founder of Atlanta's first bar dedicated to women’s sports, Jolene Jolene, shared how the haters (especially the Reddit kind) were her confirmation: “All those comments saying it would fail—those were the signs that I was doing something right.” She’s hosted 25+ watch parties already and is building the very community they said would never come.
This panel also touched on ambition, authenticity, and owning your power—both in sneakers and in suits. One of the best mic-drop moments came when the moderator flipped the question: “What if we stopped making ‘power’ a bad word for women?” A nod-worthy reminder that we’re not here to play small.
Making Your Voice Heard with Marsai Martin, Carol Martin, Miss Milan, and Heather McMahan
Marsai Martin
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This panel was a masterclass in staying grounded while growing up—or glamming up—on the global stage. Actress and producer Marsai talked about what it’s like to show up in high-pressure moments when your confidence is low but the world is still watching. From red carpets to long shoot days, she reminded us that even when you’re not at 100%, you still find a way to push through.
“There have been days where I wasn’t feeling the best, but I still had to show up on this carpet. Or it was that time of the month, but I still had to go on set. I just didn’t feel as confident—but it’s about how you take care of yourself in those moments and still keep pushing.”
Her mom and business partner Carol Martin dropped gems about motherhood and mentorship: “It’s like teaching your kid to ride a bike over and over again. Now the bike is a movie or a brand.” That balance between guiding and letting go? Not easy—but essential when you’re raising a mogul and running a company.
“There have been days where I wasn’t feeling the best, but I still had to show up on this carpet. Or it was that time of the month, but I still had to go on set. I just didn’t feel as confident—but it’s about how you take care of yourself in those moments and still keep pushing.”
Miss Milan, Grammy Award-winning DJ and Doechii’s right-hand woman, lit the crowd up with her no-nonsense energy. “I built my own table,” she said. “When you build it, they can’t tell you you can’t sit.” From journaling her dreams to manifesting Grammys, her story is one of resilience and intention—and a whole lot of faith in her own vision.
This panel didn’t shy away from hard truths either: the sadness that can come with success, the fear of fading relevance, the criticism that hits differently when it’s personal. But Marsai said it best: know your why. And let it evolve with you.
The Cost of Starting Your Own Business with Kandi Burruss and Nikki Ogunnaike
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Carol Lee Rose/ Getty Images for Marie ClaireKandi doesn’t sugarcoat the grind. From chart-topping songwriter to multi-business entrepreneur, she’s built her empire one risk—and one reinvention—at a time.
“Fear equals failure. If you don’t even try, you’ve failed automatically —and you did it to yourself. I’d rather take a risk and lose money than play it safe and never know what could’ve happened.”
She broke down the real costs of entrepreneurship: money, time, and emotional bandwidth. “You think you’re going to work less when you work for yourself?” she laughed. “You’re going to work more.” For Kandi, mommy guilt and financial setbacks are part of the package—but so is the satisfaction of seeing an idea through.
She opened up about scaling back on her clothing store and temporarily closing the original Old Lady Gang location. “It felt like failure,” she admitted, “but sometimes you have to step back to make things better.” Still, she’s not one to quit. She just pivots—with precision.
One of her most memorable reflections? How her music career hiccup led her to songwriting—ultimately writing the mega-hit “No Scrubs.” That song became the key to a new lane and legacy. “You may think you’re working on one dream,” she said, “but it could open the door to another.”
Also? Kandi wants you to stop emailing her from a Gmail. “You’re doing million-dollar business on a bootleg budget,” she joked. “Invest in yourself. Start with a domain name!”
The Marie Claire Power Play Summit was a powerful reminder that ambition, authenticity, and vulnerability aren’t separate traits—they work in tandem. Whether you’re building a bar, a brand, or a business from scratch, the key is to stay rooted in your voice, your story, and your why.
And if you need a sign to go for it? Consider this your green light.
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