Building a Remote Team
Summary
- You have to be intentional about building a culture remotely. Create ways to encourage organic conversations like those in an office setting.
- Choose employees who are good at self-regulation if they are working remotely because you won't be there to guide them all the time.
- Many companies struggle because they choose people who need a lot of supervision and direction. This makes it much harder to succeed in a remote environment.
- Picking the right people from the start makes remote work smoother and more effective.
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How To Take Action
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I would suggest being intentional about culture-building in your remote business. Encourage regular virtual meet-ups or casual chats where employees can have organic conversations, similar to what happens spontaneously in an office. This doesn't have to be time-consuming; even short, weekly check-ins can foster connection and camaraderie.
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A good way of ensuring your remote team is efficient is by choosing employees who are good at self-regulation. During the hiring process, look for individuals who show autonomy, discipline, and the ability to manage their own time. This could save you a lot of supervisory time and effort.
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Avoid picking those who require constant direction and monitoring. In remote settings, this leads to inefficiency and burnout. Instead, assess candidates for their past experiences and ask situational questions that reveal their ability to work independently.
- From the start, focus on creating a supportive environment. Provide your team with clear objectives and the tools they need to succeed independently. This could include project management software or regular feedback sessions to guide and support their self-regulated work.
Starting small with these steps can make remote work smoother and more effective, easing the transition and enhancing productivity.
