Virtual Work Insider

We help leaders lead across distance | Virtual Leadership Trainer | Hybrid & Remote Work Expert | 18 yrs of biz leadership, 13 yrs leading hybrid & remote teams

[Running Remote @RunningRemote]

At #RunningRemote2025, leaders from @Airbnb, @zillow, @AllState, & @virtualinsider shared how enterprise teams build trust across distance.

From monthly meetups to “connect before content”, the message was clear: every great distributed company needs a great in-person strategy.

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Notice anything off in this photo? When I went remote in 2010, finding stock photos of hybrid teams was tough. Now they're common, but often miss the mark. What would you adjust about how #hybridmeetings are shown here? #virtualleadership #hybridwork

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Some days it feels like I write meeting agendas for a living. It takes time & effort. But why bother? It honors people's time by getting to clear outcomes. It may result in getting info async instead. It can prompt a reschedule if participants aren't ready. #meetings

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In my @theFlexIndex guest post, I share the lessons I learned from pioneering remote work at The Clorox Company: mitigating biases, strengthening weak ties, and 5-steps to build your Personal Virtual Influence Plan. #virtualleadership #hybridteams https://t.co/b0LDBc7RCw

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Surprised by our work flexibility poll: 65% prioritize WHERE over WHEN. Thought it'd be tighter, given 2022 Future Forum data favoring WHEN. Yet, many wonder: Why not both? #virtualleadership #hybridleadership

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Hybrid work tip: Don't just mingle with your direct team at the office. Use in-office days to forge new relationships across roles. These wider connections fuel business success, career growth, and mentorship. Start building your network on those office days! #hybridwork

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Struggling with too many tasks? Our project manager, Tory Fitzgerald, shares her #timemanagement tips: 📱Use tech like Asana to stay organized. 🎯 Prioritize tasks with the Eisenhower Matrix. 🤝 Delegate wisely. What's your top strategy? #virtualleadership #productivity

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Join me at @RunningRemote in Lisbon or live stream! I'll lead a discussion on "The Great Workplace Debate" with experts Allison Vendt @Dropbox, Ryan Anderson @millerknoll & @danbladen @KadenceOS.

Get 30% off tix https://t.co/aspVlX812M

#runningremote

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Poll shows teams prefer ending the workweek w/out extra meetings. Solution? Block Fridays for focus & share wins async in Slack or MS Teams. 🏆 Less meeting overload, more productivity & engagement. What's your Friday ritual? #virtualteams #hybridwork #async

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Struggling to juggle it all? Our amazing PM Tory Fitzgerald shares tips for auditing your time when managing capacity: Block calendar time for tasks, color code activities, schedule breathing room, and use a stoplight system in 1:1s to discuss capacity. Any other tips? 👇

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💯 "You can absolutely design meaningful connection through remote work, but it’s a skill," says Priya Parker. Check out the WSJ article for other mic drop moments from Priya. https://t.co/EaVqEiMfur
#virtualleadership #virtualmeetings #hybridwork

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Join me in Lisbon on 4/22 for the Enterprise Academy at @RunningRemote ! Made for Enterprise Leaders to network, learn, & share on #distributedwork strategies. Leaders from Google, IMF, & more attending. Get 30% off: https://t.co/aspVlX812M #RunningRemote

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🚀 Mixing my ad agency roots & remote team leadership, I led "Secrets to Successful Virtual Leadership" for @StreamCompanies' top execs. We discussed time zones, communication norms, strategic time use, and set accountability buddies. Big thanks, it was fun! #virtualleadership

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What's the best video call background? Research shows employees prefer neutral to look competent, but customers like personal ones for warmth. Over 13 years, I've shared bits of my life in my backdrop to connect. What works for you? #virtualleadership https://t.co/xjQ4j0pExY

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🎥 NEW 'Zoom Clips' for async video messages! Perfect for hybrid/remote teams. Integrates with Zoom for easy async communication without live meetings. Tried it? Thoughts? 👇https://t.co/dprZ3prO0b
#virtualleadership #hybridleadership #zoom

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🥳 Just got featured in LinkedIn News’ “34 Big Ideas” for 2024 as a person to follow about #remotework! Big Idea 5: The quiet rise of “back-door remote” jobs. Full Story: https://t.co/F9lempuopl #hybridleadership

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This #Valentines, remember we're all in long-distance relationships. I use tech to turn my sister's lightbulb red from afar & she texts a ❤️ back. Commit to connecting with people you've lost touch with through video, card, or scheduling a virtual coffee. #hybridleadership

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From 1,210 LinkedIn followers in June 2019 to >10,000 in Jan 2024! Key lessons: pick a passion & connect authentically. Got this quirky image from ChatGPT🤣, grateful for every "fellower" that made a connection! Join us here: https://t.co/nV5cT6Pawi #virtualleadership

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Having led distributed, hybrid, and remote teams while working remotely for 13 years has taught me valuable lessons. Here are 5 things I would never do.

What would you add to this list of what you wouldn't do? Share your thoughts and experiences! 👇

#VirtualLeadership #hybrid

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🚀 Celebrating 5 Years of Virtual Leadership Skills Development with Virtual Work Insider! 🎉 Honored to guide companies in effective virtual communication, team culture, and more in virtual work. Grateful for the trust of our clients. DM for info. #VirtualLeadership #hybridwork