With remote work increasing, the need for managers, executives, and IT administrators to conduct a recurring remote meeting with key team members from around the state, across the nation, or in different countries has become increasingly common.
But what can you do as a manager to create a remote meeting environment where everyone is inspired to develop as individuals, take on added responsibilities, and work together as a team?
Ensuring team members know what is expected of them and showing them appreciation for what they accomplish is not easily captured through remote meetings.
Clarify Team Expectations
Schedule remote meetings in a way that matches your team dynamic
Send out an agenda beforehand
Take advantage of video conferencing
Leave time for water cooler conversations
Use a digital whiteboard to give team members a chance to participate without scrutiny
Incite healthy debate over ideas
Be a better listener
Clarify action items
Refine and document your internal processes
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