Forced to work from home? It’s not perfect, but hey, there’s always Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and any number of webcam apps to help you stay in touch with your teammates. Then, just when people start using these tools and getting used to them, we learn about “Zoom Fatigue.” This is a perfect example of why, as my mother said, we can’t have nice things. It feels like every time a … [Read more...]
Conference Call Survival Tips
Most companies have held more virtual conference calls in the last few weeks than ever before. The rise of work-from-home environments has been more significant than ever at the start of 2020, and the number of remote employees is set to increase. At least 50% of the UK should be working remotely by the end of this year. Conference calling is one of the best ways for teams … [Read more...]
Webcams Aren’t Enough
One thing that the pandemic and working from home has done (besides making sweatpants acceptable "business casual" attire) is push everyone into using their webcams. For years, we’ve been saying that’s the best tool for helping people stay connected and build relationships. Great start everyone! But there’s more. Tools like Zoom, GoToMeeting, WebEx and Microsoft Teams have … [Read more...]
A Third Grade Lesson for Remote Leaders
What does a third-grade science project have to do with being a successful manager? More than you think. One of the most life-changing leadership lessons I ever learned was when I was eight years old. Remember the “dinosaur project?" A team of kids spends time creating shoebox dioramas with plastic dinosaurs and palm trees. I was the hyperactive ginger kid who was more of a … [Read more...]
Dinosaurs and Online Presentations
Wayne learned a valuable lesson about presentation skills in the 3rd grade that might make you rethink your attitude about online presentations. https://youtu.be/9gLx_t_eYRs?rel=0&showinfo=0 If you want to get serious about improving your online presentation skills, this course can help. It's also available for organizations that would like to train their leadership. … [Read more...]