Remote Work Foundations (2018)

When you unlock the power of remote work, you can ditch your commute, work where you focus best, and spend more time doing things you love, all while advancing your career. In this course, coach Mike Gutman from FlexJobs shows how to use today's cloud-based communication and collaboration tools to get work done from anywhere, while remaining connected to your organization. He reveals how you can create a productive work environment at home or around town by structuring your day correctly and avoiding distractions. He also explains how to build rapport with remote colleagues so you feel like you're part of the team and succeed in your remote career. Watch this course to learn how to work productively, when and where you want, and achieve the freedom and flexibility you need for a more balanced life.

Learning objectives
Describe the ideal home setup for working remotely.
Summarize the process of onboarding a remote worker.
Explain the importance of work-life balance and how to maintain it while working remotely.
Cite the tools remote workers can use to stay connected to the home office.
Describe how to manage conflict with teammates while working remotely.
Explain how to build culture in a remote team.