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RubyConf AU 2016: Out of sight, out of mind? Helping teams thrive when they’re permanently Out-Of-Office “Besides not being as productive, what are the challenges of working remotely?” This and other questions are asked to distributed teams all the time. Presented by a remote manager and an employee with varying remote experiences in different companies, both successful and not, we’ll focus on real failures and teams that achieved success. Some remote teams don’t quite have it down, others wish their company understood them better. Even more folks want to work remotely but don’t know how to do it effectively. We’ll dive into each of these areas demonstrating failures and strategies that work.
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In the presentation "Out of sight, out of mind? Helping teams thrive when they’re permanently Out-Of-Office," Allison McMillan discusses the evolving landscape of remote work, emphasizing the challenges and strategies for helping teams succeed in a distributed environment. The talk, which took place at RubyConf AU 2016, draws on McMillan's personal experiences and statistics to provide insights into effective remote work practices. **Key Points Discussed:** - **Remote Work Overview:** - Remote work is increasingly popular, with studies showing 55% of workers becoming more productive and 80% likely to stay longer with remote work options. - Both McMillan and her collaborator, Kevin Hopkins, have extensive experience in remote roles, which informed their perspective on the subject. - **Communication Challenges:** - Remote meetings can be difficult, with issues like hearing difficulties and a sense of exclusion from spontaneous conversations. - New remote developers should actively ask questions and utilize communication tools effectively (e.g., Hangouts, Slack) to improve integration into teams. - Managers should clarify communication expectations and foster open relationships through structured one-on-ones to discuss feedback and concerns. - **Productivity Enhancements:** - New developers should feel comfortable reaching out for assistance without fear of interruption. - Time management strategies include documenting time spent on tasks and setting expectations for responses from teammates. - Time zone differences pose challenges; companies should ensure overlaps for collaboration. - **Cultural Considerations:** - Building relationships is crucial for remote teams, which may involve pairing sessions and social interactions to enhance teamwork. - Encourage empathy and understanding among diverse team members while recognizing the natural fluctuations in productivity. - Companies should create welcome packages and actively introduce new remote employees to foster inclusion. **Conclusions and Takeaways:** - While remote work can be beneficial, it may not be suitable for everyone, especially junior developers without adequate support systems in place. - Managers and companies are encouraged to facilitate conversations about the realities of remote work, ensuring everyone grasps its implications and benefits. - In conclusion, McMillan invites attendees to reach out for further discussion and will share additional resources online, promoting continued learning in the realm of remote work.
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