The Power of Remote: Building High-Performing Organizations That Thrive in the Virtual Workplace Hardcover

WHEN IT COMES TO DISRUPTIONS, the COVID-19 pandemic of early 2020 was about as disruptive as they come. Suddenly we were all living in lockdown and wearing masks and keeping our distance whenever we ventured out. In the business world, hundreds of millions of workers were forced to work from home -- many for the first time. they quickly learned, along with their managers, that remote comes with its own set of unique challenges. The Power of Remote provides a comprehensive roadmap for the countless companies and managers out there looking to take advantage of this workplace evolution, rather than lose out and fall behind. After reading this book, you'll know how to: *hire, train, and onboard a top-notch remote workforce *develop high-functioning remote employees who excel individually and in teams *empower remote starters to work cross-functionally with other teams and organizations *ensure clear and effective communications within remote teams and across your company *efficiently and productively manage remote projects. Working virtually can boost productivity, cut costs, expand your talent pool, protect your business against disruption from natural disasters, improve employee morale, and lower the environmental impact of doing business. Once you learn how advantageous remote work can be, and how simple and effective the relevant changes, you'll never look back. "With increased demand for hybrid and fully remote work styles, most firms understand that some form of distance work is here to stay - and have put some remote protocols in place. But are they the right ones? Do they reflect best practices when it comes to the hiring, training, and onboarding of new remote hires? Are policies and workflows in place that enable remote workers to be as productive as possible? Does management know how to keep remote teams engaged while keeping an eye out for burnout and other wellness issues? Often, the answer is "we're not quite there yet." Many companies either see the shift to remote work as a threat to their culture and management style, or they just don't know how to make the transition. It's time to take advantage of the many opportunities remote work presents. Stop saying "we're not there yet," and start saying "we've arrived!" This book will show you how." -- Inside book jacket