4 Ways to Boost Remote Team Productivity in 2021

Working remotely is not a new concept. Many schools have been employing remote teams for years, especially for jobs difficult to fulfill in the local job market. There are many remote working tools and apps making it easier for employees who want the option to work from home.

The COVID-19 pandemic ushered in a new era of working remotely. Many people expected they’d be working from home temporarily when stay-at-home orders were mandated. Even a year later, many school employees are still doing their jobs from home.

The pandemic has spearheaded a shift for employees who work in educational organizations. In the past, it was rare for school employees to work from home; today, many school employees work remotely at least part of the time. A large number of employees enjoy working remotely and want the option to keep doing so after the pandemic. Working remotely offers more time to focus on tasks, spend time with the family and eliminates long commutes back and forth to work.

While there is a definite shift toward working remotely at least part of the time, there are some challenges that need to be worked through. Obviously, some jobs are not suited for online work, such as in-person teaching. But it may make sense for members of your school’s marketing team to work remotely, at least part-time.