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Mastering visibility is one of the keys to being seen as a “reputable employee”.
Regardless if you’re working for an old-school leader who thinks remote working is a misguided fantasy (Gerstener, 2024) or a new-school leader who’s into hybrid work, autonomy, and management by objectives (MBO), remote workers face an up-hill journey being visible and relevant. The age-old adage of “out of sight, out of mind” remains pertinent, even with the assistance of modern technology and communications.
“Despite appreciating MBO and autonomy, remote workers [find they must] self-reinfor…
Negotiating a fair remote work agreement
The tide is turning on remote work. Many employers are requesting changes to work from home arrangements that are unwelcome to many people who are feeling the benefits of remote work to their health, time and wallet. People whose lives have been changed for the better through the provision of working from home and the flexibility it brings. Families have settled into routines that require an adult at home, including school pick up or caring for a family member.
While we're not all in a strong …