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good intentions and , if in doubt , ask . This is crucial in remote , multicultural teams , where different forms of expression can sometimes be misunderstood .
All of this also impacts our people processes : in performance reviews and feedback sessions , facts are more important than impressions , and it ’ s important to illustrate each potential vague sentence with facts .
Flexibility is key
Flexibility is a major benefit of the 100 % remote model . If you offer fully remote working to your employees but monitor everything they do , you ’ re doing it wrong .
At Alts Digital , we live by the principle “ maximum flexibility , maximum responsibility ”. We give people the autonomy to manage their schedules and expect informed decisions that benefit both themselves and the company . Employees have the flexibility to incorporate important activities into their day , such as physical workouts , picking up kids from school or running errands . These activities are part of their routine , and not seen as distractions .
It ’ s not surprising we do this . After all , this mindset shapes everything we do , from how we work to how we create content for our users . We aim to equip people with the right information so they can make the best choices for themselves , especially in areas that can often seem complex , like sports betting .
On the other hand , we ’ ve noticed that remote employees sometimes struggle to take vacations , perhaps due to the feeling of always being close to
Employees have the flexibility to incorporate important activities into their day , such as physical workouts , picking up kids from school or running errands
work . As a company , we proactively encourage everyone to schedule holidays and take the time they need to recharge – I even have three reminders in my calendar to ensure people take their vacations .
Documentation is the foundation of good management
At Alts Digital , documentation is one of the pillars of our culture . Everything we do is properly recorded so that communication is transparent and accessible to everyone . Our main tool is Notion , where we keep not only documented processes but also important decisions and updates . This ensures that , regardless of location or time zone , everyone has access to the information they need to do their job .
Challenges of being fully remote
Managing a 100 % remote team presents unique challenges . The lack of in-person interactions requires managers to be even more attentive to individual needs . There ’ s no casual hallway conversation to check in on how a team member is doing , so we
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Moreover , managers need to be clearer and more objective when setting goals and expectations .
But remote work also requires a critical skill : self-motivation . Being alone demands greater time management , the setting of smaller goals and task planning . No manager is going to be around to provide the authority that pushes us to work . We ’ re our own managers when we work remotely , so you need the ability to self-manage .
Remain committed
At Alts Digital , embracing a 100 % remote model has proven to be both rewarding and challenging . The success of our remote culture relies on flexibility , intentional communication and maintaining strong connections – both online and offline .
By prioritising these elements , we ensure that our team remains engaged , motivated and aligned with our values . As we continue to navigate the evolving landscape of remote work , we remain committed to adapting and refining our practices to support our team and our shared goals .
Rita Mendes has more than 10 years ’ experience in the field of people , culture and human resources . She has worked in various environments , including consultancies , international tech companies and startups , primarily focusing on recruitment and selection , as well as people management and development . In private practice , she is a psychologist specialising in career development .
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