When people feel valued, they commit.

When organisational goals support individual goals, employees feel valued. People who feel valued are more likely to engage with the goals of the organisation and work harder to achieve them.

Why It Matters

Employee engagement can be challenging in remote teams. Without face-to-face interaction it’s hard to build trust which is an important stepping stone to engagement.

Take Action

To build engagement in your remote team, focus on communication and collaboration through:

Regular check-ins and virtual meetings: frequent communication helps remote employees feel connected and valued. Regular check-ins and virtual meetings provide opportunities to discuss work progress, address concerns, and offer support.

Social interactions and team-building activities: virtual coffee breaks, making time to catch up with personal news, and team-building exercises can help build camaraderie among remote team members. These activities foster a sense of belonging and help employees form personal connections.

Collaborative tools and platforms: tools like Slack, Microsoft Teams, and Asana facilitate easy communication and collaboration. These platforms enable remote teams to work together efficiently and stay aligned on projects.

Measuring engagement levels

If you’re concerned about engagement in your team, it’s important to assess the current state, and track it over time, to determine the effectiveness of strategies.

Surveys and questionnaires: regularly conducting employee engagement surveys can provide valuable insights into how team members feel about their work and the organisation.

Key metrics to track: metrics such as employee satisfaction, turnover rates, and productivity levels can indicate engagement levels. Monitoring these metrics helps identify areas needing improvement.

Engagement is what makes people want to come to work and give their best. It’s a win for them and for your organisation. Engaged and motivated employees mean happy customers and greater productivity. Don’t leave it up to chance.

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