Struggling with the practicalities of managing remote and distributed teams? Listen to our interview with a company founder who is making it work. Flexible Boss editor Heather Greig-Smith interviews Chris Mair, one of the founding partners of technology company DADI+ which… Read More ›

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Building an effective global talent attraction strategy
A remote workforce can be one of the keys to attracting and retaining standout talent, says Jennifer Locklear, chief people and culture officer for global talent solutions company WilsonHCG. The case for virtual or remote working has been an ongoing… Read More ›
Productivity and the work environment
The right tools and environment can have as much impact on productivity as internal factors, says Richard Morris, chief executive at Evans Easyspace. He shares four tips to help you and your staff stay focused. When we’re not making good… Read More ›
Making remote working a success
Leading and managing remote teams is an essential skill for the agile workplace but can feel intimidating. To get to grips with how to succeed, join our free online session on Wednesday 11 May. Flexible Boss editor Heather Greig-Smith will… Read More ›
Running on remote control
Technology company DADI+ is run on an entirely remote basis. Founding partner Chris Mair talks to Flexible Boss about the reasons for this approach and how it works in practice. Chris Mair (left) with co-founders Will Lebens (centre) and Joseph Denne…. Read More ›
Office not required?
How to make remote working a success Flexible Boss is pleased to announce the first in a series of online sessions debating the issues around agile working. Technology company DADI decided to dispense with offices for good. Listen to founding… Read More ›
‘Firms struggling to manage remote teams’
Organisations are struggling to manage remote teams effectively, with poor communication and work practices limiting efficiency and productivity. That’s according to the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM), which surveyed over 1,000 remote workers for its report Going Remote: Leading… Read More ›
Beat tube strikes with London remote working guide
Conference call provider Powwownow has produced a guide to remote working locations in London. As tube strikes limit travel in the capital, and a year on from the extension of flexible working legislation in the UK, the guide aims to… Read More ›
Site offers remote working resource
A website offering advice on managing remote workers, teams and companies has launched. US Recruitment specialist FlexJobs has created Remote.co to draw together information and best practice for entrepreneurs and companies interested in or already embracing remote work. It includes advice… Read More ›
Rules for remote control
David Dunbar, head of Advise Anywhere, BT Global Services, knows all the pitfalls of remote meetings – he shares his top tips for success. Like many people, my time is increasingly spent in virtual meetings. It might be via conference call, web-based… Read More ›