Category: Remote Work - REMOTE PATHWAYS

EP32: Top 10 Tools to get things done in the virtual, remote & Hybrid World

3/3/2021

In this episode of the Remote Pathways podcast we share our top 10 list of tech tools to help you GET THINGS DONE! Join us as we discuss these important tools for your remote toolbox.

n this episode we explore:

10 tech tools to help you get things done
How we use these tools and the benefits they bring
Consider alternatives to hosting virtual groups
Spark ideas for you and your team to enhance productivity and engagement

Question of the Week:
Who is the number one tech tool you can’t live without?

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Community Call:
Join us as we continue the conversation on our monthly community call held on the 1st Thursday of the month via zoom at 7:00am ET.
NOTE: email info@potentialsrealized.com for zoom room details

NEW Monthly Planning Sessions:
The monthly planning sessions are 45-min facilitated real-time planning sessions held on the 3rd Thursday of the month via zoom at 7:30am ET. Click here to register.

Let’s Connect!

Contact Jennifer to speak virtually on topics related to effective virtual conversations, virtual team development, virtual team leadership, growing a solopreneur business OR her own experience in leading remote teams globally in the voluntary sector.
Contact Michelle Mullins to focus on what's GOOD and RIGHT in you and your decision to work remotely. You can move from overwhelmed to overjoyed and learn to THRIVE in the remote working lifestyle.

The Remote Pathways podcast is co-hosted by Jennifer Britton and Michelle Mullins. It is based on the writing of Jennifer Britton, author of Remote Pathways. We would love to hear from you. Please visit our Remote Pathways Podcast page.

EP31 Taking Stock of Opportunities | Guest: Lisa Hoashi

2/17/2021

In this episode of the Remote Pathways podcast we are joined by our guest, Lisa Hoashi, to explore the topic of taking stock of opportunities. Lisa Hoashi is an ICF-certified coach whose mission is to help people connect their work with their larger purpose in life so they experience greater joy, fulfillment and impact.

In this episode we explore:

Lisa's fabulous remote working story
The power of networking online
Being curious and inviting others to join you
Trends and tips for connecting in a more deep and meaningful way
Exploring fun co-working spaces

Connect with Lisa:
Click here to visit our guest page to learn more about our guest, Lisa Hoashi!

Episode Download:
There's Opportunity In Crisis

Episode Question:
What opportunities do you have in this season?

Community Call:
Join us as we continue the conversation on our monthly community call held on the 1st Thursday of the month via zoom at 7:00am ET.
NOTE: email info@potentialsrealized.com for zoom room details

NEW Monthly Planning Sessions:
The monthly planning sessions are 45-min facilitated real-time planning sessions held on the 3rd Thursday of the month via zoom at 12:15pm ET. Click here to register.

Follow our Podcast

https://www.RemotePathways.com/podcast
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Twitter/RemotePathways

Let’s Connect!

Contact Jennifer to speak virtually on topics related to effective virtual conversations, virtual team development, virtual team leadership, growing a solopreneur business OR her own experience in leading remote teams globally in the voluntary sector.
Contact Michelle Mullins to focus on what's GOOD and RIGHT in you and your decision to work remotely. You can move from overwhelmed to overjoyed and learn to THRIVE in the remote working lifestyle.

The Remote Pathways podcast is co-hosted by Jennifer Britton and Michelle Mullins. It is based on the writing of Jennifer Britton, author of Remote Pathways. We would love to hear from you. Please visit our Remote Pathways Podcast page.

EP29 Building Resilience & Heart Math | Guest: Susan Drumm

1/20/2021

In this episode of the Remote Pathways podcast we are joined by our wonderful guest, Susan Drumm, to explore the topic of building resilience and how Heart Math plays a role. Susan is the CEO Advisor and Leadership Coach focused on helping leaders and their teams to develop the capacity and mindsets to lead in today's disruptive environment. She has been running a boutique consulting firm, Meritage Leadership, with a cadre of 15 coaches and consultants, since 2006.

In this episode we explore:

The #1 trait leaders need during this time of change and uncertainty
Heart Math and how it plays a role in building resilience
Learn about proven techniques to be able to develop the capacity to prepare for, recover from, and adapt in the face of stress, challenge, or adversity
And much much more :-)

Connect with Susan:
Click here to visit our guest page to learn more about our guest, Susan Drumm!

Question of the Week:
What helps you build resilience in the remote space?

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***LET'S CONNECT***
Community Call:
Join us as we continue the conversation on our monthly community call held on the 1st Thursday of the month via zoom at 7:00am ET. Click here for zoom room information.
NEW Monthly Planning Sessions:
The monthly planning sessions are 45-min facilitated real-time planning sessions held on the 3rd Thursday of the month via zoom at 12:15pm ET. Click here to register.

If you are a new listener to the Remote Pathways podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Remote Pathways Podcast page, or reach out to us to discuss coaching, consulting or training support around remote work. You may also want to get in touch with one of the many assessments we mention in our podcast today, including the Everything DISC Agile EQ.

Check Out More Remote Pathways Programming and supports

Consulting support as you go virtual
Facilitate a lunch and learn (virtual), co-working session or Team Day
Register to be notified of the next Remote Rhythm Retreat® with Michelle Mullins

EP27: A Year in review part ii | our fabulous podcast guests and more

12/16/2020

In this episode of the Remote Pathways podcast we take a trip down memory lane and review the episodes of the first season. Join us as we remember our FABULOUS podcast GUESTS and more!

In this episode we explore:

Overview of our FABULOUS podcast guests
Reminder of our most popular episode on Trust, Safety and Connection
Effective Virtual Conversations benefits
Remote leadership and relationships
Podcast Community Calls and NEW planning session opportunity

Connect with our wonderful guests:
Podcast Guest Page

Question of the Week:
Who is your favorite guest from Year One?

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Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
Connect with us at our Facebook Group – and let us know what you do to get up to speed quickly

If you are a new listener to the Remote Pathways podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Remote Pathways Podcast page, or reach out to us to discuss coaching, consulting or training support around remote work. You may also want to get in touch with one of the many assessments we mention in our podcast today, including the Everything DISC Agile EQ.

Check Out More Remote Pathways Programming and supports

Consulting support as you go virtual
Facilitate a lunch and learn (virtual), co-working session or Team Day
Register to be notified of the next Remote Rhythm Retreat®

EP26: Making a purposeful pivot | guest Kristin Winkle Beck | founder of pivot point professionals

12/2/2020

In this episode of the Remote Pathways podcast we are joined by our fabulous returning guest, Kristin Winkle Beck, the founder Pivot Point Professionals. Join Michelle, Jennifer and Kristin for a fun and engaging conversation around pivoting towards purpose with passion! If you've been stuck in a career rut, or re-entering the job market, but don't know where to start, you don't want to miss this episode.

In this episode we explore:

The year sabbatical she embarked upon in 2017
Kristin's MAJOR pivot that opened the door to where she is today
Evaluating, Aligning, and Planning an intentional course of action
Remaining open to opportunities and enjoying the present

Connect with Kristin:
Click here to visit our guest page to learn more about our guest, Kristin Winkle Beck!

Question of the Week:
Are you ready to pivot towards your purpose?

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***Join the Conversation***
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
Connect with us at our Facebook Group – and let us know what you do to get up to speed quickly

If you are a new listener to the Remote Pathways podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Remote Pathways Podcast page, or reach out to us to discuss coaching, consulting or training support around remote work. You may also want to get in touch with one of the many assessments we mention in our podcast today, including the Everything DISC Agile EQ.

Check Out More Remote Pathways Programming and supports

Consulting support as you go virtual
Facilitate a lunch and learn (virtual), co-working session or Team Day

EP25: A Year in Review Part 1

11/18/2020

In this episode of the Remote Pathways podcast we take a trip down memory lane and review the episodes of the first season. Join Michelle and Jennifer for this high level overview of their Remote Adventure!

In this episode we explore:

Digital Dozen Avatar overview
Some of our favorite moments in Season #1
The origin of the Remote Pathways podcast
What's ahead and important in 2021
The fabulous topics, downloads, and more that we explored in Season #1

Episode Download:
Reconnect with the Digital Dozen

Question of the Week:
What is your favorite episode in Season #1

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***Join the Conversation***
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
Connect with us at our Facebook Group – and let us know what you do to get up to speed quickly

If you are a new listener to the Remote Pathways podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Remote Pathways Podcast page, or reach out to us to discuss coaching, consulting or training support around remote work. You may also want to get in touch with one of the many assessments we mention in our podcast today, including the Everything DISC Agile EQ.

Check Out More Remote Pathways Programming and supports

Consulting support as you go virtual
Facilitate a lunch and learn (virtual), co-working session or Team Day
Find Your Remote Rhythm Retreat

EP23: Remote Management, Guest Sharon Koifman, Distant Job President

10/21/2020

In this episode of Remote Pathways podcast we welcome Sharon Koifman, Distant Job President, to discuss Remote Management. Sharon Koifman is obsessed with remote management. Over nearly two decades of experience running three companies - and doing so 100% from his computer - Sharon has studied and researched not only how to operate remote businesses but how to create an amazing work culture, one where people love to come to work.

In this episode we explore:

Sharon's experience in managing remote teams
Why you need a solid 3 months to adjust to your remote experience
Importance of paying attention to your team on an emotional level
Consistency is paramount in remote management
Soft skills are just as important in remote space
How you get people connected with each other and the company

The Remote Pathways podcast is co-hosted by Jennifer Britton and Michelle Mullins. It is based on the writing of Jennifer Britton, author of Remote Pathways.

Connect with Sharon:
Click here to visit our guest page to learn more about our guest, Sharon Koifman!

Episode Question:
How are you connecting with your remote team at a personal level?

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Join the Conversation
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.

If you are a new listener to the Remote Pathways podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Remote Pathways Podcast page, or reach out to us to discuss coaching, consulting or training support around remote work.

Need a Presenter?

Contact Jennifer to speak virtually on topics related to effective virtual conversations, virtual team development, virtual team leadership, growing a solopreneur business OR her own experience in leading remote teams globally in the voluntary sector.
Contact Michelle Mullins to focus on what's GOOD and RIGHT in you and your decision to work remotely. You can move from overwhelm to overjoyed and learn to THRIVE in the remote working lifestyle.

EP022: Remote Working in Voluntary Sector, Guest Kristin Winkle Beck, Executive Director of Social Venture Partners Charlotte

10/7/2020

In this episode of Remote Pathways podcast we welcome Kristin Winkle Beck. Kristin is the founder of Pivot Point Professionals and the Executive Director of Social Venture Partners Charlotte. She is an enthusiastic coach, optimistic problem solver, and servant leader. She spent more than 20 years managing teams, business units, and strategic vendor relationships with Fortune 100 companies prior to her career pivot into coaching.

In this episode we explore:

The dream job Kristin never knew existed
Pivoting to virtual events
Working effectively with external companies around the world
Benefits discovered about working remotely
Coordinating volunteers virtually
Working from home vs. living at work

The Remote Pathways podcast is co-hosted by Jennifer Britton and Michelle Mullins. It is based on the writing of Jennifer Britton, author of Remote Pathways.

Connect with Kristin:
Click here to visit our guest page to learn more about our guest, Kristin Winkle Beck!

Episode Download:
Tips to Pivot to Virtual Events

Episode Question:
Are you working from home or are you living at work?

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Join the Conversation
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.

If you are a new listener to the Remote Pathways podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Remote Pathways Podcast page, or reach out to us to discuss coaching, consulting or training support around remote work.

Need a Presenter?

Contact Jennifer to speak virtually on topics related to effective virtual conversations, virtual team development, virtual team leadership, growing a solopreneur business OR her own experience in leading remote teams globally in the voluntary sector.
Contact Michelle Mullins to explore programming for Women Working Remotely

EP021: Co-Working in Remote Space

9/15/2020

In this episode of the Remote Pathways podcast we explore co-working in the remote space. With social distancing becoming the new norm for many, co-working is likely to take on new forms. Join Michelle and Jennifer for this very practical conversation.

In this episode we explore:

What co-working is
Benefits of co-working
What's important about incorporating co-working into your every day routine
What co-working can look like (virtual retreats, accountability sessions, Get It Done afternoons

Episode Download:
Remote Co-Working Strategy Sheet

Question of the Week:
What does co-working look like for you in the virtual and remote space?

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***Join the Conversation***
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
Connect with us at our Facebook Group – and let us know what you do to get up to speed quickly

In this episode, we mentioned the episode about Remote Collaboration

If you are a new listener to the Remote Pathways podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Remote Pathways Podcast page, or reach out to us to discuss coaching, consulting or training support around remote work. You may also want to get in touch with one of the many assessments we mention in our podcast today, including the Everything DISC Agile EQ.

Check Out More Remote Pathways Programming and supports

Consulting support as you go virtual
Facilitate a lunch and learn (virtual), co-working session or Team Day

EP020: Back to (remote) work

9/2/2020

It's fall and back to work. In this episode we dip into PlanDoTrack productivity tips for the remote space.

The episode focuses on taking you back to workplace productivity, with a remote spin. For many professionals, their remote working experience is going to shift into the next year. With this in mind, let's take a look at Remote Work.

In this episode we explore:
PLAN

Be bold around your planning approach - what does bold mean for you?
Contingency Plan
Values. Purpose. Vision.

DO

Daily Steps
Routines
Milestones and Motivation

TRACK

Micro-pauses
Metrics
Celebration
Learning and Iteration

The Remote Pathways podcast is co-hosted by Jennifer Britton and Michelle Mullins. It is based on the writing of Jennifer Britton, author of Remote Pathways.

If you are a new listener to the Remote Pathways podcast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Remote Pathways Podcast page, or reach out to us to discuss coaching, consulting or training support around remote work. You may also want to get in touch with one of the many assessments we mention in our podcast today, including the Everything DISC Agile EQ.

Episode Download:
Back to Remote Work Checklist

Question of the Week:
What does bold planning mean to you?

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What are the myths you are holding around remote work? Which myths have been eliminated? What paradigms are shifting for you?

***Join the Conversation***
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Explore these Resources
In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

Pick up a copy of the analog (paper based) PlanDoTrack workbook and planner for virtual and remote professionals at Amazon
Check out the Remote Working Tips at PlanDoTrack.com

Check Out More Remote Pathways Programming and supports

Consulting support as you go virtual
Reach out to us to facilitate a lunch and learn (virtual), co-working session or Team Day