{"id":28647,"date":"2023-05-03T15:32:44","date_gmt":"2023-05-03T15:32:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/live-elam-site.pantheonsite.io\/?p=28647"},"modified":"2023-05-04T15:32:46","modified_gmt":"2023-05-04T15:32:46","slug":"crucial-steps-to-foster-employee-engagement-whilst-working-remotely","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elam.ca\/en\/recent_blogs\/crucial-steps-to-foster-employee-engagement-whilst-working-remotely","title":{"rendered":"Crucial Steps to Foster Employee Engagement Whilst Working Remotely"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"28647\" class=\"elementor elementor-28647\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-a09ab6a elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"a09ab6a\" data-element_type=\"section\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-thegem\"><div class=\"elementor-row\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-eeb7cd2\" data-id=\"eeb7cd2\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4a54263d flex-horizontal-align-default flex-horizontal-align-tablet-default flex-horizontal-align-mobile-default flex-vertical-align-default flex-vertical-align-tablet-default flex-vertical-align-mobile-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4a54263d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You&#8217;re probably reading this because you want to know how to foster employee engagement while working remotely. And rightly so! Employee engagement is key to any company&#8217;s success, remote or not. The good news is that it can be done\u2014and it starts with following these six crucial steps.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h5 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">1. Establish Open Communication Channels<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h5><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img class=\"wp-image-28652 size-medium alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/dev-elam-site.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_336346207-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"Young Asian woman working from home due to coronavirus covid-19, lifestyle working and playing with her cute cats, Work from home concept. Young Asian woman working from home due to coronavirus covid-19.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elam.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_336346207-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/elam.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_336346207-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/elam.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_336346207-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/elam.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_336346207-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/elam.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_336346207-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Make sure to establish open communication channels with your remote employees.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This means having regular check-ins, even if it&#8217;s just a quick five-,minute cha youso that you can stay on top of their work and ensure that they&#8217;re staying engaged. It would be best if you also were proactive in addressing any issues or concerns as soon as they arise.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By fostering an open and honest line of communication, you will help to build trust and keep your team feeling connected, which are both keys to engagement.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h5 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">2. Set Regular Team Meetings<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h5><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the first things you should do is have regular<span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #ff6600;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #ff6600; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.vantagecircle.com\/importance-of-team-building\/#:~:text=Team%20building%20is%20important.,consensus%20before%20making%20any%20decisions.\"> team meetings.<\/a><\/strong><\/span> This will help keep everyone in the loop and on the same page. It also gives everyone a chance to share what they&#8217;re working on, and it&#8217;s a fantastic opportunity to get feedback from your team.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keep these meetings short and sweet\u201410-15 minutes is more than enough. And be sure to stick to a schedule so people know when to expect them.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h5 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">3. Create an Open and Positive Work Environment<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h5><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-28650 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/dev-elam-site.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_415877976-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"Young African mother working online from home on a laptop with her little daughter sitting on her lap. Young mom sitting with her daughter while working from home\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elam.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_415877976-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/elam.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_415877976-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/elam.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_415877976-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/elam.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AdobeStock_415877976-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>When your employees are working remotely, it&#8217;s important to create an open and positive work environment. This can be done in many ways, but one of the most important is ensuring employees feel heard.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Make sure that you&#8217;re communicating with them regularly and that you&#8217;re receptive to their feedback. If someone has an idea, make sure that they feel comfortable sharing it. And if there&#8217;s ever a time when you need to deliver bad news, be sure to do it in a way that doesn&#8217;t make them feel like they&#8217;re being punished.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Creating a positive work environment is key to keeping your employees engaged, even when they&#8217;re not in the office!<\/span><\/p><h5 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">4. Offer Rewards and Recognition for Achievements<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h5><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Everyone likes to be appreciated for their hard work, and offering rewards and recognition for accomplishments is one of the best ways to engage remote workers. It&#8217;s especially effective when you offer surprises or incentives for going above and beyond.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When you <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600; text-decoration: underline;\"><a style=\"color: #ff6600; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/hr.fas.harvard.edu\/recognition#:~:text=Try%20to%20recognize%20the%20individual,the%20value%20that%20it%20created.\">recognize employees&#8217; achievements<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/strong>, it fosters a feeling of camaraderie and builds trust. You can offer team rewards such as gift cards, extra vacation time, or special privileges; or you can offer individual rewards like bonuses, public praise in the form of awards, or handwritten thank-you cards.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">No matter what kind of rewards you choose, make sure they are means provided to the employee and recognize their effort in a concrete way. This will be a great way to motivate your remote team and show that you appreciate their dedication.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h5 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">5. Make Sure Employees Have the Necessary Tools and Training<\/span><\/h5><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-28540 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/dev-elam-site.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Photo-HP-Site-Web-ajout-Feb-2023-2-300x269.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"269\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elam.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Photo-HP-Site-Web-ajout-Feb-2023-2-300x269.png 300w, https:\/\/elam.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Photo-HP-Site-Web-ajout-Feb-2023-2.png 764w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>One of the keys to fostering employee engagement is ensuring your team has all the necessary tools and skills to do their job successfully. This means having the right hardware and software to be able to work effectively remotely &#8211; from having a good laptop and headset to reliable access to the internet and <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600; text-decoration: underline;\"><a style=\"color: #ff6600; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trustradius.com\/file-sharing#:~:text=File%20Sharing%20Services%20and%20Platforms%20Overview,-Learn%20More&amp;text=File%20sharing%20is%20the%20process,it%20and%20make%20editing%20suggestions.\">document-sharing services.<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600; text-decoration: underline;\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You properly also strive to provide opportunities for employees to learn new skills, whether it&#8217;s through online courses such as<b> <\/b><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600; text-decoration: underline;\"><a style=\"color: #ff6600; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/dev-elam-site.pantheonsite.io\/language-courses?gad=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwr82iBhCuARIsAO0EAZz6d1j15AhuoTsHdizTdLLFT1WvPdW4Fe6HoLo3eQCR8G7cqPEg-KcaAtWJEALw_wcB\">language <\/a>training<\/span><\/strong><\/span>\u00a0Involving employees in personal development plans can help to increase motivation and engagement, which will ultimately lead to better performance in their roles.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, ensure you&#8217;re providing stipends for hardware\/software upgrades if needed &#8211; ultimately leading to their hard work and ensuring they can get their job done without any hiccups or roadblocks.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h5 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">6. Provide Motivation and Support for Employees<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h5><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Providing motivation and support for employees is essential when fostering engagement with remote work. Remote workers don&#8217;t have the same daily feedback from colleagues, managers, and supervisors that onsite employees have, so it&#8217;s important to provide additional encouragement and recognition.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It&#8217;s also a useful idea to design regular weekly check-ins with each employee to discuss progress, answer questions, and get updates. Acknowledging successes, providing feedback on areas of improvement, and offering resources and guidance will help develop a strong relationship between employer and employee.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It&#8217;s also important to <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600; text-decoration: underline;\">consider offering bonuses<\/span><\/span><\/strong> or rewards for meeting goals or completing projects to keep morale high. This can be a financial bonus or something tangible like gift cards. Providing additional incentives can help employees stay motivated, engaged, and productive while working at home.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">In conclusion<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As a manager, what can you do to ensure your remote employees feel engaged and connected to the company? Here are five steps:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ol><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Stay connected with weekly updates and company news.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Make sure employees have all the tools and resources they need to do their jobs. team-building<\/span>\u00a0building activities, both online and offline.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Encourage employees to share their thoughts and ideas.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Celebrate successes, both big and small.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/section>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You&#8217;re probably reading this because you want to know how to foster employee engagement whilst working remotely. And rightly so! Employee engagement is key to any company&#8217;s success, remote or not. The good news is that it can be done\u2014and it starts with following these five crucial steps. <\/p>\n<p>Establish Open Communication Channels <\/p>\n<p>Make sure to establish open communication channels with your remote employees. <\/p>\n<p>This means having regular check-ins, even if it&#8217;s just a quick five-minute chat, so that you can stay on top of their work and ensure that they&#8217;re staying engaged. You should also be proactive in addressing any issues or concerns as soon as they arise. <\/p>\n<p>By fostering an open and honest line of communication, you will help to build trust and keep your team feeling connected, which are both keys to engagement. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":28654,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"single-fullwidth.php","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[192,80,53,191,55],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-28647","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-edtech","8":"category-hr-ressources","9":"category-language-courses","10":"category-language-technology","11":"category-recent_blogs"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v22.4 (Yoast SEO v26.7) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Crucial Steps to Foster Employee Engagement Whilst Working Remotely - ELAM<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"You&#039;re probably reading this because you want to know how to foster employee engagement whilst working remotely. 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