Tips for Structuring a Hybrid Remote Team
Some companies are fighting remotely because they don’t get it yet. Here are some tips to make it easier for you and your team.
Since the pandemic lockdown, working from home has become famous for many employees. A survey by Prudential showed that 87% of American workers working remotely during the pandemic would like to continue working at least one day a week post-pandemic remotely. Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom’s working paper also showed that employees with a flexible work schedule (three days in the office, two at home) had lower attrition rates, improved work satisfaction scores, increased productivity, and advanced code is written.
Creating and sticking to a game plan is essential to run a successful hybrid team. Teams can lose sight of the big picture when catching up with daily challenges, so they must be organized, visionary, and play the long game. It is also important to be hyper-aware of what remote work is missing, such as mentorship and physical space for collaboration, and to design purposeful days in the office to address these issues.
Leadership also plays a crucial role in the success of a hybrid team. If the company implements a varied work schedule, higher-ups must lead by example and follow the rules they have set. This sets the tone that everyone is on the same page and helps to establish a cooperative and productive team atmosphere.
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