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The shared values, behaviors, and attitudes that shape the work environment and employee interactions.
The article discusses the challenges of managing a remote workforce and suggests three simple ways to keep employees motivated and prevent burnout. With remote work becoming more prevalent due to the pandemic, it is crucial to establish effective communication channels, promote work-life balance, and prioritize team building to maintain a […]
If you’ve got a company, you’ve got a culture. Investing in your culture for your remote team is just as important as if you all worked in an office. Here’s how to improve it. Company culture exists in every workplace, whether it’s purposeful or not. Creating and maintaining a positive […]
In a fragile economy and uncertain world, some companies are growing faster than others, and employee happiness is critical to their success. In 2023, as the world adjusts to the changes from the pandemic and ongoing economic concerns, organizations must build a solid culture and support employees’ happiness. Here are […]
While Elon Musk is right to question the effectiveness of fully remote teams, his solution to return to the office full-time is misguided. Here’s one remote CEO’s take on why his concerns are correct, but his answer is wrong — and how to make remote work functional. The article discusses […]
The Agile methodology is a project management approach that focuses on continuous product or service development improvement through short, iterative cycles called sprints. Iterative development breaks down larger projects into smaller chunks and allows for continuous testing and improvement. Daily meetings are key to Agile, where team members discuss progress […]
Assessing performance in a hybrid work environment can be challenging. Still, ensuring fair evaluations are not influenced by when the manager sees an employee face-to-face is essential. Based on research conducted while writing The Whole-Person Workplace, several strategies can help level the playing field and allow employees and managers to […]