Myths, Mechanics and Management – Maximizing Productivity with your Remote Workforce. Reality has set in – we’ve been working remotely for almost 3 months now. What are the lessons learned? How can we do better? How can we sustain this for the future?
11. Mechanics - Best Practices
• Create a steady Rhythm
• Consistent and engaging communications
• Time and sensitivity management
• Tracking hours and accountability
12. Mechanics
• Work scheduling – 80% efficiency during COVID – recognize
home distractions now
• Adapt hybrid schedule combined with core days/hours
• Ensure staff know schedule
• Mandate distraction free zones – no phone calls, no chats –
allow focus
18. Culture
Sustain your culture – create dedicated
time and space to connect
Virtual happy hours
Quarintinis
Regular time, regular place
“My team knows more about each other than when they sat
beside each other”
20. Management
• Consider reimbursement for office equipment
• 63.3% office supplies/equipment/software
• 30% internet
• 25% provide $201 – 300/month
• Ask candidates about home office capabilities
• Provide employees with T2200 for taxes
21. Summary
• Your staff have long memories – they will remember how they
have been treated – make it memorable
• Engagement is $$ money $$
• Be conscious of your role as a leader every day
25. Keeping in touch…
Feel free to contact me with questions:
Frank Newman
Frank.newman@newmanhumanresources.com
519-362-8352
www.newmanhumanresources.com