Building Trust Through Digital Channels

To make your remote workers really feel connected, use instantaneous messaging tools that organize conversations into customizable channels. You should also create channels that allow your remote workers to chat about topics unrelated to work so they can benefit from the social aspects

• Try regularly scheduling chats over video. Those work particularly well when paired with activities like coffee breaks, online gaming or topical discussion.
• Create a dedicated non-work chat channel. This re-creates the “watercooler chat” you would have in an in-person ...

There are established ways to cultivate positive team cultures, even virtually.

• Schedule time for virtual water-cooler chats.
• Consider how you're going to work together and what the rules of engagement will be.
• Introduce a daily stand-up meeting, no more than 15 min...