Managers prioritize efficient and effective tools and processes, given multiple remote teams at this time of the pandemic. They dedicate the necessary resources to ensure that they work perfectly, and keep the team connected and engaged . However, the prolonged Work-From-Home period also means that they run the risk of abandoning other aspects behind which may be just as significant. One of the main elements exemplifying this is the aspect of a remote team culture.
The aspect of making sure that employees are connected is important, but managers cannot afford failing to maintain and adapt team culture either. Failing to set firm policies on how remote team culture should develop can be disastrous for a company already occupied with myriad business processes. Switching to the remote work lifestyle means a prolonged degree of social distancing. That’s exactly why companies need to realign their interest and focus on creating a strong team culture.
Among many benefits, doing so would provide opportunities to ensure high employee productivity and wellness, while retaining top talent and reduce hiring and training costs that would result from losing your existing employees. On that note, here’s to building a remote team culture in just 5 steps.