Although work from home has become a norm in the corporate world, not everyone is cut out for this lifestyle. Unlike in a traditional office where you have a boss or manager sitting nearby, you have to practice self-discipline when working remotely. There are some traits and skills that are essential for remote employees. We spoke to some employers and human resource managers to find the most desired qualities of an effective remote worker.

With the shift to remote work, many teams are feeling the pain of having to search through documents and apps to find the information they need to get work done. While we could once tap colleagues on the shoulder for a quick question or help finding an important project document, we’re now spending more time digging through documents, spreadsheets, and wikis. Switching between apps is not only time-consuming—it’s also hampering team agility.

Curious about distributed teams? The global pandemic has ushered in a new way of conducting business, with several companies leaning towards ditching the traditional office in favor of remote work. So if you’re wondering how you can get distributed teams off the ground, you’re in the right place. In this article, we’ll take you through the process of setting up and managing distributed teams.