Make time for each other Have some one-on-ones with no agenda that are purely social. Encourage people to mention one thing they’re grateful for as part of their daily standup. Share pictures of pets. Share pictures of lunch. Say good morning to one another when you start your day. Say good night when you’re done. Have a team coffee break during which everybody just gets on a video conference with a beverage to chat about stuff. It’s easy for remote work to feel isolating and just be about work. To build trust and psychological safety within your team, it’s essential to know who the humans are
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