RFS Team Unites: Building Trust and Embracing Diversity

In early September, RFS brought together our team members based as far wide from Norway to Gloucester for our annual in-person gathering. While remote work has its advantages, these face-to-face meetings prove invaluable in strengthening our team bonds and company culture.

Cultivating Trust in a Remote World

The day kicked off with an insightful session led by Geordan Murphy on "Culture and Building Trust in a Team." Geordan introduced us to the concept of the 'Trust Equation,' providing a framework for understanding and enhancing trust within our distributed workforce.

• The components of trust in professional relationships
• Strategies for building and maintaining trust in remote teams
• Practical exercises to implement the Trust Equation in our daily work

Embracing Diversity Through Voice

In the afternoon, we had the pleasure of hosting Lucy Key from @PERFORMING PERFECTLY LTD. Lucy's presentation focused on:

1. The power of voice in professional communication

2. Recognising and addressing accent bias in the workplace

3. Strategies for creating an inclusive environment that values diverse voices

This session opened our eyes to the subtle ways accent discrimination can impact workplace dynamics and provided tools to foster a more inclusive communication culture.

Moving Forward

As we return to our remote work settings, we're energized by the connections we've made and the insights we've gained. We're committed to:

• Implementing trust-building strategies in our virtual interactions
• Promoting awareness of accent bias and championing inclusive communication
• Leveraging our diverse perspectives to drive innovation and growth
• Stay tuned for more updates on how we're putting these learnings into practice!

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