#AskPeshev 38: Hiring Remote Employees and Adapting to Company Culture

#AskPeshev 38: Hiring Remote Employees and Adapting to Company Culture

April 29, 2020

“Referrals make the best business contacts.”

— Mario Peshev

The most integral area to focus on during pandemic (aside from health and trying to salvage your business) is keeping the company’s culture strong.Every single team member is affected right now. Kids at home, breaking news every other hour, different work schedules, traveling challenges—so much going on at a time.The crisis will end sooner or later, but keeping your team strong and as motivated as it gets is of utmost importance.This issue will discuss toxicity in the workplace and how to navigate the tone among your team. My piece on Inc. is an important read for execs and managers going through the roller coaster now.And businesses still hiring for new roles can look up the remote hiring guide - and steal some tips for vetting talent as best as they can.Of course, if there’s anything else you’d like to share or receive some feedback on - just shoot me a quick email.Mario

Workplace toxicity can annihilate even the most formidable of organizations. A single recruitment misfit can turn the whole company around, dooming healthy preexisting relationships between employees and senior management.The reason toxicity has an impactful effect is simple.

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The reason I find networking critically important is simple.Referrals make the best business contacts. Freelancers get a lot of business through word-of-mouth. Internships are often contingent on a common point of contact. Hiring for a senior management position is almost completely dependent on networking.

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Has COVID-19 affected your hiring workflow? If not, chances are, you're hiring remote talent now.And if you're struggling to find suitable employees with your old processes, it's time for a change. Here's what I've learned over the years of hiring remote staff. 

Hiring remote workers for business advantage?Here's one thing you need to know:Remote employees must be excellent communicators with incredible self-management skills.Remote training programs are not worth the effort 90%+ of the time.

Even though every CEO's dream is to be surrounded by creative, proactive people who are bringing in some genuine ideas from time to time, thinking of an innovative solution while others are chattering, may not always be possible.Thus, saying NO to the bad ideas, and doing it fast, will surely lead to some extra time for last-minute - but still important - thoughts.

Feedback is critical for success - and most people can't deliver or receive it well. It's a natural defense mechanism for employees. Or the fear of being "hated" as a manager.Some tips and mental exercises in this deck - check it out!