May 2023

6 Common Communication Errors Remote Teams Encounter

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When the pandemic struck in 2020, many companies shifted to assembling remote teams to protect their employees’ well-being. These online groups promise workers flexibility and can help increase productivity. Also, it lets them accomplish their tasks from anywhere with a device and a strong internet connection. While remote work...

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7 Fun Virtual Contest Ideas for Employees

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Why Virtual Contests Matter for Remote Teams Virtual contests do more than just fill up the calendar, they create a sense of belonging. In remote teams, where casual conversations and spontaneous laughs are harder to come by, these contests offer a low-stakes way to connect, compete, and have fun....

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20 Virtual Team Building Activities to Boost Employee Engagement – Part 2

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In this first part, we explored the first 10 virtual team building activities that can help boost employee engagement. In the second part, we will explore the remaining virtual team building activities that aim to boost employee engagement. 11. Virtual Game Night Playing games together over a video call...

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20 Virtual Team Building Activities to Boost Employee Engagement – Part 1

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A lot of companies have adopted remote working arrangements. However, virtual teams face a different set of challenges compared to co-located teams. One of the biggest challenges is maintaining employee engagement. Employee engagement is the extent to which employees feel passionate about their jobs, are committed to the organization’s...

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Fun Team Building Questionnaires for Remote Teams – Part 2

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As remote work becomes more common, it’s important for teams to find ways to connect and build strong relationships. One effective way is through virtual team building activities, and online questionnaires are a great place to start. In a previous article, we discussed the importance of online team building...

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Fun Team Building Questionnaires for Remote Teams – Part 1

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In today’s modern workplace, teamwork plays a significant role in achieving success. Team building activities help promote communication, cooperation, and collaboration among team members. With remote work becoming the new norm, virtual team building activities are now more important than ever. Fun and engaging questionnaires are a great way...

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Essential Strategies to Build a High-Performing Remote Team (Part 3 of 3)

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Parts one and two discussed the strategies to help you build a successful remote team. For the third part, we will explore how to measure productivity. Measuring productivity in a remote team can be challenging due to the lack of physical presence and the need to measure outcomes rather...

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Essential Strategies to Build a High-Performing Remote Team (Part 2 of 3)

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In the Part 1 of this three-part blog series, we discussed essential strategies for building a high-performing remote team: communication, goal setting, trust and accountability, collaboration, and culture. This second part will explore additional strategies to help you build a successful remote team. 6. Hiring the Right Team Members...

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Essential Strategies to Build a High-Performing Remote Team (Part 1 of 3)

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The recent global pandemic has effectively nudged companies worldwide to shift their employees to remote work. While working from home has benefits, such as flexibility and reduced commuting time, it can also present challenges for building a high-performing team. Managing a remote team requires a different approach than navigating...

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