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IN TODAY’S EPISODE 👀 

• INSIGHT: Evaluating Productivity in Hybrid Teams

• LET’S READ: 5 Books for Herding Cats: Managing People Remotely

• LET’S PRACTICE: Onboarding Independent Contractors

Audio Version of This Episode

THE ONE MINUTE TO GET INSIGHTS ✨

by GALLUP

Balancing the benefits and challenges of flexible work arrangements is crucial for maintaining team productivity. According to Gallup's study of 2,877 remote-capable workers in the U.S., effective collaboration requires structured plans and continuous adaptation.

Key Insights

✨Need for a Collaboration Plan.

Half of hybrid workers (48%) lack a formal or informal plan for effective collaboration. Teams with a collaboration plan are 2.2 times more likely to report a positive impact on teamwork and 66% more likely to be engaged at work.

✨ Regular Team Meetings.

Regular check-in meetings optimize coordination. Guidelines for availability and communication enhance team collaboration.

✨ Reflect and Adapt.

Ongoing discussions about improving hybrid teamwork lead to 84% better collaboration and 50% higher engagement. Only 22% of teams have regular discussions about hybrid work, indicating a need for more frequent reflections.

✨ Upskilling.

Only 21% of hybrid workers have received training on effective hybrid work. Effective managers, who are trained to lead hybrid teams, result in four times higher employee engagement and wellbeing.

What's your experience with hybrid team productivity? Do you think these strategies would work for your team? Share your thoughts.

LET’S READ 📖

As shown in recent studies, more than 12% of US workers are now fully remote, and 28.2% have adopted a hybrid approach. Despite these flexible working arrangements, productivity remains a challenge. According to reports, Fortune 500 companies lose 25 billion work hours annually due to ineffective collaboration.

To help navigate these challenges, here is a list of books written by experts who understand how to manage groups that are difficult to coordinate effectively:

1. Leading a Hybrid-Remote Team: A Modern Management Guide to Facilitating a Cohesive Office Community Across the Divide by Ian T. Anders.

2. Managing Hybrid and Remote Teams: Concrete advice to increase output and engagement by Luca Dellanna.

3. Team Building in a Hybrid Workplace: Strengthening Connections and Enhancing Performance by Jude Mahony.

4. Virtual Team Management: Leading Remote Teams by Marlon Ny

5. Managing Teams in the Hybrid Age: The HBR Guides Collection (8 Books) by Harvard Business Review

Have you read any of these books? What are your impressions? Can you recommend any other insightful reads on this topic?

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LET’S PRACTICE 🧪

by People Managing People

Effectively integrating independent contractors ensures they understand their roles and can contribute from day one. This process differs from traditional employee onboarding and requires tailored steps.

How to Do It

1. Collect Necessary Information.

Gather essential details and documents from contractors, such as identification, contact details, and tax forms like the W-9. Ensure all information is securely stored and integrated into your payroll system.

2. Set Up Payment Systems.

Use anonymous resume screening and remove age-related information from job applications to reduce unconscious bias during the hiring process.

3. Provide Access to Tools and Systems.

Grant contractors access to essential tools like Asana, Trello, and Slack, enabling them to start working efficiently.

4. Integrate Contractors into Your Team.

Introduce freelancers to key team members and provide an overview of company processes and culture. Facilitate their integration into the team to foster collaboration and smooth communication.

5. Evaluate Contractor Performance.

Set clear performance metrics and conduct regular reviews to provide feedback and address any issues. This ensures contractors meet expectations and contribute effectively.

What has been your experience with onboarding independent contractors? Have you found specific strategies or tools particularly effective? Let's discuss the challenges and solutions together!

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