Teaming in a Hybrid World with Sally Loftis

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Introduction to the Manager Track Podcast (00:51-01:36)

o   Purpose of the podcast

o   Introduction to the host, Ramona Shaw

Teaming in a Hybrid World (01:52-02:35)

o   Challenges of team engagement in a hybrid setup

o   Importance of team building activities

o   Common challenges faced by teams and leaders

Creating Team Agreements (02:35-07:29)

o   Importance of team agreements

o   Components of team agreements

§  Meetings and communication channels (02:50-07:10)

§  Time management and email response (07:13-09:11)

§  Accessibility and availability (09:11-09:51)

o   Incorporating new team members into the agreements (07:29-08:07)

Encouraging Engagement in Remote Teams (09:53-17:39)

o   Importance of engagement in remote teams

o   Strategies for encouraging engagement

§  Establishing expectations for being on camera (14:02-15:10)

§  Creating opportunities for active participation (15:23-15:46)

§  Encouraging feedback and contribution (15:53-17:34)

Pay Equity and Advocacy (19:25-27:10)

o   Importance of pay equity

o   Managers' role in advocating for pay equity

o   Starting conversations about pay equity

Taking Action and Conclusion (27:35-29:12)

o   Taking immediate action in team management (27:35-28:07)

o   Contact information for further resources (28:22-29:12)

§  Website: www.Loftispartners.com

§  LinkedIn: Sally Loftis