You’ve been teaming via video more and more recently. So, how’s it going? Are your people teams and project teams coming together? Are you able to maintain productivity? Is your remote team thriving? Or is technological fatigue setting in? Maybe it’s time for a reboot! Consider new or different ways to “mind the (virtual) gap”…
Looking for a simple, engaging way to jump-start virtual meetings? Try our Conversation Starter Cards: Quick tips to start: While these questions are easy to simply pick up and use, here are some additional ideas to get you (and your team) started: Have someone call out a random page number and jump to that page …
Virtual training has a multitude of benefits — companies can save travel costs, learners can benefit from more dispersed and frequent micro-sessions, and L&OD experts can reach a wider, more diverse audience. When executed well, virtual training can be just as meaningful as in-person training. Here are some best practices to help you and your…
During times of change and transition, maintaining consistent communication with your team is essential. Hopefully, you already have a comfortable rhythm for virtual team meetings and regular check-ins. When communicating with employees during a crisis, what you may not have considered is the need to adjust the tone, frequency, and even duration of your one-on-one…
When managing a remote team, it is more important than ever to ensure your team members feel valued. Remote workers may feel isolated, overwhelmed, or anxious in the face of current uncertainties, while also juggling work and family responsibilities. They may also be dealing with changing business priorities, evolving team dynamics, and unpredictable work schedules.…
There’s a popular neuroscience adage: “Neurons that fire together wire together.” That means the more you run a neural circuit in your brain, the stronger that circuit becomes. Applied practically, it’s why small habits practiced on a daily basis become “wired” into your brain and have the power to support behavior change and goal achievement. …
The word Sawabona is a Zulu greeting which means: I see you. I respect you. You are important to me. Likewise, the response to this heartfelt salutation is Shikoba: “I exist and I am valued because you see me.” At Blue Beyond, the concept of Sawabona is deeply ingrained in our culture – it informs…
As the COVID-19 situation develops, we are collectively facing a moment of uncertainty. We are not only wondering what the impact will be on our lives and families, but also on our businesses. Many of us are facing the possibility that we will need to start supporting a remote workforce practically overnight. At Blue Beyond,…
Visual communications and design thinking is core to what we do for our clients and how we do it. Our team of visual communications consultants turns complex concepts into visuals that create lasting connections and emotional responses from audiences. Visual communications isn’t about producing deliverables, it is an integral part of the strategy and process…
Mobilizing employees around a common purpose benefits your company culture, brand reputation, and business performance Business leaders today are increasingly aware of the critical need to connect employees to a sense of meaning and purpose at work. 9 out of 10 employees are willing to take a pay cut for more meaningful work. In a…