How to Foster Collaboration & Creativity in Remote Teams

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The popularity of remote work among employees is huge, and the companies see the benefits as well. But, this work model certainly has its disadvantages. The main one is the potential for a drop in employee engagement and creativity in remote teams. 53% of remote teams report that they find it more difficult to connect…

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Managing Flexibility in Remote Work Environments

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Managing a remote team can feel tricky. You want your team to be happy and work how they work best (early birds or night owls, it’s all good!), but you also need to make sure projects stay on schedule and everyone’s on the same page. There’s an art to managing flexibility in remote work office…

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Should You Commit to an Office Lease?

Always true: Rent your first, next, or continuing office with caution.  Several years ago and before COVID’s changes, I became involved with a Southeast Asian company looking to expand into the United States.  During the discussions with the CEO about hiring North American managers, he made it clear that he wanted us to find a first-class office…

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Remote Operations: Managing Teams and Processes From Afar

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In today’s digital age, the concept of remote work has transitioned from a luxury to a necessity. Industries worldwide are embracing remote operations, navigating the complexities and leveraging the opportunities it presents. This shift demands effective strategies for managing teams and processes remotely, ensuring productivity and cohesion despite physical distances. The Rise of Remote Work…

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Habits Your Business Should Adopt in 2024

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The year 2024 will bring business owners increasing competition, rapid advancements in technology, and an evolving remote workplace. To stay ahead of these challenges and succeed, check out the essential habits your business should adopt in 2024. Checking in With Clients Consistently Your clients are the lifeblood of your business. Ensuring client satisfaction and fostering…

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How To Hire Remote Workers For The First Time

If you find yourself looking to hire remote workers for the first time, you’re not alone. There are lots of businesses that are venturing out into remote working recruitment for the first time, rather than simply forcing their office staff to do it during the pandemic. Recruiting remote positions is something that needs careful planning…

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What’s Your Remote Management Style? Ask These 4 Questions.

A few years back, I was sitting across from a colleague at an off-site team meeting, an important ritual for a fully remote company. The debate began: Which was better? Working from home, or working from anywhere? I shared my penchant for afternoon work sessions at a newly discovered cafe, and my colleague boasted about…

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Why Are Remote Workers Turning to Digital Nomadism? 

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Only a couple of years back remote work was considered shady by many traditional employees. The fact that today it is a norm (or, at least, part of the norm with hybrid work models) speaks volumes about the rapid changes taking place in the business environment. What’s more, people who originally used to rely on…

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How to Maintain Employee Satisfaction With Remote Work

The most important asset any business has at its disposal is its employees. Without our employees, the whole operation would fall apart; they are the lynchpin, the cornerstone of work; without them, your business would just be an idea with no one to see it come to life. Photo by Alexandra Koch on Pixabay Hence…

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7 Tips for Being a Successful Remote Team Leader

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Supervisors not used to remote work discovered during the pandemic that managing remote teams requires an entirely different approach. This is neither good news nor bad news — it just is. For one thing, the supervising thing may be difficult for managers used to popping in often and keeping an eye on the workflow. Remote…

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