The Covid-19 pandemic has transformed the way we work and work from home has now become the new normal. In such a scenario, it becomes imperative for business owners, managers and human resource personnel to have a clear framework to manage their team effectively. Here are a few aspects for team leaders to keep in mind.

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Maintaining the emotional health quotient

• Keep your employees feeling connected, prevent isolation
• Set up meeting with remote employees to monitor and improve their emotional well-being – focus on optimal frequency for your meetings
• Identify the unique ways to collaborate
• Solve their fears, address concerns
  
  

Maintaining & building accountability

• Give employees more autonomy, and freedom
• Create a Weekly Meeting Rhythm to keep your team accountable and productive
• Use ‘Minimally Viable Components’ to make delegating easier and faster (while still maintaining sufficient control over deliverables)
  
  

Mastering virtual meetings

• Use a Checklist - what do you hope to achieve from this meeting?
• Clear agenda, timelines and managing the meeting flow
• Share the rules of the meeting in advance
  
  

Critical productivity tactics

• Set aside time to complete critical tasks to achieve optimal efficiency
• Create a weekly Productivity Map
• Be aware of key barriers to working remotely
  
  

Technology tools & rules for hassle-free functioning

• Ensure that the team is aware of the 'Tech Stack’
• Create and circulate FAQs with respect to connectivity, VPN access, echoes
• Address queries on security / data concerns
  
  

Leadership mindsets to adopt

• Acknowledge fears of self and team working remotely
• Be aware of the benefits and potential pitfalls of working remotely
• Build on competencies and adapt your working style to accommodate the new normal
• Seek coaching / mentoring help, if required

Also read: Manage & motivate your team: 6 effective tips

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