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Hello to all new & old readers!

Here is your latest edition of AllThingsRemote packed with insights to boost your remote leadership skills. Whether you’re a long-time reader or new here, we have actionable tips and trending news to keep you ahead.

What you’ll learn, in 5 mins or less 👇

> How to maintain team connectedness without face-to-face interaction.
> Key strategies to address DEI challenges in remote teams.
> The 4 essential traits for effective remote leadership.
> The importance of conducting thorough background checks for remote hires.

And more…

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Resources for Remote Work Leaders & Teams

Is the lack of f2f interaction decreasing your team's connectedness? 👇

Remote work may have reshaped your team’s dynamics, making it crucial to foster connections without physical interaction. Discover strategies to maintain team spirit and cohesion, from leveraging digital tools to promoting job autonomy » Read more here.

Are you addressing DEI in your remote team? 👇

As a leader, it's your responsibility to understand and address any DEI challenges. Discover impactful ways to support and empower your remote teams while promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion » Read more here.

ATR Tip of The Week👇

4 key traits of effective remote leadership

> Clear communication: use regular updates, meetings, and feedback loops to keep everyone informed and aligned.

> Trust and autonomy: delegate tasks and trust your team to complete them independently, fostering a sense of ownership.

> Adaptability: stay flexible and ready to pivot strategies as needed to handle changing situations effectively.

> Focus on outcomes: set clear goals and measure success by results rather than micromanaging daily activities.

Are you incorporating these traits into your leadership style? Hit reply, would love to know more on how you handle this with your team.

Other Remote Working News

Here’s what else is happening in the headlines of all things remote that you should know about:

• Drew Houston (Dropbox CEO) reveals that employees value flexibility more than office perks like snacks. Do your employees value remote work over office perks?

• Why have only 40% of employees had the chance to formally provide feedback to their manager? Don’t miss out on improving your team performance and engagement, and ask your team for feedback!

• Are you conducting thorough background checks for remote hires?Jaibir Nihal Singh of TraqCheck discusses how technology is streamlining this process and the importance of due diligence in remote recruiting.

• RemotePass, a UAE-based startup, raised $5.5M to help companies onboard, manage, pay, and retain remote workers. Their platform supports businesses in over 150 countries. Are they going to be the next best EOR?

That’s all for this week. See you next Wednesday! 💌

Samantha

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