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How to Thrive in the Virtual Workplace

Simple and Effective Tips for Successful, Productive and Empowered Remote Work

Robert Glazer with Mick Sloan

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Benefits of Remote Work+
Building Organizational Culture+
Technology & Management+
Combating Isolation+
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Question 1 of 7
How does remote work benefit a company's hiring process according to the text?
  • A. It allows companies to pay lower salaries based on local living costs.
  • B. It creates a larger talent pool and evens the playing field for diverse candidates.
  • C. It completely eliminates the need for traditional human resources departments.
  • D. It filters out candidates who cannot afford their own expensive home office setups.
Question 2 of 7
What is considered the essential foundation for employees to excel in a remote setup?
  • A. High-speed internet and the latest collaboration software.
  • B. Strict supervision and daily check-ins by managers.
  • C. A well-established organizational culture consisting of vision, values, and goals.
  • D. A mandatory hybrid schedule where employees visit the office twice a week.
Question 3 of 7
What strategy, popularized by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, is recommended to make meetings shorter and more productive?
  • A. The Hub Model
  • B. The daily stand-up
  • C. The 15-minute burst rule
  • D. The memo system
Question 4 of 7
Why is psychological safety crucial for managing remote workers?
  • A. It allows employees to feel free to act, raise issues, and make mistakes without fear of punishment.
  • B. It ensures that employees are not overwhelmed by their domestic responsibilities.
  • C. It guarantees that remote workers will not feel isolated or lonely working from home.
  • D. It provides a legal framework to protect companies from workplace injuries.
Question 5 of 7
How does the 'Hub Model' help combat remote work isolation?
  • A. By requiring all employees to log into a central virtual reality hub for casual chats.
  • B. By hiring clusters of employees in specific cities so they can meet, socialize, or co-work in person.
  • C. By redesigning the main corporate headquarters into a massive community center.
  • D. By flying all employees to a single global destination for an annual week-long retreat.
Question 6 of 7
What is recommended as an effective way to maintain physical and mental boundaries while working from home?
  • A. Working from different rooms every day to keep the mind stimulated.
  • B. Creating a designated workspace and establishing a routine to wind down at the end of the day.
  • C. Keeping the webcam on all day so family members know you are busy.
  • D. Answering emails immediately to prevent work from piling up into the evening.
Question 7 of 7
When organizing virtual catchups to build social connection among remote colleagues, what specific advice does the text offer?
  • A. Keep the meetings strictly to 15-20 minutes to maintain focus.
  • B. Always include a manager to ensure the conversation remains professional.
  • C. Use these sessions to bond and discuss anything, as long as it is not related to work.
  • D. Make sure to review the company's vision and values during the call.

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How to Thrive in the Virtual Workplace Summary & Overview

How to Thrive in the Virtual Workplace (2021) is a guide to working remotely. With tips for both organizations and individuals, it covers everything from the benefits of remote work to steps for implementing it successfully, and the tools and tricks that make it easy.

Who Should Listen to How to Thrive in the Virtual Workplace?

  • Organizational leaders interested in going remote
  • Employees who want a fulfilling remote experience
  • People who are curious about the future of work

About the Author: Robert Glazer with Mick Sloan

Robert Glazer is an author and the founder and CEO of Acceleration Partners, a global affiliate marketing agency with numerous company-culture awards. He’s been named one of Glassdoor’s Top CEOs of Small and Medium Companies in the US, and has been published by the likes of Harvard Business Review and Fast Company. Glazer has also written several best-selling books, including Friday Forward and Elevate.

Mick Sloan is a content and leadership-development manager at Acceleration Partners.

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