25 Ways to Engage Remote Employees

Remote employees can struggle with employee engagement if they are not given the proper support and resources to stay connected and motivated.  

Remote work can be isolating and can make it challenging to build relationships with peers or feel a sense of connection to the company's culture.  

Remote employees may also struggle with a lack of visibility and recognition for their work, which can impact their motivation and engagement.  

However, with the right strategies and tools in place, remote employees can feel engaged and connected to their work and colleagues. 

25 Strategies to Engage Remote Employees  

1. Communicate frequently: Keep communication channels open and frequently check-in with remote workers via phone, email, or instant messaging to stay connected. 
   
   
2. Use video conferencing: Encourage the use of video conferencing for team meetings and one-on-one check-ins to create a sense of face-to-face interaction. 
   
   
3. Set clear expectations: Establish clear goals, deadlines, and expectations for remote workers to promote accountability and focus. 
   
   
4. Provide regular feedback: Provide feedback regularly to help remote workers improve their performance and feel valued. 
   
   
5. Celebrate milestones: Celebrate significant milestones and achievements to foster a sense of recognition and appreciation. 
   
   
6. Host virtual social events: Host virtual social events like game nights or happy hours to help remote workers feel connected with their colleagues. 
   
   
7. Encourage virtual watercooler talk: Use chat or messaging tools to create spaces where remote workers can have casual conversations and build relationships. 
   
   
8. Create a sense of purpose: Ensure remote workers feel like their work is meaningful by connecting their work to the company's mission and goals. 
   
   
9. Offer training and development: Provide opportunities for remote workers to develop new skills and improve their expertise. 
   
   
10. Allow flexible work hours: Offer flexibility in work hours to accommodate remote workers' schedules and promote work-life balance. 
    
    
11. Set up a home office stipend: Provide a stipend for remote workers to set up a comfortable and productive workspace at home. 
    
    
12. Provide necessary technology: Ensure remote workers have the necessary technology and equipment to perform their job effectively. 
    
    
13. Implement a buddy system: Pair remote workers with an in-office colleague to help them feel connected and supported. 
    
    
14. Share company news: Keep remote workers up to date on company news and developments to keep them connected to the company's culture. 
    
    
15. Set up virtual coffee chats: Pair up remote workers and in-office colleagues for virtual coffee chats to help build relationships. 
    
    
16. Create a recognition program: Develop a recognition program that acknowledges and rewards remote workers for their hard work. 
    
    
17. Promote wellness: Encourage remote workers to prioritize their well-being by promoting healthy habits, mental health resources, and mindfulness practices. 
    
    
18. Encourage breaks: Encourage remote workers to take breaks throughout the day to avoid burnout and increase productivity. 
    
    
19. Provide opportunities for team building: Offer opportunities for remote workers to participate in team-building activities like online games, team challenges, or virtual scavenger hunts. 
    
    
20. Use collaboration tools: Tools like Trello, Asana, or Slack promote teamwork and project management. 
    
    
21. Set up a virtual book club: Establish a virtual book club for remote workers to encourage learning and discussion. 
    
    
22. Provide a sense of community: Create a sense of community among remote workers by connecting them to each other and in-office colleagues. 
    
    
23. Encourage professional networking: Encourage remote workers to participate in online networking events and conferences to connect with others in their industry. 
    
    
24. Offer mentorship opportunities: Provide opportunities for remote workers to connect with mentors to help them navigate their career. 
    
    
25. Provide opportunities for cross-functional collaboration: Encourage remote workers to collaborate with colleagues from different departments to promote innovation and diversity of thought.
    

By implementing these 25 strategies, you can help engage remote workers and create a culture of connection, collaboration, and productivity. 

Create Connection With an Employee Engagement Program

Employee engagement programs can have a significant impact on remote workers by helping them feel connected, motivated, and supported in their work. 

1. Connection: Engagement programs can help remote workers feel more connected to their colleagues, their work, and the company's culture. Regular communication and collaboration opportunities can help remote workers feel like they are part of the team, even if they are not physically in the office.

2. Motivation: Employee engagement programs can motivate remote workers to do their best work by providing regular feedback and recognition for their contributions. Feeling valued and recognized for their work can boost remote workers' motivation and commitment to the job.

3. Support: Engagement programs can provide remote workers with the support they need to be successful in their roles. This support can take the form of training and development opportunities, access to resources and tools, and opportunities for career advancement.

4. Well-being: Remote workers may struggle with maintaining a work-life balance and prioritizing their well-being. Engagement programs can promote well-being by providing resources for mental and physical health, promoting healthy habits, and encouraging breaks and downtime.

5. Productivity: Engaged employees are often more productive, and this is no different for remote workers. When remote employees feel connected, motivated, supported, and well, they are more likely to be productive and contribute to the company's success.

Employee engagement programs promote a positive and fulfilling work environment for remote workers. By implementing strategies to promote connection, motivation, support, well-being, and productivity, employers can create a culture of engagement and success, even for remote workers. Want to learn more? Contact us!