REMOTE Step 6: Gamify tasks and activities to offset the loneliness of remote isolation and entertainment distractions In our previous episode, on Teamplay, we detailed how to create a Remote Workplace that facilitates team activities to generate mutual understanding, bonding and that highlights strengths and...

REMOTE Step 5: Design small team activities for team members to understand each others’ strengths and tendencies during “flow.” In our previous episode (on Openness) we delved into Remote Work setup design that promotes openness and vulnerability to create trust between team members and informational...

REMOTE Step 4: Encourage openness and vulnerability to create trust between team members and informational transparency   In REMOTE, Tools, Culture and Triggers are mainstreamed in all 6 Steps as mutually empowering agents. Without Tools there is no ability to act. Without Culture there is...

REMOTE Step 3: set up the right workflow and motivation triggers to ensure work efficiency and timely deliverables Earlier (here and here) we have optimized for Responsiveness and Expression in the Remote Work setup. In MOMENTUM, it is all about Productivity and Workflow Management for...

The right Framework requires the right Tools I recently published my REMOTE Work Cultural Framework, and it has been picked up very well. I’ve received invitations to do virtual speeches, podcast interviews, and a book request – all within a week! Many companies are also...

REMOTE Step 2: give remote work team members Self-Expression Tools to build a sense of culture and appreciation for individual uniqueness. In Step 1, RESPONSIVENESS, we explained how to install and instill the right Tools, Culture and Triggers to enable a responsive Remote Work environment....

REMOTE FRAMEWORK STEP 1: Maintaining RESPONSIVENESS in Remote Work Set Ups One of the main differences between working in an office versus working remotely is the lack of close proximity of your colleagues. We already mentioned that less physical presence of colleagues as such can...

Turbulent times for engagement The world is going through turbulent times. We are all busy adjusting to unprecedented realities. Companies worldwide have had to readjust to at least one aspect of this ‘new ‘normal’: many of their employees are working remote. The new situation presents...