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It’s Not About Where They Work. It’s About How You Lead.

It’s Not About Where They Work. It’s About How You Lead.

Let’s get this out of the way... I don’t care whether your organization offers remote work or not.

But if you do, stop calling it Work From Home.

It’s outdated, it’s inaccurate, and frankly, it’s insulting.

That phrase still drags around the myth that remote employees are less productive, more interested in wearing pajamas all day, and probably folding laundry or walking the dog while they pretend to work.

You know what’s worse? Those same leaders worried about productivity at home don’t blink when employees are chatting for 30 minutes in the breakroom, spending half the day bouncing between snack breaks and fantasy football debates on Slack.

Let’s remove the stigma.

Remote work is work. Period. And it’s not going anywhere.

If you’re a leader, it’s time to step up and get equipped to lead in this new era because leadership is no longer about who's sitting closest to your office door.

Ask C.A.R.L.

What tips can you share to engage a remote employee?

To engage remote employees, we recommend the following tips from our book:

  1. Connection Before Content: Start meetings with a connection activity to engage remote employees and set the tone. This helps them feel as involved as in-person employees.
  2. Effective Use of Technology: Ensure good camera and sound quality during virtual meetings. Use external webcams and digital whiteboards to make sure remote employees can see and participate fully.
  3. Virtual Team-Building Activities: Implement virtual team-building and bonding activities to create collaborative work environments. This helps remote employees feel more connected to the company culture.
  4. Community Platforms: Use online platforms for recognition, affirmation, and feedback. This allows remote employees to interact freely and feel valued.
  5. Customize Culture for Remote Workers: Adapt your work environment to accommodate remote employees and ensure your culture remains strong, regardless of location.
  6. Continuous Feedback: Provide regular feedback and opportunities for remote employees to share their thoughts and experiences.

By implementing these strategies, you can enhance engagement, productivity, and retention among remote employees.

The future of work isn’t hybrid or remote or on-site. It’s adaptable. It’s human. It’s intentional.


Click here to reach out to the Cohesion Culture™ Crew and we can review or create effective Remote Work policies and/or create practical solutions that empower all employees to feel needed, valued, and trusted regardless of under which roof they work.

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