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8 pro tips for effective hybrid workforce management

Whether your organization aims to add flexibility to a traditional work model or require in-office time for remote workers, managing a hybrid workforce is a balancing act. If you’ve already started testing a hybrid model, you’ve probably run into issues like these: With careful planning and proactive problem-solving, you can design a hybrid approach that works for everyone. In this guide, discover 8 tips for successful hybrid workforce management.

Effective change management: A step-by-step guide

Mark Sanborn once said: "Your success in life isn’t based on your ability to simply change. It is based on your ability to change faster than your competition, customers, and business." In the agency world, how you implement change is just as vital as the specific changes you make. It's a classic case of the journey being as important as the final destination.

Supercharging Basecamp: Top Integrations to Enhance Collaboration and Efficiency

Success in today’s fast-paced corporate climate depends on successful teamwork and efficient project management. A robust set of capabilities offered by Basecamp, a top project management platform, can significantly improve team cooperation and boost overall effectiveness. However, you can enhance Basecamp’s capabilities by combining it with other strong tools.

How to create a work from home policy (a guide)

Whether you’re building a remote-first business or you’re transitioning to a hybrid model, a work from home policy is crucial for setting expectations and establishing guidelines. Over the past decade, our fully remote team has grown to 100+ employees in 31+ countries. The Time Doctor team knows first-hand just how important it is to create a clear policy for both employees and managers.

What a hybrid work policy should include (+ free template)

If your organization plans to join the nearly 75% of businesses that offer a hybrid work model, take time to create comprehensive guidelines. With a hybrid work policy, you can avoid common issues with flexible work arrangements, including: Developing a policy that works for both management and employees doesn’t have to be difficult. In this article, you’ll find everything you need to get started, including a hybrid work policy template and suggestions for what to include.

12 content marketing KPIs and metrics agencies should track

Almost 30 years ago, Bill Gates made the famous proclamation that "content is king." A lot's changed since the days of dial-up internet and web pages that look like a freshman web developer's end-of-semester project. But when it comes to digital marketing, it's still “long live the king!” That's why 70% of marketers state that content marketing is a key pillar of their overall marketing strategy.

July 2023 Version Update: Retainers Reimagined and Exact Online Integration

We are continuing our streak of action-packed version updates! Our July iteration is an absolute game-changer for anyone working on retainers, while also including numerous smaller project management enhancements. Users of Exact Online can also rejoice as we’re launching the trailblazing integration!

Project Management with Basecamp App: Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices

In today’s fast-paced business environment, efficient project management is crucial for successful project delivery. Basecamp, a popular project management tool, offers a comprehensive platform to streamline and optimize your project management process. By leveraging its powerful features and implementing expert tips and best practices, you can enhance collaboration, improve communication, and achieve greater project efficiency.

From Basecamp 2 to Basecamp 4: Exploring the Evolution of Features and Updates

Basecamp has long been a trusted name in the realm of project management, providing teams with efficient and collaborative tools to streamline their workflows. Over the years, Basecamp has undergone several iterations, each introducing new features and enhancements to improve the user experience. In this article, we will embark on a journey through the evolution of Basecamp, from Basecamp 2 to Basecamp 4.

Remote employee management: How to avoid 11 common pitfalls

Hiring a remote team has many advantages, from increased flexibility to decreased capital expenses. Yet remote work environments also have several downsides that, if left unchecked, can seriously compromise performance and even reduce retention rates. After 10+ years of working remotely—starting long before working from home became the norm—the Time Doctor team knows all the ups and downs of this work model.