4 ways to deepen connections among remote colleagues

Feeling negative? Reframe challenges as opportunities | 4 ways to deepen connections among remote colleagues | 3 steps to help companies pivot quickly in a crisis Created for {EMAIL} | [{NAME}]( at [{NAME}]( [For more relevant content - Update Your Profile]( | [Web Version]( July 27, 2022 CONNECT WITH SMARTBRIEF  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [SmartBrief on Leadership]( Innovative Ideas. Ahead of the Curve. [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [SHARE]( ADVERTISEMENT Leading Edge [] [Feeling negative? Reframe challenges as opportunities]( Your team may perceive you as negative if you're constantly pointing out the obstacles to new ideas, so be sure to offer affirmation and reframe challenges as opportunities, writes David Dye. Also, keep an eye on your own energy, Dye writes, recommending that if you're tired, ask others to bring you their ideas when you're feeling refreshed. Full Story: [Let's Grow Leaders]( (7/25) [LinkedIn]( [Twitter]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] [4 ways to deepen connections among remote colleagues]( Leaders must be intentional about improving connection among remote workers by emphasizing inclusion, expressing gratitude for a job done well and listening to understand and help, writes Chris Williams, chief operating officer for Interaction Associates. "For many teams, these steps will be critical to ensuring that remote employees aren't just productive but are thriving, connected coworkers as well," Williams writes. Full Story: [SmartBrief/Leadership]( (7/26) [LinkedIn]( [Twitter]( [Facebook]( [Email]( Just the Facts, Ma'am "I stopped watching TV news a year ago, so sick of the bias everywhere. But in doing so, I was out of the loop. I decided to give 1440 a try & I've not been disappointed. Finally, Walter Cronkite-style reporting! Just the facts. I also love that I can click a link to see more on many stories. Keep up the good work!" 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"When presenting virtually, feel free to stand, walk around, and act as though your audience was in the room sitting in front of you," Anderson adds. Full Story: [The Accidental Communicator]( (7/26) [LinkedIn]( [Twitter]( [Facebook]( [Email]( Free eBooks and Resources Free eBooks and resources brought to you by our partners - [8-Step Guide: How to Overcome Laziness and Start taking Action]( - [How Technology Can help You Get a Good Night’s Sleep]( - [Effective Leadership Primer]( - [Quick Reference Guide – Time Management]( - [Quick Reference Guide – Office 365 Essentials]( [] In Their Own Words [] [Living outside the comfort zone is key for leadership]( It's important for leaders to be lifelong learners as well as being comfortable with uncertainty so they can bear the risk of decision-making and roll with the changes companies face over the years, says Gil Mandelzis, founder and CEO of Capitolis. "I love living outside my comfort zone because that's how you grow," Mandelzis says. 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