How to Thrive in a Remote or Virtual Workplace

Learn effective strategies for thriving in a remote or virtual workplace in this 52-minute training video. Discover how to communicate effectively using digital tools, connect with team members, and maintain a positive attitude while working remotely. Explore techniques for creating new work rhythms, managing news consumption, scheduling social time, and leveraging digital communication tools. Gain insights on improving vocal power for phone calls, mastering video call etiquette, and fostering team friendships for better performance. Understand the importance of shared rituals in bonding remote teams and creating a sense of group identity. Learn how to become a "kindness warrior" by practicing capitalization - sharing and celebrating good news to multiply happiness and strengthen relationships. Access additional resources and links mentioned in the video to further enhance your remote work experience.

Intro
THRIVING IN A VIRTUAL WORKPLACE
STUDIES HAVE SHOWN THAT WORKING FROM HOME CAN LEAD TO HAPPIER. MORE PRODUCTIVE TEAMS.
CREATE YOUR NEW RHYTHMS
GO ON A NEWS DIET • SCHEDULE SOCIAL TIME • FOLLOW PEOPLE WHO ARE • LIMIT YOUR BROWSING TIME
LEVERAGING DIGITAL TOOLS
COMMUNICATION • TIPS TO BE A PHONE NINJA • IMPROVE YOUR VOCAL POWER • TIPS FOR VIDEO CALLS
Share It, Discuss It, Sync It
SCIENCE •STUDIES HAVE SHOWN THAT FRIENDSHIPS WITHIN A TEAM LEAD TO BETTER PERFORMANCE
Commuting time Putting on pants time Packing a lunch time Parking time Elevator time
Social Stoking Time
Non-Awkward Social Stoking
SCIENCE STUDIES HAVE FOUND THAT SHARED RITUALS BOND PEOPLE FASTER RITUALS PROVIDE PREDICTABILITY & CALM IN AN UNCERTAIN TIME •RITUALS CAN HELP CREATE GROUP IDENTITY AND SHARED EXPERIENCE
Share, Discuss, Sync
BE A KINDNESS WARRIOR
SCIENCE CAPITALIZATION IS WHEN GOOD NEWS IS SHARED. YOUR HAPPINESS MULTIPLIES THE POSITIVE BENEFITS OF THE EXPERIENCE AND STRENGTHENS THE BOND BETWEEN THE PEOPLE INVOLVED.
You are amazing! I'm so grateful for you. How can I help you more?