Since many businesses are now telecommuting, companies worldwide are restructuring their management to better meet the challenges that come with remote collaboration.
As they are more flexible to change, small businesses are well positioned to adapt to telecommuting. Increased productivity and employee happiness are just some of the benefits to owners.
However, there are some challenges, namely keeping track of what remote workers are doing and, ensuring that both the remote and in house teams are working together cohesively.
The following tips can help you both manage and support your remote employees.
Clearly defined expectations and establishing methods to track results are essential for remote team management. Here are some ways to ensure your remote workers know what is expected:
A positive work culture and employee engagement are fast becoming top priority for managers wishing to retain their top talent. These tips will help your remote workers feel just as valued and validated as your in house team.
If you trust your employees to work hard no matter where they’re located, the main thing to remember is fostering teamwork. A monthly on-site meeting that everyone is required to attend can encourage stronger relationships, allow opportunities to clear the air or discuss any challenges – and improve a sense of teamwork and camaraderie.
If you trust your employees to work hard no matter where they are, the main thing to remember is team work. Monthly on site meetings can encourage stronger relationships, allow an opportunity to clear the air or discuss challenges - thus improving the sense of teamwork in the workplace.