📊 We asked, you spoke: ‘management of remote teams’ was the most voted goal for businesses looking to outsource in 2024.
✅ We understand that this is a big challenge remote teams face daily, and we will be sharing more valuable insights from relevant media sources and our team of specialists at 1840 & Company.
📔 A study published by the Harvard Business Review delves into what sets great remote managers apart. We found some valuable insights that we think could nourish your day-to-day:
➡ Micro-Understanding over Micromanagement: Employees no longer desire micromanagers; instead, they crave managers who understand their work. This involves integrating into the team's workflow, identifying vulnerabilities, and staying flexible.
➡ Motivators and Organizers: The role of managers remains consistent, but the 'how' has changed. Productivity data from the pandemic debunked the assumption that presenteeism is crucial for productivity. Shift from managing time to managing results.
➡ Enablers, Not Enforcers: Effective managers become enablers in a virtual setting. This means being approachable, visible, mindful, and having frequent check-ins without becoming overly intrusive.
➡ Examples of Micro-Understanding:
👩💻 Setting Priorities: Ruthless prioritization is key. Ensure everyone understands what needs to be done, when, and by whom. Utilize weekly operating cadences for real-time updates.
👨💻 Problem Solving: Implement alert mechanisms for potential problems and empower the team to call for meetings when issues arise. Transfer responsibility to team members for increased ownership.
👩💻 Checking In and Showing Compassion: Foster interpersonal trust and connection through regular check-ins. Be genuine in showing compassion; avoid practices like fake flexibility and forced fun.
Remote managers and workers - what do you think?
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5moGreat tips on creating a positive and engaging environment for remote and hybrid work teams.