Work Together Anywhere
A Handbook on Working Remotely—Successfully—for Individuals, Teams, and Managers
- 410 pages
- 15 hours of reading
In today’s global economy, telecommuting has become essential, offering significant benefits for both companies and employees. Organizations save money and access a broader talent pool, while employees gain job opportunities, productivity, and satisfaction, largely due to reduced commuting time. However, successful remote work requires strategic planning to ensure efficiency and effective teamwork. Lisette Sutherland, an expert in virtual-team strategies, provides a comprehensive guide to thriving in remote workplaces. Drawing from her professional experience and insights from global interviews, she presents a blueprint for optimizing team success. Key topics include assessing individual team capacities, creating remote-ready offices, establishing team agreements, conducting effective online meetings, and fostering positive communication practices. Packed with practical materials and actionable advice, this guide aims to enhance camaraderie, agility, and collaboration, making it invaluable for anyone looking to excel in the remote-working landscape. The book is structured into sections that cover the fundamentals of remote work, strategies for individuals, hiring and transitioning remote teams, and effective management practices, complete with extras like questionnaires, action plans, and templates to facilitate the transition to remote work.