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The world is changing rapidly.<\/p>\n

Technology continues to reshape our lives in new and unexpected ways. And that includes redefining the way we run our agencies.<\/p>\n

Smart agencies<\/a> have embraced outsourcing and\u00a0outsourced everything from accounting to billing,\u00a0branding<\/a><\/span>, and more.<\/p>\n

Outsourcing has solved some challenges, but many remain.<\/p>\n

One of the biggest changes agencies currently face is the rise of remote work.<\/p>\n

Agencies – from digital marketing agencies to small business marketing agencies, to advertising agencies, and design agencies – are seeing the benefits of embracing a remote workforce to help their businesses grow.<\/p>\n

What is a remote team?<\/h2>
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Having a remote team means your employees work from their own space rather than a centralized office. Team members stay connected online via email, instant messaging, and video conferencing. Remote work's added flexibility often leads to higher employee satisfaction and productivity.<\/p>\n

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With no rent, utilities, or office furniture, remote agencies accrue fewer overhead costs.<\/p>\n

And remote workers have been shown to be as productive as traditional office workers – if not more so!<\/a><\/p>\n

Not to mention that the creative, trailblazing people who tend to work in agencies are uniquely suited to the flexibility of a remote work lifestyle – leading to more satisfied and effective employees.<\/p>\n

So, with so much to gain, how can an agency be more efficient and effective with a remote team?<\/p>\n

5 tips to master working remote:<\/h2>
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  1. Time Zone Overlap<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Communication Strategy<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
  3. Clear, Measurable Goals<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
  4. Presentation Tools<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
  5. Collaborative Tools<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    1. Insist on time zone overlap to overcome remote work challenges<\/a><\/h3>\n

    One of the benefits of running a remote business is that you can hire the best virtual receptionists or remote team members – not just the best talent in your local area.<\/p>\n

    But, as you start hiring, you’ll find that a global workforce<\/a> comes from several different time zones – not all of which are compatible with your or your clients’ schedules.<\/p>\n

    As you consider potential hires, verify that they’re available to work hours with some overlap with your main business hours.<\/p>\n

    There’s no need for them to be in the same time zone; representing a diversity of time zones will allow you better to serve clients in a wider range of locations. But it is important that they be available to work some hours that overlap with yours.<\/p>\n

    Determining how many hours of overlap will best serve your business is up to you. There is no one right answer. However, this overlap should allow your employees to communicate and collaborate.<\/p>\n

    Internally, your team needs to be able to grab a co-worker for a quick conversation or to answer questions when issues arise. This sort of unfettered communication is what keeps projects moving forward. Client-facing employees must be available to work during the clients’ preferred times.<\/p>\n

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