{"id":15731,"date":"2020-03-18T08:40:07","date_gmt":"2020-03-18T08:40:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/monday-group-v2.ap.applyflow.com\/?p=15731"},"modified":"2024-09-13T01:37:54","modified_gmt":"2024-09-13T01:37:54","slug":"managing-remote-teams-and-face-to-face-meetings-in-the-time-of-coronavirus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mondaygroup.com.au\/uncategorized\/managing-remote-teams-and-face-to-face-meetings-in-the-time-of-coronavirus\/","title":{"rendered":"Managing Remote Teams and Face-to-face Meetings in the Time of Coronavirus"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is changing the way we do business, with the majority of\u00a0organisations\u00a0embracing remote operations to protect their staff and clients while maintaining productivity.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

THE MONDAY GROUP<\/a> is very aware that this is a highly stressful time for the events and hospitality industries and we want you to know that we stand with you and are facing the same challenges. While no-one is certain when this pandemic will pass, it\u2019s more important than ever to be checking in with your team, maintaining strong relationships in your network, and building your talent pipeline so that you\u2019re ready when the economy recovers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The\u00a0changing work environment can\u00a0feel\u00a0overwhelming and difficult to manage, but there are some\u00a0excellent, cost-effective software options and resources you can use to collaborate and \u201cmeet\u201d remotely. Hopefully,\u00a0these 5 user-friendly options and best practice tips help you cut through the \u201ctech fog\u201d\u00a0to find face-to-face event alternatives, stay connected with your team and\u00a0organise\u00a0recruitment interviews\u00a0in the days\/weeks\/months ahead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Skype<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0is probably the most well-known telecommunications app,\u00a0which most people already have installed on their computer, tablets and mobile phones. Skype\u00a0offers free online calls, messaging (text, video, audio and image) as well as affordable international calls to mobiles and landlines.\u00a0It\u00a0also has a\u00a0\u201cShare Screen\u201d function, which is ideal for coaching and training purposes when you need your\u00a0participants\u00a0to see what you are doing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Zoom<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0is a leading cloud-based video communications platform which offers a viable alternative to face to face events, through video and audio conferencing, as well as webinars. Zoom Basic is their free version,\u00a0but\u00a0they also offer other more comprehensive plans with features such as cloud recording, higher participant numbers and longer meeting duration. It will depend on how you want to use it and what kind of events you are using this as a \u201cremote\u201d alternative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Loom<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0is a free\u00a0screencasting\u00a0software which allows you to record your camera\u00a0and\u00a0screen simultaneously with audio. You can download your video, embed it on your blog, or share it via social media. Founder,\u00a0Joe Thomas,\u00a0uses Loom to save time in his own business by making introductions, introducing new product features to customers, recruitment outreach and onboarding new employees. In response to the Coronavirus pandemic and the\u00a0global\u00a0increase\u00a0in\u00a0working\u00a0remotely,\u00a0Loom\u00a0has removed recording limits on their free plan,\u00a0cut the price of Loom Pro by 50% and extended trials of Loom Pro to 30 days\u00a0through to 1st\u00a0July.\u00a0(See video below)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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