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YES, you can!

Now, if you are a seasoned leader (many years of leading individuals and teams), you already know how to lead people who report to you but do not operate in an office in the same geographical region as you. If you are new to leadership, well, you can do this as well!

Here are some suggestions. After reading this, you might well be saying, "I know that!" And you will be right. We inherently know a lot more than we think, and there is a lot that we think we know, but don't! That's philosophical, but back to my point…

You may be a seasoned leader, a new leader heading into the realm of remote employee management, or you may already lead employees remotely with minimal results and many hurdles. So, I have put together a summary of what you can do to start achieving maximum results with engaged employees.

The steps below are key to managing remote employees, and it is critical that you take action! Yes, as with anything, taking action is the only true way to succeed in anything you want to achieve.

1. Build Authentic Relationships

As with employees in your office, the building of relationships is important. These relationships must be authentic. That is, you have to care genuinely about your employees, and you have to want to know them. If you don't, then find a way to become authentically interested!

2. Be Mindful of Time Zones

Be respectful of everyone's time. Schedule meetings that don't punish employees by asking them to get up at 4:00 a.m. Make sure meetings accommodate all employees.

Use video all the time—or, if that's not possible, most of the time! In some cases, you may need to schedule separate meetings if the time zones are several hours apart.

To ensure consistent messaging, you can always use the amazing technology available to record meetings and share them. Isn't that a great thought?

3. Set Clear Goals and Expectations

Set monthly, quarterly, and annual goals—all related, of course!

You must be clear in your expectations and make sure your team understands them. This is done through written and verbal communication, and I want to add that you must listen more.

4. Stay Out of the Minutia

Don't get into micromanaging or become consumed by the details. Your role as a leader is to focus on what has been completed, what needs to be done, and whether your team needs help overcoming roadblocks.

5. Encourage, Reward, Acknowledge, and Foster Continuous Learning

These all go hand in hand.

They will keep your teams engaged, eager to do great work, meet results, and enjoy the journey!

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As a seasoned leader—and a continuous learner myself—sharing my knowledge and helping you overcome hurdles makes me happy.

So, I am pleased to help you overcome your challenges or answer your questions on managing remote employees. Message me via LinkedIn.