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How to Create Performance Improvement Plans for Remote Workers

The number of people working remotely has spiked over the last few years. But, although business may be conducted in different physical locations, the fundamentals of good employee management remain the same. Managers need to find more effective ways to help virtual employees who consistently fail to perform. And one of the best strategies is to use a performance improvement plan (PIP).

14 Expert Tips for Supporting Remote Workers

Remote work offers numerous benefits to both employers and employees. Increased productivity, improved work-life, and enhanced inclusivity are just a few of the many advantages remote work brings to the table. But, on the flip side, there are many challenges of working remotely. According to the data from Statista, 47% of remote workers found collaborating with clients or colleagues, the biggest challenge. And 29% of remote employees rated motivation as the biggest roadblock.

The Remote Work Toolkit Podcast | Sacha Connor

In this episode of The Remote Work Toolkit, we speak with remote work expert Sacha Connor, CEO, and Founder of Virtual Work Insider. Sacha delivers lots of valuable insights on how business leaders can successfully implement a remote work strategy. She shares her deep knowledge of what leaders should focus on during implementation, the challenges they can expect to face, and how remote teams evolve over time.

15 Experts Weigh In On The Future of Remote Work

A massive disruption to the traditional work structure took place during the pandemic. We saw how it fast-tracked previous work trends. In fact, most of us will probably agree that prior to the pandemic people rarely worked from home. Then by early 2020 things drastically changed. Employers and employees alike had to get used to a new paradigm – remote working. Most employers thought it would be temporary. However, they were wrong!

5 Virtual Presentation Tips for Remote Team Communication

Presenting to your remote team is key to collaborating when you can’t be in the same room. But while we have plenty of software solutions at our fingertips, there’s more to effective engagement than just having the right tools. With many of us now working from home or moving to a hybrid workstyle, it’s never been more important to prioritize good communication and collaboration.

Does Shadow IT and BYOD Make Sense for Your Business?

Much to the joy of employees everywhere, "bring your own device" (otherwise known as BYOD) is a movement that has become common in the workplace. On the one hand, it makes a certain degree of sense. Why wouldn't you want your employees to be able to use the smartphones, tablets, and other types of mobile devices that they're already comfortable with?