As a consultant, I have had the privilege of working with a large number of organisations; from world-class software development powerhouses, to startups just getting their feet wet. No matter the size, the technology, or the market, they all have at least one common interest: to gain a competitive advantage. They might not always word it the same way from company to company, but it’s what they want.
Find yourself drowning in notifications or constantly jumping between meetings lately? Well, you’re not alone. In fact, only 7% of employees believe communication is “accurate, timely, and open” at work. Yikes. Given the rise of remote work, companies are struggling more than ever to communicate effectively. And while some teams feel like they’re totally in the dark, others are stuck staring at Slack channels or Zoom calls instead of actually working.
Bringing this time-honored team tradition into the virtual world is easier than you might think. Here are a few pointers.
All teams – established or brand new – go through changes. At times, contractors need to be brought in to fulfil a specific need with their skills. This can be a real boon to your teams, if it’s handled well and there are plenty of benefits to bringing in contractors besides hitting company objectives.
Due to the pandemic, business owners today prefer a virtual office over a traditional office setup. There are some obvious advantages, such as cost reduction and access to a global talent pool . However, this approach also has some drawbacks. That’s why it’s essential to know about virtual team advantages and disadvantages to decide whether to turn your business virtual or not.
