Managing Remote Teams: Page 2
'Control, Surveillance and Manipulation': How TikTok's Office Surveillance Could Backfire and Cost The Company Billions
Recently, TikTok made headlines for the wrong reasons — introducing a badge monitoring app called MyRTO, aimed at enforcing its office attendance policy as part of a top-down return-to-office mandate. While many companies are recalibrating post-pandemic work expectations, TikTok's approach not only raises serious ethical issues but also amplifies broader concerns about its surveillance culture.
Goldman Sachs Is Making a Mistake. Forcing Remote-Capable Teams Back Into The Office Is Not The Answer — Here's Why.
This move raises an alarm not just for the financial sector but for all remote-capable industries, ranging from the financial industry to the tech sector, igniting a debate about the future of work.
America's Downtowns Are Hurting in an Era of Remote and Hybrid Work — Question Is, Will They Survive?
Is the era of downtowns over?
5 Ways to Cultivate a Resilient Digital Employee Experience
Employees serve as the cornerstone of any organization, wielding significant influence over its efficiency and functionality. Here's how a human-centric approach, training and modern solutions synergize to create a harmonious employee experience that fosters engagement and well-being.
The Future Is Not Just Flexible — It's United. How American Flexibility is Redefining Business Practices Worldwide.
Recent surveys provide a tapestry of insights into how American businesses are a guiding star for global companies seeking to be future-ready.
I've Managed Remote Teams For 15 Years — Here Are My 3 Most Important Leadership Lessons.
Effective, flexible leadership and clarity can solve much of the discomfort around remote work. Here's how.
Returning to The Office Without a Strategy Is The Biggest Mistake You Can Make. Follow These 4 Steps for a Perfect Transition.
To minimize conflict in the return to office process, it's critical to embrace a thorough, transparent and evidence-driven process. By following the four-pillar approach outlined in this article, you will lay the groundwork for a successful transition that benefits both your employees and your organization.
How Hybrid Work Has Given Family Caregivers a Lifeline
In the rapidly changing landscape of work, hybrid and remote models are not just influencing how we do our jobs but significantly transforming the approach towards elder care.
4 Attributes To Look For When Hiring Remote Workers
While adoption rates vary by country, industry and company size, the remote working trend continues to gather momentum as more employees demand flexible working arrangements and many organizations recognize the potential benefits, such as increased productivity, reduced overhead costs and access to a larger talent pool.
Remote Work May Never Die, But It's Losing Momentum. Here's Why.
If you're a remote worker who would like to keep those benefits, you'd better start preparing a good pitch. And if you're dying to get back into the office, rejoice – your ideal transition may be just around the corner.
Cameras On Or Off? Let's Settle The Debate on Video Meetings Once and For All.
As we navigate the post-pandemic world, the question of how to conduct effective video meetings has become a hot topic. One particular point of contention is whether to keep cameras on or off during these meetings.
Employers: The Burden of Going Back Into The Office Is Not as Bad as You Think — It's Worse.
Leaders falsely perceive employee wellbeing to be already high and believe the burden of going to the office will be not that bad in this broader context. This disconnect between perception and reality is what I call the "Wellbeing Paradox."
Why Hybrid Work Will Win Out Over Remote and In-Person — Whether You Like It or Not.
Clearly, the work-from-home wars are continuing. And we have a new meta-analysis on this topic that reveals the answer is much more nuanced than the black-or-white fully remote work or fully office-centric work.
68% of Companies Are Making This Critical Mistake in Their Approach to Hybrid Work — Are You?
It is paramount for businesses to iron out their approach to hybrid work to avoid becoming a statistic.
Remote or In-Person? It Doesn't Matter — Why Building the Best Team Matters More Than Location
Build the most effective team possible, and if you have an opportunity to get a stronger candidate who is remote, do it.