Top 5 Mistakes Companies Make When Going Remote

Top 5 Mistakes Companies Make When Going Remote
(And how to avoid them.)

At Remote Revolution NL, we’ve seen first-hand that remote work can transform your business — but only if it’s done intentionally.

Here are the top mistakes companies make when going remote (and how to fix them):

1. Assuming Remote = Just Working from Home
❌ Going remote isn’t just a location change — it’s a mindset shift.
✅ It requires rethinking collaboration, leadership, accountability, and team culture.

2. Replacing Office Time with Endless Meetings
❌ Back-to-back video calls drain energy and productivity.
✅ Shift to purposeful communication. Mix synchronous and asynchronous methods to give people focus time and flexibility.

3. Micromanaging Instead of Trusting
❌ Daily check-ins or screen trackers kill trust.
✅ Focus on outcomes, not hours. Give your people autonomy and clarity.

4. Ignoring Team Culture
❌ Remote doesn't mean culture takes a back seat.
✅ You need to build culture intentionally — think rituals, recognition, and real connection.

5. No Clear Remote Work Policy or Onboarding
❌ Chaos reigns without structure.
✅ Create clear guidelines, expectations, and onboarding flows tailored for remote.

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