Listen "Redefine Remote-First Leadership with Laurel Farrer"
Episode Synopsis
How can a Head of Remote act as the organizational glue that holds strategy, people, and processes together? Laurel Farrer, former Head of TeamOps at GitLab and internationally renowned thought leader, explains how this pivotal role shapes the future of work. 🚀 Key Insights and Highlights: - The Head of Remote as Chief of Staff: Laurel describes how this role operates at the intersection of strategy and operations, sitting on the leadership team to guide productivity, sentiment, and engagement metrics. - Core Responsibilities: Hear how the Head of Remote influences tools, people, and processes while addressing proximity bias, hybrid operations, and talent acquisition challenges. - Skills for Success: Learn why exceptional communication, negotiation, and political savviness are essential for navigating this influential role. - Focus on DEI: Discover the importance of embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion policies into the core of hybrid and remote work practices. 🎧 Tune in to learn from Laurel's vast experience and gain practical advice for shaping impactful remote-first strategies. 👉 Download the Head of Remote Quick Start Guide: https://www.collaborationsuperpowers.com/head-of-remote-guide/ 👉 Listen to the full podcast series: https://www.collaborationsuperpowers.com/head-of-remote-podcast/
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