Why do virtual teams fail?
Virtual teams adjusting to working remotely can struggle with productivity, engagement and motivation. In this article, we'll take a look at common reasons why virtual teams fail and how you can avoid them!
read moreVirtual teams adjusting to working remotely can struggle with productivity, engagement and motivation. In this article, we'll take a look at common reasons why virtual teams fail and how you can avoid them!
read moreDo you find yourself dreading your next virtual meeting? Have no fear! In this article, we'll look at ways you can make virtual meetings and video calls fun and engaging for everyone involved!
read moreLeadership skills are important whether you work face to face teams or in a virtual environment. In this article, we'll explore which leadership skills are most important when working in a virtual team and how to foster them in yourself and team leaders.
read moreLow morale within your team can lead to low productivity, a decrease in employee engagement and reduced performance. In this article, we look at ways you can energise a team with low morale.
read moreEmployee engagement is a buzzword we all hear and use in business. But what does it mean and why is it important? In this article, we'll look at the meaning of employee engagement, it's benefits and how you can boost it within your business!
read moreTeam building has lots of benefits. However, if you can't measure its success, how do you know if it's been effective? In this article we'll explore how you go about setting objectives for your next team building activity and how you go about measuring that success.
read moreIf you've never planned or hosted a virtual conference before, you might be wondering where to start. But don't worry, our short guide to hosting a virtual conference is a great place to start. Read on to find out more!
read moreVirtual team building activities that are engaging can feel like an impossible challenge. But now, more than ever, getting them right is good for staff retention, well-being and morale. Check out our run-down of 3 virtual team building your employees won't hate!
read moreIn 2020, more and more of us turned to virtual events for both business and in our personal lives. And they made a big impact on us! So big, in fact, that virtual events are now becoming more commonplace, from conferences to team meetings, quizzes and even team building! For this reason, it’s time for businesses to embrace virtual events and make them part and parcel of their offering.
read moreVirtual team building is a fantastic way to build rapport within remote teams, as well as build on key skills such as communication and problem solving. In this article, we’ll look at the benefits of virtual team building and how to do it yourself within your own organisation. Read on to find out more!
read moreAt times during the pandemic, almost half of the UK’s population has been working remotely. Whether these people have had to adjust from office working or started a new job in a remote team, it’s vital that they soon settle in. Whereas the office provides natural opportunities to strengthen your team, you have to work a little harder to do this remotely. In our latest blog, we wanted to explore the importance of team building for remote workers.
read moreWith remote working becoming so popular so quickly over the last year, many people have been thrown into an unknown environment and forced to adapt. This has given rise to managers looking for new ways to motivate and strengthen their teams with virtual events. However, for those that haven’t partook in or booked such an event before, we wanted to explain exactly how they work.
read moreTeam meetings are a staple in any successful business. But carrying out engaging and fun team meetings can be challenging, especially when you’re doing them remotely. For a start, there’s no opportunity to bribe everyone into participation by bringing cakes and sweets! Having said that, there are things you can do to make virtual team meetings more engaging, and here at KDM we’re full of creative ideas to inspire you. Read on to find out more.
read moreAs a result of the unprecedented situation that we currently find ourselves in, more and more companies are opting for virtual teams. However, with this concept being quite new to a lot of managers, it’s important to know when a virtual team is working. In our latest blog, we’re going to explore what makes a virtual team successful.
read moreWith remote working becoming the norm in 2020 and 2021, more and more virtual teams are being put together. Whilst some virtual teams may be made up of staff that already know each other, it’s likely that you may be tasked with constructing a new team or adding members to an existing one. If so, it’s vital that you start thinking about how you’re going to get your virtual team to bond, as it’ll be vital for productivity and management.
read moreAt some point in our careers, we’ve all been a new starter at a company. This can be quite a daunting process and this year, the landscape has changed. Virtual teams and remote working have become more and more common as businesses have looked for new ways to carry on working. Therefore, the process of welcoming a new employee can seem a little complicated. That’s why we’ve put together the following guide to help you make the transition as easy as possible.
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