by Lisa Jasper | Sep 1, 2021 | CIO Concerns, Collaboration, Communication, Culture, Delivery Methods, Lisa's Blogs, Performance Management, Productivity, Technology, Visibility
Last week, we held a two-day training session for our extended leadership team. We’d been planning it for months — the meeting room, the dinner activity, the team building exercises … the works! This was, as I’m sure you’re picking up on, more than just a meeting,... 
by Cassandra Rambo | Apr 22, 2020 | Collaboration, Communication, Delivery Methods, Productivity, Technology
I’ve started to challenge the commonly held belief that nothing can replace in-person interactions. Since the shelter in place order took effect over a month ago, I’ve facilitated two virtual workshops and have been blown away by how effective they’ve been. In part... 
by Lisa Jasper | Mar 18, 2020 | Collaboration, Consulting, Culture, Lisa's Blogs, Productivity
Before I go into this post, I just want to acknowledge that I realize there are many people out there who do not have the option of working remotely. For an overwhelming number of people, their incomes and livelihoods are dependent on being able to go into their... 
by Lisa Jasper | Jun 27, 2018 | Collaboration, Communication, Lisa's Blogs, Technology
I remember the day a couple years back when I was working at home and had no power but still had internet. It was a trade I was very willing to make – I am very aware of how reliant I am on my internet connectivity. This morning, Slack’s connectivity has... 
by Jay Anderson | Nov 2, 2016 | Collaboration, Communication, Productivity
There is no doubt in my mind that the ability to work virtually is both a personal and organizational capability that must be deliberately built. Large, global corporations have built this capability out of necessity, as it would be impractical to meet in person or... 
by Parimal Patel | Apr 22, 2015 | Collaboration
“I love argument, I love debate. I don’t expect anyone just to sit there and agree with me, that’s not their job.” – Margaret Thatcher Do debates help you think through a problem? Short answer: Yes, if approached with the right mindset. There are a...