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February 15, 2021February 15, 2021 Emily Wessel FarrLeave a comment

The Era of Reflection

When the world is still, quiet, even boring, people start to think. When the present is less blurry, the past becomes clearer. There is time for nostalgia, regret, and resolution. Read More …

Brave New Remote World, Managing
October 23, 2020October 23, 2020 Emily Wessel FarrLeave a comment

Winter is Upon Us – What’s Next?

In an increasingly nerve-wracking world, communication will reduce fears and increase morale. I’m writing to you deep into a global pandemic, facing down an important election, with a five-year old Read More …

Brave New Remote World, Managing, Working Remotely
September 9, 2020September 10, 2020 Emily Wessel FarrLeave a comment

Recruiting Remotely – Building Your Team From Home Can Reap Benefits

In the midst of furloughs, layoffs, and terminations, companies are still hiring. While the pandemic forces us to change the way we recruit, it also provides an opportunity to make Read More …

Brave New Remote World, Recruitment, Working Remotely
August 25, 2020August 25, 2020 Emily Wessel FarrLeave a comment

Suffered or Permitted: Tracking Work from a Distance

Yesterday, the Department of Labor (DOL) Wage and Hour Division issued guidance on tracking teleworking hours for non-exempt employees. Reminding employers that the math is simple (an employer is required Read More …

Brave New Remote World, Managing, Working Remotely
August 18, 2020August 18, 2020 Emily Wessel FarrLeave a comment

Gone Rogue: How to Prevent Naysayers and Deniers From Trashing Your New Remote World

First of all, I hope this headline isn’t too negative. God knows that’s the last thing you need in 2020. Yet, this blog can’t escape the reality of the moment, Read More …

Brave New Remote World, Managing, Working Remotely
August 11, 2020August 13, 2020 Emily Wessel FarrLeave a comment

Step 3: Thriving in the Remote Era

A Career Track through COVID How do employees fast forward when the world is on pause? We have talked about how you get your remote workplace started (communication, training, navigating Read More …

Communication, Managing, Working Remotely
August 4, 2020August 3, 2020 Emily Wessel FarrLeave a comment

Step 2 (cont.): Mental Health

Employees must feel well to do their jobs well. Since March, one of my amazing partners has reminded me: “On the plane, they tell you to put your mask on Read More …

Communication, Managing, Working Remotely
July 28, 2020July 28, 2020 Emily Wessel FarrLeave a comment

Step 2: Getting Started

As you continue to set up your team for the long road ahead, do you have a handle on what they need, and who pays for it? Today, let’s talk Read More …

Communication, Managing, Working Remotely
July 23, 2020July 27, 2020 Emily Wessel FarrLeave a comment

Step 1 (cont.): COVID-19 and Kids

We’ll talk about a variety of issues to troubleshoot in a remote employment setting, but today, let’s talk about kids. As employers continue to work hard to set up virtual Read More …

Communication, Managing, Working Remotely
July 22, 2020July 23, 2020 Emily Wessel FarrLeave a comment

Step 1: The Set Up

You may be new to remote employment, or you might have dabbled in it in the past. Pre-pandemic, many offices had a couple of people who worked from home. Today, Read More …

Communication, Managing, Working Remotely

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