Free Tools

Leading Virtual Teams Video Series

Strategy #1

First video in a new series on how to be the leader of a virtual team — specific ideas of how to build and maintain high performance in remote employees. Today’s tip — set office hours.

Strategy #2

Tip #2 — schedule weekly one-on-ones with each of your remote team members.

Strategy #3

Tip #3 — get to know your team members at a personal level.

Strategy #4

Tip #4 — be thoughtful about your communication medium.

Strategy #5

Tip #5 — Establish common working hours for at least a fraction of the day.

Strategy #6

Tip #6 — Establish standards for response times to email and voice mails.

Strategy #7

Tip #7 — It’s easy to forget to praise your remote employees.  Don’t!

Strategy #8

Tip #8 — don’t forget about career planning for remote employees.