Managing Remote Employees

Description

As businesses are increasingly turning to technology to handle both internal and external communications, the notion of a centralized workforce that meets face-to-face on a daily basis is becoming less common. Companies are embracing the idea of employing remote workers—from both near and far—who can provide a diverse range of skills and viewpoints without being bound by location. While there are many advantages to remote work for both the company and the individual, managers must be aware of the challenges that can arise when employing remote workers. This course explores the benefits and drawbacks of remote work and provides managers with tips for helping their remote workers stay connected and motivated.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course participants will be able to:

• Identify the reasons why people choose to work remotely
• Examine current attitudes toward remote work
• Consider some of the myths surrounding remote work
• List the benefits and drawbacks of remote work arrangements
• Assess whether their company is well-suited for remote work arrangements
• Identify the top challenges when it comes to leading remote employees
• Discuss best practices for hiring and onboarding remote employees
• Explore ways to develop remote workers
• Consider how to effectively communicate with remote employees
• Develop strategies for providing feedback to remote workers
• Identify ways to motivate and connect with remote employees

Intended Audience

This course is targeted to individuals who meet or exceed the following professional demographics:  

• Entry-level public procurement and central warehouse professionals who serve as assistants, coordinators, buyers, or equivalent functions within their respective entities.   

• Non-procurement managers and supervisors who are responsible for either the procurement function or staff who provide procurement functions under delegated authority.   

• Professionals who are employed by governing entities and special authorities (such as K-12 and higher education, publicly-owned utilities, transportation providers, and other publicly-funded or created organizations) that either serve within or manage the procurement function.  

• Suppliers or representatives of suppliers seeking to understand the public procurement function from a holistic level, including the policies, standards, and procedures by which public entities must function.