Overview
Discover the essential strategies for successful remote work in this comprehensive 53-minute conference talk. Learn how to evaluate if you and your company are ready for remote work, establish effective boundaries, and create a productive home office environment. Explore key considerations for remote-friendly meetings, communication methods, and documentation practices. Gain insights on maintaining visibility within your organization, engaging with your local tech community, and implementing evaluation systems for remote workers. Master the art of minimizing distractions from Slack, social media, and other potential interruptions. Whether you're considering a transition to remote work or looking to optimize your current remote setup, this talk provides valuable guidance for thriving in a distributed work environment.
Syllabus
Intro
THE REMOTE COMPANY CHECKLIST
HAVE MEETINGS BUILT TO BE INCLUSIVE OF REMOTE WORKERS
COMMUNICATION CONSIDERATIONS How is comparty-wide information relayed?
THERE SHOULD BE DOCUMENTATION AROUND
EVALUATION SYSTEMS IN PLACE
EVALUATION CONSIDERATIONS
IS WORKING REMOTE THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOU?
ESTABLISH & MAINTAIN BOUNDARIES
TRAP: SLACK, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND OTHER DISTRACTIONS
CREATE A PRODUCTIVE ENVIRONMENT
FOLLOW A DRESS CODE
BE "VISIBLE" IN THE COMPANY
ENGAGE WITH YOUR LOCAL TECH COMMUNITY
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