If managed properly and if expectations are understood on both sides it surely can work and work well.
I’m a remote employee with Infusionsoft.
Regus, which provides temporary office space around the country offers these tips for successful remote employee working, read the full article here.
1. Establish Goals:Â Â Write down plans and create a vision for your new workplace initiative that incorporates objectives and benefits to the individual, the team and the organization. Â Implement a results-based management program that will allow managers to easily set and measure goals and objectives for their virtual workforce.
2. Maintain Regular Communication:Â Keep on top of projects by checking in regularly and understanding the nature of the work employees are engaged in. Â Lead by example; schedule meetings in person and using video-conferencing to create as much face-to-face interaction as possible.
3. Have On-demand Space Available:Â Â Offer those employees working remotely or from home access to professional workplaces when they need it. Â Workers need to be assured they can tap into professional services and support when required. Â The ability to collaborate and network is key personal and corporate growth.
4. Promote Corporate Culture:Â Â Encourage corporate camaraderie by creating opportunities for your employees to formally and informally socialize, as well as form networks with other professionals. Â These connections can reinforce your corporate culture and identity. Â Include remote workers in corporate events such as holiday parties and corporate outings.
5. Encourage Feedback:Â Â Empathize with employees and listen to their concerns regarding working remotely to help secure their buy-in. Â Employee input could help improve the execution of the virtual working program.
- See more at: http://blog.regus.com/latest-news/5-tips-to-managing-a-remote-workforce-2/#sthash.Xc7KgMK3.dpuf
