The key to relationship building on line is matching your own communication style and medium to your relationship partners, the other persons. If that person likes to talk on the phone and your text person only, that relationship is never going to work. You really have to be flexible when you're working remotely across the different media,. And then also, ask, how do you like to communicate? rather than waiting for them to tailor it and you.
How are women who started a job remotely during the pandemic faring? Have they been receiving the support and making the connections necessary to succeed in their role? What lessons can they pass on to other women who are about to join an entirely remote or hybrid organization?
We highlight findings from our survey of new hires. Then, Emily speaks with management professor Beth Schinoff and HR executive Amelia Ransom about their own experiences starting new jobs — the challenges they faced and how they worked to overcome them. They also share advice on how to approach onboarding, whether you’re starting a new position yourself or supporting a new member of your team.
Guest experts:
Beth Schinoff is a management professor at Boston College.
Amelia Ransom is the vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion at the software company Smartsheet.
Resources:
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