Trusting your team mates and letting go- Remote Work Life

In the discussion titled “Pilar Orti – Trusting Your Team Mates and Letting Go – Remote Work Life,” the speaker addresses the challenges that managers may face in remote work environments, particularly in letting go of control. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-awareness for managers who may struggle with the inability to physically observe their team members’ activities. The speaker warns against replicating traditional monitoring methods, such as tracking keystrokes, and highlights the need to focus on enabling communication between team members rather than micromanaging their work. The key suggestion is to shift the perspective from monitoring individuals to making the work itself visible. This involves creating mechanisms for task completion visibility, ensuring that everyone in the team can understand what each member is working on. The speaker advocates for a balance in open communication platforms like Slack, advising against constantly monitoring and intervening in conversations, as it could inadvertently foster a desire for control. The overarching message is to approach every interaction and check-in with team members by considering whether it serves the collective goals of the team and the work at hand, rather than being driven by a desire for personal control. Ultimately, the discussion encourages a mindset shift towards trust and collaboration in remote work settings, promoting a healthier and more effective work dynamic.