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What do you do if your remote colleagues are feeling disconnected?

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Working remotely can sometimes lead to feelings of disconnection among team members. Without the face-to-face interaction of a traditional office, remote colleagues can struggle to feel part of the team. It's essential to recognize these feelings and take proactive steps to foster a sense of belonging and engagement. By employing empathy and leveraging technology, you can help your remote colleagues overcome these challenges and maintain a cohesive and productive team dynamic.

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Tiffanie Lai

Global Benefits Analyst | Cisco

1 Virtual Meetups

Virtual meetups are a great way to bridge the gap caused by physical distance. Organize regular video calls that go beyond work-related discussions. These can be informal coffee chats or virtual lunches where team members share personal stories and interests. This helps in creating a relaxed atmosphere that encourages open communication and strengthens relationships. Remember, the goal is to replicate the watercooler conversations that happen naturally in an office.

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Mariam Akiror

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To feel connected when working remotely requires the team leader to be deliberate on the following: 1. Develope general and individual Work Plans 2.Have bi-weekly Virtual Catch Up Calls 3. Budget for rotation quarterly physical meetings that will besides paperwork involve team building 4. Rotate the Chairing and Note Taking for all the Team Meetings. 5. Leverage General Staff Emailing list for quick updates 6. Purpose to check-in with each individual colleague of your Team.

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Brittany Stafford, MPH

Owner/CEO @ Kidada Wellness Consulting LLC | Senior Development Officer @ City of San José with expertise in Public Health
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The sense of disconnection is often reported by remote team members. To foster a sense of community, it's beneficial to encourage the sharing of personal interests, hobbies, and life experiences outside of work. This could be through virtual coffee breaks, informal chat channels, or team-building activities. By initiating nonwork-related conversations, you create a more human connection and learn about your colleagues' interests outside of work. Regular video calls and phone conversations are essential since written communication alone may not capture the nuances of human interaction. Encourage team members to turn on their cameras during meetings to enhance visual communication.

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2 Flexibility Counts

Embrace flexibility in work hours and communication styles. Understand that remote work can come with a unique set of challenges, such as different time zones or home responsibilities. Offering flexible schedules can alleviate the pressure and help your colleagues feel more connected, as they're able to work during hours that suit their personal lives better. Additionally, be open to various communication methods, whether it's messaging apps, emails, or phone calls, to suit individual preferences.

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3 Project Collaboration

Encourage project collaboration through shared digital workspaces. Using online tools that allow for real-time collaboration can make remote colleagues feel more involved in the workflow. When team members can contribute simultaneously and see the immediate impact of their work, it fosters a sense of unity and purpose. Collaboration also ensures that everyone stays informed about project progress and team objectives.

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4 Recognition Matters

Acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of remote team members publicly. Recognition can go a long way in making someone feel valued and connected to the team. Whether it's during a team call or through a company-wide shoutout, make sure to highlight achievements and milestones. Personalized recognition that reflects the individual's interests or work style can be particularly impactful.

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5 Continuous Feedback

Implement a system for continuous feedback to ensure that remote colleagues feel heard and supported. Regular check-ins where they can voice their concerns or suggest improvements can help mitigate feelings of isolation. Make sure that these sessions are constructive and lead to actionable outcomes. This not only helps in adjusting strategies for better engagement but also demonstrates that their input is crucial to the team's success.

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6 Social Bonds

Lastly, don't underestimate the power of fostering social bonds. Create opportunities for remote colleagues to connect on a personal level, such as virtual book clubs, gaming nights, or interest-based groups. These activities allow team members to interact without the pressures of work-related tasks, promoting stronger connections and a more inclusive team culture. It's these social threads that often weave the strongest bonds in a remote work environment.

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Tiffanie Lai

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Provide "15 minute breaks" to encourage members to do a collective activity together, then check in and post their results. An example of this is doing a 15 minute "wellness break" which can involve 15 minutes of activity (go for a walk, squats, etc.), sending a "Hello" message to a friend, and so forth. Other examples, snapping a photo of your "Morning beverage container" or even encouraging fun/nonsensical debates of if 0.7 or 0.5 point pens are better office materials. Again, cater to the audience of the staff, of course.

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