Marisa Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel dive into the complexities of leadership when confronted with disagreeable or unpopular policies. Learn effective strategies for communicating these policies to your remote or hybrid team, ensuring clarity, empathy, and maintaining morale. Wayne shares his extensive experience on how to handle the challenges of remote leadership, from understanding the reasons

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Posted in  Guests, Leadership, Surviving Remote Work   on  July 22, 2024 by  Marisa Eikenberry0 comments

Wayne Turmel dives into the intricacies of the current employment market with Khaled Hussein, a remote work expert and a key player at Betterleap. As the world continues to navigate through phases like the Great Resignation and the Great Compromise, Khaled sheds light on the concept of talent stagnation and the evolving expectations of both

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Posted in  Ask Wayne Anything   on  July 15, 2024 by  Marisa Eikenberry0 comments

In this special milestone episode of the Long-Distance Worklife Podcast, hosts Wayne Turmel and Marisa Eikenberry reflect on their journey through 100 episodes. They share the most impactful lessons and insights they’ve gained about remote work, leadership, and thriving in hybrid teams. From communication strategies to maintaining work-life balance, this episode is a treasure trove

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Posted in  Guests, Leadership   on  July 8, 2024 by  Marisa Eikenberry0 comments

In this episode of the Long-Distance Worklife Podcast, Wayne Turmel interviews Jim Frawley, the author of “Fantasized Talent” and an expert in executive development. Jim delves into the concept of fantasized talent, a term he coined to describe a specific type of overconfidence that can emerge in the absence of real feedback, particularly in remote

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Marisa Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel dive deep into the relationship between mental health and remote work. They explore the roles organizations play in supporting the mental well-being of remote employees and discuss various strategies and initiatives that can help. From the benefits of remote work for individuals with social anxiety to the challenges of isolation

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