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Default working setups
Remote workers need a dedicated, quiet space to do their work, so it’s important to set some guidelines:
- encourage workers to join coworking spaces;
- encourage workers to set a dedicated insolated space at home for work, with suitable furniture;
- fast reliable internet access;
They can still work from a coffee shop every once in a while, but they need a good default setup.
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Hire the right people
Design your hiring process with remote candidates in mind. Look for 3 main things:
- A strong skill set relevant to their jobs: you need to feel confident that they can complete basic job tasks independently.
- A candidate with an affinity for remote work. ...
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Make time for face-to-face interactions
Look for ways to build strong relationships:
- use video calls: team communication tools lack fundamental human elements like body language and tone;
- host team retreats: you’re saving money by not renting physical offices, so why not funnel that money into t...
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Put extra effort into onboarding
Remote workers won’t have the opportunity to be involved in spontaneous conversations or team lunches, but there are other things you can do to help them settle:
- provide info with new job critical stuff: team member introductions (personal bios, photos, advice for new employees)...
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Trust your team to do the work
... but check in from time to time.
Watch how the project unfolds in tools like Trello, Confluence, and Slack. That way, you're not bugging direct reports for status updates, but you still understand what's happening.
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Creating differentiated policies
While treating both remote and office employees fairly, they don't necessarily need to be treated the same. Consider the unique needs of each group and create policies and perks that address them.
- Office employees only can receive publi...
Potential Cost-Saving Benefits
- Compare any direct alternatives: If you'd spend $4 per workday picking up a latte somewhere and your co-working membership includes a tasty unlimited coffee bar, you can factor in that savings.
- Another source of benefits includes anything you don't have in yo...
Remote working vs working in an office
While there are many benefits to working from home, we need to be aware of a few things.
- Remote workers may be working on average 3.13 more hours at home than at work. Over time, it can become detrimental to your mental health and your productivity.
- ...
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