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Did you know there are 3 levels to remote work? For a remote work strategy that scales, you need to make sure you are approaching remote work at the right level. Check out this week's article to see why remote work fails at scale and what you can do about it. #RemoteWorkLeadership #RemoteWorkStrategy #BusinessStrategy #ExecutiveStrategy

Your Remote Work Status Quo is a Leaky Bucket You're starting to notice people are disengaging, and you've received another resignation. Their leader says it's under control, but you aren't so sure But you think you have bigger fish to fry You need to speed time to market, but your team's productivity is slipping Check out this carousel to see how the status quo could be costing you millions of dollars: Wow, that added up to $2 million real fast. How much is the status quo costing you?

Unpopular opinion LinkedIn has become an echo chamber But I say "Ain't no thing like me, except me" (Rocket Racoon Guardians of the Galaxy) So I've decided to let my unfiltered, direct, no-fluff communication style out of the box I am unapologetically direct and no-nonsense because I care I bring the tough love with empathy and compassion And 15 years of creating adult learning experiences So If you like raw, unfiltered advice told in a new way, with a fresh perspective to take you from good to great or from great to exceptional Practical and proven not fluff and theory with insights that others miss Follow me to excel at leadership without walls Leadership that works regardless of where you sit Hit that notification bell so you don't miss out

Remote Leadership is Hard - The Struggle is Real.  But it doesn't have to be that way. Many leaders are asking the wrong questions about remote work and solving the wrong problems resulting in these common questions: How do you measure performance for remote employees? Why are people disengaging and quitting, even when they say they want to work remotely? Why is engagement dropping and innovation stalling? In this LinkedIn Live session, we’ll answer these questions and give you actionable strategies to start addressing these remote work challenges right away without recalling everyone back to the office. We’ll also discuss why traditional leadership approaches fail in remote work and help you discover the right questions you and your company should be asking to build and sustain high-performing remote teams at scale. With battle-tested experience leading large global remote teams, I’ll share insights and strategies to set you on the right path to remote leadership success. This session is designed to help you gain momentum and transform the remote work experience for you and your team.

7 Brutal Truths for Executives About Remote Work Costing You Big As an executive, your job is to drive growth, efficiency, and competitive advantage.  So why are you leaving money on the table in leaky buckets when it comes to remote work?  Check out the carousel for 7 brutal truths to help you rethink your approach to remote work. Swipe Right→ Remote work is a strategic business model that requires executive attention, investment, and vision. Stop thinking about what it’s costing you and start leveraging it for measurable competitive advantage. #RemoteWorkLeadership #RemoteWorkStrategy #BusinessStrategy #Leadership #ExecutiveStrategy When you think about asking the right questions about remote work, think of me. Tia A Williams - I help Executives transform remote work into a strategic imperative that accelerates growth and scale.

The Irony & Agony of Growing Disengaged Remote Employees If people love remote work, why are disengagement, isolation, and turnover such big problems?" Check out the video as I share a personal story that explains what's happening with remote employees and what leaders can do about it. So, what structures have you implemented to maintain engagement across your distributed teams? Drop a comment below - I'd love to hear what's working for you. #remoteworkleadership #remoteworkstrategy #leadership #executivestrategy #businessstrategy I help businesses build sustainable, high-performing remote teams that scale.

My Furniture Disaster is a Lesson in Remote Work Strategy Failure They couldn't get my new bed up the stairs. 😭 Watch the video to see how this became a lesson in sunk cost fallacy and how leaders make the same mistakes with remote work. #remoteworkstrategy #remoteworkleadership #executivestrategy

Remote Micromanagers: They Communicate Like Virtual Close Talkers Ever feel like your virtual micromanager is right there with you - in your face? 😅 You know what I mean! Even in remote teams, micromanagers find ways to hover. They’re constantly checking in, frequently asking for updates. They have your Slack username favorited for speed dial. Great remote leaders know it’s about being connected in the right ways. 💡 If you’re dealing with a micromanager, here are 3 strategies to create some virtual breathing room: 1. Agree on a Communication Cadence 🤝 Set clear expectations for when and how you’ll provide updates. No more surprise check-ins! 2. Set Milestones for Easy Progress Tracking 📊 Make tracking progress simple and transparent, so your manager feels in the loop. 3. Focus on Results and Speak Up When Stuck 🚀 Keep your eye on the end result but don’t hesitate to ask for help when you need it. Dealing with a micromanager can be frustrating, but these strategies can help you create the virtual space you need to breathe. What’s your best tip for handling virtual Close Talkers—oops, I mean micromanagers? Share below! 👇 #remotework #leadership #workplaceculture #communication Follow me for more on remote work leadership and strategy. 🔔 Image Credit: Tenor

Managing Performance for remote teams can be challenging. In fact, today's newsletter shares a surprising story on what happened as we were discussing performance challenges with him. All I can say is managing remote teams really is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get. Check out what happened and tell me in the comments how you would have responded! #remoteworkleadership #remotework #remoteworkstrategy PS You can't make this stuff up. Life is stranger than fiction.

Remote Work Leadership Whack-A-Mole Check out the video to learn why the typical approach to remote leadership is like playing whack-a-mole with a hammer, and what you need instead to build genuinely effective, scalable remote teams. #remoteworkleadership #businessstrategy #leadershipdevelopment #executivestrategy #remoteworkstrategy I've been building and scaling remote work teams since long before the pandemic as an executive leader. Now I help companies build high-performing remote work teams that scale as they grow.

Remote Workers are Drifting Away Impacting The Bottom Line in Hidden Ways Disengagement costs $3,400 for every $10,000 in salary for that employee. 🤯 You need strategy not tactics to redesign how work happens.  #remoteleadership #remoteworkstrategy  #remotework #remoteteams #executivestrategy PS Join me for the two day masterclass: Navigating the Complexities of Remote Work: https://lnkd.in/eTpjyBYi

Survival Tips: Leading Remote Teams Through Organizational Change The hardest times for me was restructuring, layoffs, and acquisitions If you find yourself in that position watch today's video for tips to help you through it as a remote leader If you're a remote leader looking for support from someone experienced who understands I've led through multiple restructurings, acquisitions, and layoffs. Let me know if you have questions or need help. #RemoteWorkLeadership #RemoteWorkStrategy #ExecutiveStrategy #RemoteTeams #ChangeManagement P.S. Hit the notification bell so you stay up to date with my content. 🔔 Repost to share with others ♻️

My Trial-By-Fire Aha Moment on High-Performing Global Remote Teams I was promoted to merge a new post-acquisition remote team. A leader of leaders in a fast-growing SaaS startup. A team of over 20 leaders across the globe. Team Leads to Sr Directors, From new leaders to seasoned pros. The challenge? Everyone had... Strong opinions. How do you merge these fiercely rival teams? How do we unite the leadership team in a new way of working? How do we maintain culture & cohesion across timezones? And how do we sustain high-performance at scale? One thing was clear. We needed a system that everyone would feel invested in. It wasn't easy, but those became future inspiration for my remote work operating system and 4C framework. The key was systems that scale with remote work. People talk about empathy, emotional intelligence, Tools and technology. And they do matter. Strategies and systems matter more if you want to scale. Without systems, you spend your day putting out fires, Instead of performing and innovating. When everyone does their own thing, it doesn't scale, it can't take you to the next level. This realization transformed our performance. Here’s what changed: Alignment: Teams started moving in the same direction. Efficiency: We optimized workflows and saw a 40% boost in productivity. Results: We doubled our output in the first year. Resilience: Engagement & performance stayed strong. Was it easy? No. Was it worth it? Absolutely. Would I do it again? In a heartbeat. I help companies accelerate growth by building systems that enable high-performance at scale—whether remote, hybrid, or in-office. #RemoteWorkLeadership #BusinessStrategy #RemoteWorkStrategy #ExecutiveStrategy #RemoteTeams

Ain't No Thing Like Me Except Me A Mo' Better Remote Leadership Lesson About the Value of Honoring Employee Uniqueness Check out the video for this relatable leadership lesson. How do you honor the uniqueness of the members on your team? If you like my content please repost it. ♻️ If you love my content, hit the notification bell to stay up to date 🔔 #RemoteLeadership #RemoteWork #RemoteTeams #Leadership PS I help companies make remote work mo' better with systems, strategies and frameworks that optimize remote team performance, engagement, and retention.

5 Signs Your Remote Work Strategy May Be Failing It's time to review your remote work strategy if these cracks are starting to show: 1️⃣ Declining Engagement 2️⃣ Missed Deadlines & Dropping Productivity 3️⃣ High Turnover or Burnout 4️⃣ Lack of Collaboration or Innovation 5️⃣ Inconsistent Communication As leaders, it's up to us to build a remote work environment that is more than "good enough". Remote work should be a fundamental shift in how work gets done. How is your remote work strategy holding up? Is it time for a change? #remoteworkleaders #remoteworkstrategy #executivestrategy #remotework PS Hit the 🔔 to be notified when my new content drops.

I see a lot of people talking about remote work, but almost no one is talking about the real reason remote work fails. Here's what I've learned after 15 years in this space: Remote work typically fails for just two reasons Strategy gaps and leadership skill gaps Not technology. Not "culture fit. Not because "people need to be together." When your leaders don't know how to engage and Develop people they can't see, or worse, They don't think engagement is necessary Disengagement happens fast And without intentional strategies For communication, culture, and collaboration People become isolated, and productivity starts to slip Why do we keep blaming the model Instead of building the capabilities? It's because remote work is seen as an expense Not an asset. What about you? Have you seen organizations rush back to the office With no idea that the real issues are with leadership and strategy? #remoteleadership #remotestrategy  #leadership #remotework

Navigating the complexity of leading remote teams Did you know that leadership gaps can cause up to a 25% decrease in remote work productivity? Check out this video for leaders who have been struggling with remote team challenges #remotework #remoteworkleadership #remoteworkstrategy #leadershipdevelopment #techleadership PS Don't miss my LinkedIn Live this Thursday, March 20th at 11 AM EDT. Looking forward to seeing you there as we talk about the complexity and challenges of leading remote teams.

Remote work is trending, and EVERYBODY ↳has advice and a plan. "Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face."— Mike Tyson Mike was right. ↳They have a plan that works—until it doesn't. What people are sharing is tactical advice ↳that feels like a bandaid. ↳And bandaids eventually fall off. What you really need is a strategy with systems that ↳holistically set you up for success. Do I think I could beat Mike Tyson? No. But going head-to-head on building systems ↳for remote teams? My approach is unmatched ↳my success is proven. I'm the strategic partner you need to *win* at remote work. #remoteworkstrategy #remoteworkleadership #leadership #businessstrategy #executivestrategy I help companies strategically design and build sustainable high-performing remote work systems that scale as you grow. And I have the case study that validates my success. Send me a message if you're ready to build sustainable success with your remote teams. Let's Go!

What if remote leadership doesn't have to mean missed deadlines, disconnected teams, and constant frustration? I learned the hard way, so you don't have to. Join me May 6-7 for a 2-Day Masterclass on Remote-Inclusive Leadership: Proven Strategies for Leading High-Performing Distributed Teams. As a tech SaaS executive who's led 100+ person global remote teams through acquisitions, restructures, and layoffs, I've developed battle-tested strategies that work. You’ll learn: ✅  Proven methods to measure and enhance performance ✅  Effective communication systems for alignment ✅  Strategies to build resilient team cultures Limited to 16 spots. People leaders, product managers, and engineering leaders, don’t miss this chance to transform your remote leadership approach! #RemoteLeadership #RemoteWork  #LeadershipDevelopment #RemoteWorkStrategy #RemoteTeams Registration is now open for Navigating the Complexities of Remote Work: https://lnkd.in/eTpjyBYi We help with requirements for employer reimbursement.

Last week, a sinus infection stole my voice. I struggled to speak, but no one understood me. I felt disconnected from everyone. Then it hit me. Disengaged remote workers feel it every day. Isolated. Unheard. Disconnected. Leaders create connection. Or they allow disconnection. It's that simple. Yet I see leaders bragging about skipping 1:1s. "My team just knows what to do," they say. This misses the point entirely. Even your stars need recognition. They need to know their work matters. They need to feel their input is valued. Great remote teams aren't just productive. They're seen, heard, and valued. How do you keep your remote team members truly connected? #RemoteWorkLeadership #RemoteWorkStrategy #Leadership #RemoteWorkCulture