The $100 MBA Show

MBA366 Guest Teacher: Nicole Baldinu- 5 Essentials to Managing a Remote Team

Aug 31, 2015

Nicole Baldinu, co-founder of The $100 MBA and a remote team management expert, shares her invaluable insights on remote work. She discusses five essential strategies for managing a distributed team, emphasizing communication and organization. Nicole highlights the importance of trusting team members, daily updates, and cultivating a strong cultural identity. Sincere praise and positivity play crucial roles in motivation and productivity. With her personal experiences and practical examples, she provides a roadmap for anyone navigating the remote work landscape.

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Quick takeaways

Effective remote team management prioritizes output over physical presence, using daily check-ins for accountability without micromanaging.

Structured and clear communication across various platforms is essential to prevent misunderstandings and enhance overall team efficiency.

Deep dives

Essentials of Remote Team Management

Managing a remote team requires a distinct approach compared to traditional management. One essential insight is the idea of 'not herding cats' and verifying work instead. Managers need to focus on the output rather than the physical presence of employees. Daily check-ins and consistent performance reviews help maintain accountability and ensure the necessary tasks are being completed without micromanaging.

Intro

4min

Essentials for Managing a Remote Workforce

2min

Essentials of Remote Team Management: Communication and Organization

4min

Essential Strategies for Managing a Remote Team

4min

Essential Strategies for Effective Remote Team Management

6min

Yes! You have read that right. Our teacher for today’s episode is our very own Nicole Baldinu and you’ll finally hear her voice on the show. Nicole is my better half and as well as my partner in business. She is the producer of this show, the co-founder of The $100 MBA, Webinar Ninja and a rockstar manager for our remote team. She will be teaching us how to effectively manage a team virtually, we’re going to hear some of her strategies and practical examples when it comes to remote team management. So if you have a remote team or you’re growing to have one, then you better listen to this! Hit play at the top of the page!