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🌟 **Small Acts, Big Impact: A Personal Lesson from Remote Operations** 🌟 Remote operations can sometimes feel isolating, especially when challenges arise. I vividly remember a time when I was grappling with a particularly tough situation. In the midst of it all, I received a phone call from a colleague—just a quick check-in to see how I was doing and offer some words of encouragement. That simple phone call made all the difference. Hearing a supportive voice on the other end of the line reminded me that, even though we were miles apart, I wasn’t facing it alone. It was a powerful reminder that **we're still a team, no matter the distance**. This experience taught me that it’s often the smallest actions, like taking a few minutes to reach out, that can have the greatest impact. These little gestures build stronger connections and foster a supportive work environment, whether we’re remote or in person. Let’s not underestimate the power of doing good, no matter how small. A simple phone call can change someone’s day—or even their outlook. #Leadership #RemoteWork #KindnessMatters #Teamwork #SmallActsBigImpact

The space for more. One of my favorite times is driving to and from sporting events with my kids. I know so many people who complain about this, about what a chore it is, about how much time it takes….but what an opportunity. There is so much there. Such a gamut of emotions; joy, anger, triumph, jealousy, heartbreak, anxiety, fatigue, curiosity. How awesome it is to learn to work through those things as a kid. How lucky am I to sit here and have them explain it and listen. Even when not a word is spoken, needed, or asked for-- you are there…you are there together. This is the one piece of remote work I have found harder and think all organizations would be better making more time for even if it is virtual. Make more space to celebrate. Make time to discuss how we feel about what we are doing. I know so many leaders who will gloss over this, focus on execution, focus on the data. (Which you should do also!) but often you will hear the feelings long before you see issues in the execution before problems in the operations surface. Because people do these things. People make these things work. And it is amazing the relationships, the progress, the goals you can achieve when you just take the time and make the space to listen…

I just had an experience that reminded me to lead with generosity. During my hybrid , my colleague went above and beyond. Not just a little, but in everything he did and said. For weeks, I saw him give both the literal and metaphorical shirt off his back to his remote teammates. I thought, "I just have to follow his lead. I thought I could be generous, but I've got nothing on this guy." There's a lot of talk right now on how we can build trust while doing remote work. Why does leading with generosity matter, especially in a hybrid or remote work environment? 👉 It builds that instant trust, even from a distance. 👉 People feel so taken care of, you become the automatic choice when they need support. 👉 It gets you in touch with your own innate goodness, fostering a positive work culture. In today's remote work landscape, creating trust is essential. Here are some tips to build trust within remote teams: ✅ Frequent Communication: Keep lines of communication open and consistent. Regular check-ins can bridge the gap created by physical distance. ✅ Transparency: Be open about goals, expectations, and challenges. Transparency fosters trust and accountability. ✅ Empathy: Understand and respect personal situations and challenges. A little empathy goes a long way in building strong team bonds. ✅ Reliability: Follow through on commitments. Reliability builds credibility and trust among team members. I was so inspired re-learning this… That getting underneath others and making sure they get what they need always pays back a thousandfold. #leadwithgenerosity #hybridwork #remotework #executivecoaching #trustbuilding

🔥 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘀𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘙𝘦𝘣𝘪𝘳𝘵𝘩 𝘰𝘧 𝘚𝘶𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘦 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘬 🔥 In the wake of global shifts, Remote work has risen like a phoenix. 🌐 🔧Many CEOs face the challenge 🔍 of maintaining team cohesion and productivity in a remote setting. 🤔 🧩 Embrace innovative tools and foster a culture of open communication. 🛠️ “From the embers of old routines, new strategies for success take flight.” 🦅 Remote work isn’t just surviving; it’s thriving, unlocking global talent and flexibility. 🌟 📣 Connect with me to transform your remote work strategy. Let’s innovate together! 🚀 Engage with this post to join the conversation on remote work’s dynamic future. 💬 👇 Share your thoughts below or DM me to ignite a conversation  that could transform your LinkedIn presence! #RemoteWorkRevolution #Leadership #Innovation #SuccessReimagined  #LinkedInMarketing #BusinessGrowth #ProfessionalNetworking #LinkedInTips #ContentStrategy #ContentCreation #PersonalBrand #LinkedInGrowth 

Today, we dive deeper into strategies for building trust and empowering remote teams, essential for fostering a productive remote workplace. 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆: 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Use video calls and daily check-ins to keep everyone connected. 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆: Understand personal challenges; it deepens connections. 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: Celebrate achievements to boost morale and trust. 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆: 𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Provide all necessary tools and clear roles to encourage initiative. 𝗙𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Encourage new ideas and create a safe space for experimentation. 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Allow team members to make decisions to build ownership. 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆: Utilize project management software and real-time collaboration platforms to enhance transparency and efficiency. Looking forward to our final discussion on enhancing leadership skills in remote settings. #RemoteWork #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamBuilding #Innovation #TechTools

How do you create a space where remote teams don't just survive, but thrive? 🌍💼 Yesterday I had a fascinating LinkedIn Live with Barbara Matthews from Remote, revealing the essentials for building a psychologically safe and high-performing remote environment: 🛠 Purpose-Built Environment: They ditch email for Notion and Slack, reducing noise and enhancing clarity. Local meet-ups? Funded. Because even remote teams need some face time! 🎓 Empower Managers: Jumped from 3% engagement on self-learning to vibrant workshops and peer communities. Result? Managers that champion safety and performance. 🔍 Smart Hiring: They pick people who excel in autonomy and communication, essential for thriving in a supportive, asynchronous workplace. Bottom line? Build intentionally, lead thoughtfully, and choose wisely. That's how you craft a safety net from miles away. DM if you want the link to the full video - Barbara was amazing so it's well worth a watch. #RemoteWork #PsychologicalSafety #Leadership

𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟮: 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗛𝘆𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 As virtual meetings become a bigger part of our lives, staying connected might feel harder. But connection does not vanish in remote work, it simply changes. Here is what we are learning: - Trust matters: 86% of employees say 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗮 𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘃𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀. - Connection pays off: Teams that 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝟮𝟬% 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟮𝟭% 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲. - Personal check-ins help: Teams that make time for 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝟯𝟰% 𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗲. 🧠 What the brain says: 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲, 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲. Even through a screen, shared goals and empathy can spark oxytocin, the "bonding hormone," helping us feel closer. What can we do? Small, thoughtful actions go a long way. Build trust, embrace diverse perspectives, and make digital interactions more human. 𝙏𝙚𝙘𝙝𝙣𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙮 𝙢𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙪𝙨, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙞𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙝𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙣 𝙢𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙞𝙩 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙛𝙪𝙡. 💡 What is one simple thing you can do to strengthen bonds with your remote or hybrid team? Share your go-to strategies below! 👇 #RemoteWork #TeamConnection #Leadership #HybridWork #WorkplaceCulture #Neuroscience #Deloitte Sources: Gallup Study on Trust in Virtual Teams, Deloitte Workplace Connectivity Report, Journal of Remote Work & Digital Well-being (2023)

When I was in regional operations, I traveled frequently for work. But even then, a lot of my tasks were done remotely to support my teams that were not nearby. I quickly learned a few things to successfully lead my team remotely. Communication, communication, COMMUNICATION! More specifically: 1️⃣ Set Clear Goals: Everyone needs to know what’s expected. Use simple, clear objectives that everyone understands. 2️⃣ Regular Check-Ins: Schedule weekly meetings to discuss progress and address concerns. Consistency builds trust. 3️⃣ Foster Communication: Use tools like Slack or Microsoft Teams to keep everyone in the loop. Encourage open dialogue. As remote and hybrid work has become the norm the last few years, the need for clear communication is even more important. Leading remotely is about building relationships and trust, just like in the office. And be flexible. Remote work isn’t 9-5 anymore. Allow some flexibility to help your team balance work and life. #RemoteWork #RemoteLeadership #LeadingRemoteTeams #LifeWorkBalance #EmployeeRelations #Empowerment #EmpowermentCulture #EmotionalIntelligence #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #EmployeeEngagement #Innovation #CompanyCulture #CEOInsights #ChiefEmpowermentOfficerTV

Leading remote teams requires a shift in mindset. It’s about results, not hours logged. Here’s what works: 🎯 **Trust** is non-negotiable. Micro-managing? That’s a fast track to failure. Trust your team to deliver. 🌐 **Communication** should be asynchronous. Don’t expect instant replies. Respect everyone’s time zones. 🛠️ Equip the team with the right tools and ensure they know how to use them effectively. 🌱 Foster a sense of autonomy. A remote team isn’t a “remote control” team. Empower them to make decisions. Scaling becomes seamless when the culture aligns with remote work principles. #RemoteLeadership #SystemizeAndScale #JasonFried #BusinessGrowth

Most leaders think remote work is just about the right tools. Slack, Zoom, Notion—problem solved. But here’s the truth: collaboration isn’t built on tech. It’s built on trust. And trust is harder to foster when your team isn’t in the same room. Here’s what I’ve learned: 1.   Transparency is everything: People can’t trust what they don’t see. Share the big picture—goals, challenges, and even failures. Regularly. 2.   Default to over-communication: When in doubt, say it again. Clear expectations and proactive updates close the gaps that distance creates. 3.   Recognize and celebrate wins: Big or small, call out great work. It’s a reminder to your team that their contributions matter—even if they’re halfway across the world. 4.   Human > worker: Take time to connect on a personal level. How’s their week going? What’s something they’re excited about? The human stuff matters more than any dashboard ever will. Remote work is here to stay. And the leaders who thrive in it? They’re the ones who turn distance into a strength, not a barrier. How do you build trust and collaboration in your remote teams? Let’s share ideas—this is a challenge we’re all figuring out together. #RemoteWork #Leadership #Teamwork #Trust