Sessions

Offering a flexible work environment is one of the best ways to attract and retain top talent. However, such programs have led to an avalanche of questions related to the effectiveness of a workforce that performs some or all of its work from home. How do you know work-from-home employees are actually working? How can you ensure they are as productive from home as from the office, as well as a part of your team and culture? How can field management effectively lead a remote team? This session will cover:

·         Best practices on communicating with and tracking a remote team.

·         How to set rules and guidelines, and decide when remote work is appropriate and feasible.  

·         Tips and strategies on how to avoid common pitfalls.

·         Logistical and insurance issues that must be considered with home-based workers.

·         Policies and tactics necessary to breed a culture that leads to a productive and successful remote workforce.

·         How to lead and manage employees working outside the traditional office environment.