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> Be deliberate about arranging calls with coworkers, friends, family. Just hang out on a call. Go for a walk while you take these calls, or do something other
by Sparkle-san 4y ago
> Be deliberate about arranging calls with coworkers, friends, family. Just hang out on a call. Go for a walk while you take these calls, or do something other than sit in a chair.
I'll second this. I started a new remote job recently where we're encouraged to regularly schedule virtual coffee time with coworkers where we don't talk about work. It goes a long way towards fostering relationships.
- felipellrocha 4y agoYou're telling me your solution is to do the same thing we used to do with forced birthday party celebrations, but more frequently? UGH!
- barry-cotter 4y agoNot everyone is like you and that’s ok. Some people enjoy having connections with other people, even if they’re not best friends.
- Blahah 4y agoPersonally I don't really enjoy group or regularly scheduled mandatory hangout calls. What I really enjoy is just pinging someone to say 'hey, free to chat after work?' and then if they are I go for a walk and call them.