Key features of successful remote work management

In the light of the latest knowledge, it can be concluded that managing teleworking for well-being at work emphasises the manager's interpersonal skills, trust, ability to reconcile employees' work and private lives, flexibility and the autonomy given to the employee.

The importance of interaction in teleworking

Face-to-face interaction in a remote environment is particularly important in remote management compared to traditional management. One of the most important tasks of the remote manager is therefore to organise regular face-to-face meetings. The lack of good interaction can lead to the leader missing opportunities to build trust and strengthen a sense of community. Employees who trust their managers are able to communicate effectively and experience less conflict.

For teleworking to be a positive factor for employee well-being, managers should be in contact with employees even on a daily basis to maintain social contact. Research has shown that an organisational atmosphere where difficulties are overcome together has a positive impact on the perceived well-being of the teleworker.

The remote manager is an interpreter of social situations

In remote management, the manager's interpersonal skills are particularly important. The term "supportive leader", often used in the literature, emphasises a leader's ability to be empathetic, appreciative and respectful of his or her subordinates. It is important for a remote leader to be able to communicate openly with his or her subordinates, but they also need to be socially sensitive - a good remote leader is able to take into account the overall well-being and psychosocial situation of his or her employees.

A key factor for the well-being of a teleworker is the ability to reconcile work and private life in a flexible way. Teleworking managers must be able to provide a framework for work and encourage their employees to have clear working hours and adequate rest. In a situation where work-life balance appears non-existent, remote managers should be able to address the issue and create a corporate culture that supports employees' work-life balance and recovery.

Culture to support balance and well-being

Respect for employee autonomy by the remote manager is key to the success of remote working. The manager must provide employees with sufficient resources to make independent decisions. In this way, remote management offers a unique opportunity to re-evaluate existing organisational structures and create a new culture that increases employee autonomy.

Even as the world becomes more digital, people will always be at the heart of what we do. Technological advances will enable new innovations, but ultimately they may be meaningless if managers do not take care of their employees through competent leadership. In the future, the role of managers will play an even greater role in the success of the organisation and the well-being of employees.