August 17: Tips for Managing a Remote Team
Here's how to be a better manager in a remote (distributed) team.
Source: Job van der VoortÂ
Date: July 2022
Tips for Managing a Remote Team
1:1 calls
Have weekly or bi-weekly 1:1 (one on one) calls with employees for 30 minutes to check in with the person, not the work.
Topics: Feedback first, then strategic, then tactical. Many managers make the mistake of doing this the other direction.
Always have an agenda, but keep it light. This is the exception to the rule of running tight meetings.
Communicate publicly
Avoid direct messages (e.g., Slack). Having discussions in public channels to make yourself more accessible and visible. Set the example for others to do the same.
Document things yourself. Donât delegate all documentation.
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