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Communicating virtually within teams

Communicating virtually within teams

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Communicating virtually within teams

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- Virtual teams experience some unique benefits and challenges. Luckily, there are things we can do to improve the performance of virtual teams by focusing on our team's communication. One of the most important things you can do is take the extra time to build connections with your colleagues. This might not feel natural at first, but it's critical, relationships matter. Three ways you can get to know your teammates virtually are, one, create virtual spaces or times for conversations. Open office hours or town hall style meetings give people a chance to check in and voice ideas or concerns. Two, post monthly or quarterly virtual socials. A happy hour, trivia, or game night are a fun way to connect with your team outside of your work. Three, ask good questions. If I ask you how you're doing, you'll likely respond with a one-word answer. In fact, it's become somewhat of an ignored greeting to ask someone how they're…

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