Carlos Abiera

Navigating the nuances of remote work requires not just an understanding of technology, but a deep dive into the dynamics of team development and culture. In today's rapidly evolving digital workplace, traditional models of team building are being tested and transformed.

In my first endeavor to navigate the path toward understanding culture, I wrote this article two years ago. It encapsulates a sensation of distress that compels me to share it, as I’ve often felt misunderstood. Despite putting forth my utmost effort, I’ve fallen short of meeting the desired outcome. During that period, the anguish I experienced was palpable, so intense that it frequently triggered thoughts of seeking alternative employment.

Every idea has faults. In the best-case scenario, being aware of this fact can motivate the team to strive for perfection. Appreciative inquiry is a method that emphasizes strengths and positive attributes over weaknesses. Focusing too much on the flaws of an idea stifles the open and positive approach that is vital for good working culture.

Traditional employee evaluation processes are based on the company’s requirements and are mostly quantitative. It is owned majority by the HR or the executive board which is commonly held annually. Although it is effective in certain businesses, adopting employee evaluation in an agile working environment presents special challenges.

Early hunter-gatherers spent only 3 to 5 hours per day on what we now call work — providing food, shelter, clothing, and tools. Fast forward to today’s world, where people work twelve hours per day, six days per week. An agile

People who are skilled and challenged at work are happier, stronger, more creative, and satisfied. Paradoxically, they would prefer to work less and spend more time doing things they enjoy because they tend to feel sad,...