1. Creating the Effective Remote Team Learning & Development Conference June 16, 2009 Jennifer Allebach Maria Baptist Mike Maslanek

2. The Term “Remote”

3. Managing Remotely

4. What jobs lend themselves to remote work?

5. Brainstorm & Share What are the characteristics of the ideal remote worker? How do remote workers want to be managed? What skills are needed by remote managers? How do remote managers build trust?

6. Why is managing remotely so challenging?

7. Tools to Make Your Team More Effective

8. Know when you need face-to-face time!

9. Active listening is VERY IMPORTANT!