Wayne Turmel engages in a captivating discussion with Jeanna Barrett, the founder and Chief Remote Officer of First Page Strategy. This episode delves into the intricacies of building a successful, fully distributed company. Jeanna shares her journey from the early days of remote work, pre-pandemic, to the current global landscape, offering invaluable insights into effective

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Marisa Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel explore the intricacies of remote work expertise. Wayne, a seasoned professional in the field, shares his candid views on the skepticism surrounding the term “expert,” the evolution of remote work expertise, and offers practical advice for discerning true expertise in this domain. The episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating

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Posted in  Guests, Leadership, Working Remotely   on  February 12, 2024 by  Marisa Eikenberry0 comments

Wayne Turmel explores the challenging world of remote and hybrid work leadership, focusing on imposter syndrome and its impact on leaders. Joined by guest Rico Nasol, a seasoned consultant and coach, the discussion delves into how imposter syndrome manifests, particularly in remote work settings, and strategies for overcoming it. Nasol shares his personal experiences and

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Marisa Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel navigate the evolving ‘Return to Office’ landscape. They discuss the challenges and realities of shifting from remote to hybrid work, focusing on employer-employee negotiations and the impact on productivity and employee engagement. Wayne sheds light on the varied experiences of returning to the office, touching on the concept of ‘malicious

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Posted in  Guests, Technology, Working Remotely   on  January 29, 2024 by  Marisa Eikenberry0 comments

Wayne Turmel joins Madeline Purches from The Escape Game to discuss the world of remote team building. Discover how the principles of escape rooms can transform the dynamics of remote teams. Madeline shares insights on adapting escape room tactics for virtual environments, tackling cultural and technological challenges, and creating engaging, inclusive activities for global teams.

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Posted in  Ask Wayne Anything, Technology   on  January 22, 2024 by  Marisa Eikenberry0 comments

Marisa Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel delve into the nuanced world of remote work environments, particularly focusing on the use of fake Zoom backgrounds. They explore various perspectives on authenticity and professionalism in remote settings, discussing the impact of virtual backgrounds on connection and communication. They also share tips on choosing appropriate backgrounds and the technical

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