{"id":8920,"date":"2023-09-25T00:53:56","date_gmt":"2023-09-24T15:23:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/precisionadvantage.com.au\/?p=8920"},"modified":"2023-09-06T11:45:25","modified_gmt":"2023-09-06T02:15:25","slug":"unlocking-the-potential-of-remote-teams-things-to-consider-when-your-staff-is-spread-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/precisionadvantage.com.au\/unlocking-the-potential-of-remote-teams-things-to-consider-when-your-staff-is-spread-out\/","title":{"rendered":"Unlocking the potential of remote teams: Things to consider when your staff is spread out"},"content":{"rendered":"
As a small business owner, you may be considering enabling a remote work environment. With the rise of technology and the pandemic shifting the way we work, managing a remote team has become a popular option for business owners looking for new and unique ways to grow their business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n However, there are both benefits and drawbacks to consider before making the switch.<\/span><\/p>\n We\u2019ll start with the benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n While there are many benefits to having a remote team, there are also some drawbacks to consider.<\/span><\/p>\n Because it can be harder to read tone and body language over text or email, communication can be more of an issue with remote teams than onsite teams. This can lead to misunderstandings and miscommunications among team members.<\/span><\/p>\n Additionally, without the opportunity to chat in the breakroom or grab coffee together, it can be harder to get to know your team members on a personal level, making it difficult to build strong relationships with colleagues. This can be especially difficult if colleagues work in different time zones and don\u2019t often overlap or have an opportunity to interact with each other.<\/span><\/p>\n Finally, managing a remote team can make it harder for you to hold employees accountable. Without the ability to check in in-person, you may have difficulty ensuring that everyone is on track and meeting deadlines. You may rely more heavily on self-reporting, which can cause additional issues.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you do decide to manage a remote team, there are a few things you can do to make it successful. These include<\/span><\/p>\n Managing a remote team can be a great option for small business owners, but it\u2019s important to consider both the benefits and drawbacks. By setting clear expectations, using the right tools, checking in regularly, and establishing relationships, you can help ensure that your remote team is a success.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n We\u2019re here to help you unlock the full potential of your business and your team. Contact us today to learn more.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" As a small business owner, you may be considering enabling a remote work environment. With the rise of technology and the pandemic shifting the way we work, managing a remote team has become a popular option for business owners looking for new and unique ways to grow their business.\u00a0 However, there are both benefits and … Continued<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":8995,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n
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