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Maintaining Company Culture in a Remote Work Environment

Dec 09, 2024

If you’re a small business owner, chances are you’ve at least thought about hybrid or remote work. Maybe you’ve already made the switch, or you’ve been operating this way for a while. Either way, you’ve probably realized that keeping your company culture alive when your team is scattered across home offices, coffee shops, or coworking spaces is a whole new challenge.  

In our last post, we talked about the pros and cons of hybrid work and how it can work for small businesses. But if you’ve made the leap—or even if you’re just weighing your options—one thing is certain: company culture can’t be left to chance. For small businesses, culture is the heartbeat of your team, and it’s what keeps everyone aligned and motivated. So, let’s dive into how to keep that heartbeat strong in a remote world. 

 Why Culture Matters Even More When You’re Remote  

Back in the office days, culture...

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The Pros and Cons of Hybrid Work Models for Small Businesses

Dec 02, 2024

So, you’re considering the hybrid work model. You’re not alone. Since the pandemic flipped our work lives upside down, this new approach to productivity has been all the rage. But is it the right fit for your small business?

Let’s break it down.

First things first: What is a Hybrid Work Model?  

Think of it as the best (or worst, depending on your perspective) of both worlds. Employees split their time between working remotely and showing up in the office. 

Sounds simple, right? Well, it’s not. So, let’s get into the juicy stuff—what works, what doesn’t, and how to decide if this trend is worth the hype for your business.

 

The Pros: Why Hybrid Might Work for You  

  1. Flexibility = Happier Employees  

Nobody likes being chained to a desk five days a week. Hybrid models let your team skip the soul-sucking commute and work in their pajamas half the time. Happier employees are more productive, less likely...

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The Remote Work Revolution: A Survival Guide for Small Business Owners

Feb 12, 2024

Welcome to the wild world of remote work, where sweatpants are the new power suits, and your living room doubles as your boardroom. As a small business owner, you've likely found yourself thrust into the remote work revolution—whether you were ready for it or not.

In today’s post, we’re going to take a look at the pros and cons from the employee/employer POV, how to determine IF remote work will work for your company, and how to successfully manage remote employees without losing your mind...or your cool.


The Pros and Cons of Remote Work…if you’re the business owner:

Let's start with the good stuff. Remote work means lower overhead costs, fewer office shenanigans to manage, and the ability to hire talent from across the globe without having to shell out for relocation packages. But it's not all rainbows and Zoom calls. Managing remote teams can feel a bit like herding cats, and there's always the risk of your employees turning into productivity-sucking...

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