InSync Training

OCTOBER 9, 2018

This month, guest contributor Jenny Holt explores the helpfulness of technology in supporting both virtual learners and virtual teams. Studies show that conversation between colleagues boosts performance by 20% , but this can be challenging to make the most of when remote teams are increasingly split across the globe.

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TalentLMS

JANUARY 20, 2022

And one of the best ways to help build that bond is through team training. But getting an entire team together for learning isn’t always easy—especially with the rise of remote work. The idea of virtual team training may leave employees feeling disconnected. The benefits of virtual team training.

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PDG

MAY 10, 2023

Challenges of Leading Remote Pharmaceutical Teams Leading a remote pharmaceutical sales team comes with a unique set of challenges , including: Impacts on Communication, Relationships, and Team Dynamics. Begin by outlining team goals, individual responsibilities, and performance KPIs that they are being measured against.

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KnowledgeCity

AUGUST 11, 2023

This can look something like a team leader organizing regular virtual team meetings to discuss project progress, address challenges, and provide recognition for exceptional performance by remote team members. You can use this time to collectively establish feasible checkpoints and timeframes.

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Jigsaw Interactive

AUGUST 11, 2021

It might be easy to forget to include team members when they’re no longer in the same room. Instead of team leaders making the decisions behind the scenes and simply presenting them to employees, managers should involve them in the process. Communications to customers, between co-workers and managers increases in a virtual environment.

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CLO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Like many leaders, he laments how remote work limits occasions for natural conversation. Given the high popularity of remote and hybrid work models, companies want to see their leaders “actually create a more inclusive environment within their micro-team.” Healthy channels of communication and compassion are a hallmark at Blanchard.

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CLO Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2022

Across every country and demographic, people are questioning what they want from careers, debating the challenges and benefits of working from home, and trying to find the best way to lead and engage virtual teams. For senior leaders, the mantra during a crisis is communication, communication, communication.

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Vignettes Learning

MAY 8, 2020

Virtual team tools are a great help too for our regular work meetings. Somehow, this sudden disconnect from our usual and normal face-to-face interactions had us strongly craving the need to connect, albeit virtually. My wife checks up on her mother and siblings daily through Zoom calls.

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PDG

MAY 11, 2021

We talked about the challenges of virtual leadership, and as part of that conversation, we hit on a pretty important point: long before the pandemic, there were plenty of leaders who were already leading virtually. Many sales leaders, due to large geographies, are not in the same city as any of their team members.

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eLearning Brothers

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

For a virtual team to collaborate, everyone needs to have real-time access to current documents and also understand any progress that’s made against deliverables. One software solution, Teamwork, allows users to create task lists and assign individual tasks to team members. It also allows you to share documents.

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Matrix

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

When I first came across this concept of ‘invisible team’, I instantly thought of the instance in Lord of the Rings when Aragorn has to go into battle with an immense army of ghosts. Understand that virtual teams are unique. Whether he meant it or not, that put a graceless end to the entire conversation.

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Epilogue Systems

APRIL 4, 2024

Creating a Welcoming Digital Environment – Pre-Onboarding Communications: Initiate contact with new hires before their official start date to convey excitement about their joining the team. These can include virtual company swag (e.g., Such gestures make new hires feel valued and part of the team from day one.

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Rustici Software

MARCH 2, 2021

A Google Meet with the entire staff just isn’t the same as hosting Pancake Day in person where smaller groups naturally form and have meaningful and random (like really random) conversations. I wanted to try old and new ideas to keep the team culture that we already had going. Thoughtful conversations and handmade cards make an impact.

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Joitske Hulsebosch eLearning

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

I used the book Creativity in Virtual Teams Key components for Success van Nemiro , though the book is writing for semi-permanent teams and we were just a temporary team my experiences were quite similar. It may seems unfortunate to stop a conversation which is important and interesting, but it does benefit the energy.

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learnWorlds

JULY 17, 2023

Skills training ranges from technical, on-the-job skills to soft skills , like leadership or communication, with all the more emphasis being placed on the latter. In addition to generating content, ChatGPT can also act as a virtual tutor or mentor, offering personalized guidance to learners. ” “You are a salesperson.

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ReadyTech

MAY 9, 2018

Add in the difficulty of having virtual teams with employees distributed across the globe in various time zones—and you have a daunting task. Communication: Because virtual teams don’t see each other regularly, good communication between managers and employees is vital.

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PDG

AUGUST 23, 2023

It is the state in which the sales team is fully prepared and equipped to handle any sales situation effectively. A well-prepared sales team can confidently engage with prospects, communicate the value of their products, and overcome objections, ultimately leading to successful deal closures.

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TalentLMS

APRIL 9, 2019

We’ve outlined some common challenges managers of remote teams face with some strategies you can use to overcome them. Communication. Communication is the key to success for most teams. When teams work remotely, it isn’t always easy to foster open communication. Tracking work and productivity.

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Matrix

AUGUST 8, 2019

However, the challenges are also considerable, especially when it comes not only to a virtual team but to a virtual and global one. It’s one thing to work with people that belong to fairly the same culture and another to have to deal with significant differences in values, beliefs and communication styles. Wrapping up.

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CrossKnowledge

JUNE 26, 2017

The things that make remote working successful are the same things we want in place anyway: effortless and fast communication , a shared place for files and conversation, and alignment on a common vision. There’s a certain magic that happens when a team “clicks.” Our companies will only be stronger for it.

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ID Reflections

JANUARY 3, 2012

Emergent social platforms made communication and knowledge sharing easy evenamong people residing on opposite corners of the planet, total strangers toeach other. Can we engage inmeaningful conversations via a social platform with someone we have never metbefore and share those half-formed thoughts? Enter social business!

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KnowledgeCity

MARCH 5, 2020

Companywide communication is key – There is a workplace culture of communication that encourages employees to ask questions and get answers. In this way, the company’s values and best practices are communicated clearly across the board. Virtual collaboration – The ability to work productively as a member of a virtual team.

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ProProfs

MAY 4, 2023

Effective Leadership and Collaboration Employee engagement makes workplace communication more efficient and fosters mutual respect, making for better collaboration and leadership. You can let employees take quizzes individually or as teams. For example, they may deliberately provide poor customer service to hurt the company’s revenue.

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Tony Karrer

JANUARY 20, 2009

I cannot claim to be an expert, and I feel like this topic demands a lot of soft skills such as communication skills, team skills, handling cultural and work style issues, etc. One was having a small (7 person) project team get together on a conference call and have all of us editing the status report real-time via Google Spreadsheets.

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learnWorlds

MAY 23, 2023

Through collaborative learning, learners can equip themselves with key soft skills including teamwork, communication, time management, decision-making, and more. Collaborative learning applies to various sectors and settings, including in-person and online classrooms , workplaces, and community groups.

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Limestone Learning

MARCH 29, 2021

Navigating change means having thought-out, courageous conversations about what is, and what isn’t a priority. "No" No" is the new "Yes" because it starts this new conversation. Organizations could not function without good communicators, critical thinkers and emotionally intelligent leaders. .–12

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EI Design

APRIL 22, 2019

If you can’t have this conversation face to face, it becomes very difficult. Building Teams Through Serious Play. As virtual teams become the norm, members can “meet” in serious games. Even where team members are co-located, serious games give the opportunity to try and fail at new scenarios together.

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Coreaxis

MARCH 23, 2021

You come to us and tell us that you have a problem with Difficult Conversations or Presentation Skills or Being an Effective Team Member. Another category in the learning suite is Leadership & People Managers (with classes like Coaching for Leaders, Emotional Intelligence, Women in Leadership, and High Performance Virtual Teams.)

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ID Reflections

JANUARY 28, 2015

This is the first week and I am absolutely looking forward to exploring the topics, learning from the other participants and participating in exciting conversations. The four topics we are planning to deep dive into in the first two weeks are: a) Networked learning, b) Personal Learning Networks, c) MOOCs, and d) Communities of Inquiry.

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Tony Karrer

DECEMBER 9, 2009

Teach me less about communication and give me more templates for important, tough communication points. Grade: A- #5 - Virtual Classroom Tipping Point Based on a few different conversations and experiences, I believe that we've reached a point where virtual classroom training is no longer seen as inherently inferior and a lower value.

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Obsidian Learning

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

How do you communicate about the updates? For both approaches (rapid conversion or brand-new virtual onboarding program) employ the principles of blended learning to ensure instructional efficacy and effective knowledge transfer. Use these questions to formulate your plan: How often do you need to review content?

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EI Design

JULY 26, 2018

A lack of interest within your sales team can lead to a lot of wasted potential and resources. Adding a gamification platform can create incredible business results, such as boosting conversion rates up to 7x. Your goal is to assemble imaginary or virtual team of real players of a professional sport.

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ProProfs

AUGUST 12, 2022

A sure-fire way to cope with this is to pop fun and excitement into your virtual meet-ups! . We present to you – team quizzes ! Virtual team-building quizzes (which you can create easily using an online quiz maker ) work like a charm for boosting employee morale. . Why Should You Conduct a Virtual Team Quiz?

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Hurix Digital

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Lack of Hybrid Culture Mindset Most full-time employees understand the expectations associated with a full-time role – from office timings and key deliverables to reporting structures and communication guidelines. Core activities include training, onboarding of new hires, and team communication.

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Limestone Learning

MARCH 30, 2020

Many of us are getting a crash course in remote work as we quickly get up to speed on teleconferencing, videoconferencing and the vast array of tools and hacks for virtual teams. There are tons of free webinars this month to keep you connected with your communities of practice.

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Matrix

JULY 30, 2020

Fortunately, there are some simple practices that managers can employ to make team collaboration possible and smooth even in today’s remote setting. Read more: Why L&D should prepare for training global virtual teams. Communication needs to be very clear. Read more: On designing a great L&D communication plan.

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ReadyTech

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

A regular communication schedule will also ensure you’re not forgetting to check in with your remote employees. If you’re managing a large team, consider adding recurring events to your calendar to keep on top of your communication with employees. Use Video Conferencing to Establish Face-to-Face Communication Rituals.

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