Remote work

The Beginner's Guide to Virtual Communication in the Workplace

Unravel the mysteries of virtual communication in the workplace with our beginner's guide. Learn to overcome challenges in virtual teams, the importance of coffee chats, and how to use digital tools effectively. Step into the future of communication with optimism and confidence.

Chris Carnduff

June 1, 2023

Overcoming the Challenges of Virtual Communication

In today's digital age, virtual communication has become the norm. However, it comes with its own set of challenges.

Chris Carnduff

May 12, 2023

Exploring the Disadvantages of Virtual Communication

In this article, we delve into the downsides of virtual communication and how it affects our personal and professional relationships.

Chris Carnduff

May 12, 2023

(2023) How to encourage virtual coffee meetings in your organization

With no more spontaneous morning chats in the staff room or shared lunches, virtual coffee meetings are the perfect way to connect your employees and encourage communication.Today, CoffeePals will take a closer look at what a virtual coffee meeting is, how it can benefit your staff, and ways to encourage virtual coffee meetings in your organization.

Mae Woods

March 18, 2023

(2023) Virtual coffee chat questions to enhance your networking

With vacancies for remote roles on LinkedIn increasing 350% from 2020 to 2021, informal virtual coffee chats have become the standard for many businesses, brands, and organizations. Today we’ll take a closer look at what a virtual coffee chat entails, some example questions to get you started, and some pro communication tips, so you always make a great first impression.

Chris Carnduff

March 18, 2023

(2023) Top 5 Ways of Engaging Remote Employees

Remote work isn't without its challenges. It can be difficult to create a sense of camaraderie and connection when everyone is working from different locations, and that means it's easy for employees to feel isolated and disengaged. So, how can you keep your remote employees engaged? In this article, CoffeePals will be sharing a few of our favourite remote employee engagement ideas.

Chris Carnduff

March 18, 2023

(2023) 5 Hybrid Work Model Examples For Inspiration

There are many benefits of the hybrid work model. For instance, it increases productivity at work, improves culture and employee satisfaction, offers better collaboration, and supports mental health. In this discourse, let’s explore five popular hybrid work model examples, some best practices, and how to decide on a model that suits your organization.

Chris Carnduff

March 18, 2023

(2023) 10 Ground Rules for Virtual Meetings

There is no doubt that a virtual meeting is an excellent way to connect with remote stakeholders, co-workers, and clients. However, due to obstacles such as not setting an agenda, software issues, and lack of communication, conducting a virtual meeting can come with its challenges. 

Chris Carnduff

March 18, 2023

(2023) Actionable Tips For Leading Remote Teams

Sparking engagement, encouraging collaboration, building a culture — elements of leadership like these can be difficult at a distance. In this post, we share 7 tips for leading remote teams that you can use to become a better leader no matter where in the world your team finds itself.

Chris Carnduff

March 18, 2023

(2023) Fun Hybrid Team Building Activities to Boost Morale

Although hybrid work brings great flexibility, it also means that team members don’t experience the same camaraderie and day-to-day interactions enjoyed by on-site workers. This can leave remote workers feeling lonely and isolated. In this article, we take a look at some team-building activities that will help to keep your remote employees engaged and motivated.

Chris Carnduff

March 18, 2023

Important Factors to Consider If You Want to Be a Virtual Worker

Like any other job, there are challenges. You’ll need to be self-motivated, proactive, and have organizational skills. Not all remote jobs are perfect, so you’ll need to consider a couple of factors before looking for one. 

Chris Carnduff

February 1, 2023

Questions to Ask During a Networking Coffee Chat

A networking coffee chat is a casual meeting between two professionals who are interested in building connections and sharing knowledge and expertise. These meetings are typically held over coffee or a similar beverage and provide an opportunity for professionals to connect, learn from each other, and explore potential opportunities for collaboration and support. Networking coffee chats are often seen as an informal alternative to traditional networking events and can help professionals advance their careers, build their networks, and gain valuable insights and perspectives.

Chris Carnduff

December 6, 2022

5 Ways Companies Benefit From Random Coffee Chats: How to create better relationships in your remote team

Chris Carnduff

November 22, 2022

Top 5 Practices for Working Across Different Time Zones

Have a diverse organization that’s scattered across the world? Then, you’ll want to read these top 5 practices for working across different time zones.

Chris Carnduff

November 22, 2022

(2022) Virtual Communication: Challenges & Best Practices

As employees have discovered the benefits of working remotely, teams must understand how to thrive in this era. According to a Pew Research Center study, 60% of respondents with a job they can do from home would prefer to continue that way. Therefore, employers should be equipped to handle these changes. This article will teach you how to get virtual communication right in a remote workplace.

Chris Carnduff

November 22, 2022

(2022) Virtual coffee guide: ideas, questions & best practices

Do you ever wonder how you could sit at your chair, in the comfort of your home, staring at a screen, and still somehow feel exhausted? We’re going to share exactly how teams can have virtual coffee breaks to improve workplace relationships and be more productive.

Chris Carnduff

October 26, 2022

(2022) Remote Collaboration: Tools & Best Practices For Virtual Collaboration

In a nutshell, remote collaboration (a.k.a., virtual collaboration) is working with others on a project or task without being in the same physical space. This can be done using a variety of tools and methods, which we will explore in this article.With so many people now working remotely, it's more important than ever to have the right tools and best practices in place for virtual collaboration. By understanding the different options available and how to make the most of them, you can ensure that your team can work together effectively no matter where they are in the world.So, let's take a look at the different tools and methods for remote collaboration, as well as some tips on how to get the most out of them.

Chris Carnduff

October 26, 2022

(2022) Virtual Lunch Guide: Best Practices & Topics

In this brief virtual lunch guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know about virtual lunches, from what they are to how to conduct one. By the end, you should be fully equipped to host a great virtual lunch for your team. So, let’s get started.

Chris Carnduff

October 26, 2022

(2022) Water Cooler Talk and Best Practices

Looking to implement virtual water cooler? In this brief article, we’ll take a look at the meaning of water cooler talk, review its benefits for your business, and go over some basic water cooler talk topics and etiquette. By the end, you should be more than prepared to empower your employees with connectivity and relationship.

Chris Carnduff

October 26, 2022

(2022) Virtual Onboarding 101: Ideas, Tools, Checklist & Best Practices

So, what is virtual onboarding, what are the known challenges, and how can you improve virtual onboarding and the new hire experience? We provide answers to these questions and more.

Chris Carnduff

October 26, 2022

(2022) Virtual Team Celebration Ideas & Best Practices

While remote work may be convenient, there are many disadvantages to working from home. For example, you wouldn't enjoy those celebratory office events anymore, right? Wrong. There are different ways to have team celebrations online.

Chris Carnduff

October 26, 2022

(Actually) Fun Virtual Icebreakers for Remote Teams & Meetings

When you're working remotely, it's important to find ways to connect with your team. While video chats and conference calls are a great way to stay connected, they can often be a little bit...stuffy. That's where virtual icebreakers come in.

Chris Carnduff

October 26, 2022