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Lucia Kamau

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January 8, 2025

Google Workspace tips for getting it done when working from home

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    With many businesses considering how best to keep teams connected when not everyone can be in the same location, we’ve been asked by a number of our customers for recommendations for staying productive and on task. Here are some best practices for fostering collaboration when your teams find themselves working remotely.

    Keep your team connected and organized each day

    Now that your team is set up and everyone’s ready to work from home, it’s important to keep everyone on the same page; here are some ways to keep everyone on the same page.

    1. Hold daily meetings to stay connected with your co-workers. Working at home can be isolating for some, and video conferencing is a great way to keep people engaged. Try to be visible on camera when appropriate, present relevant content, and ask questions to spark conversations. When time zones prevent everyone from joining a meeting, record it—after making sure that participants feel comfortable being recorded!
    2. Share goals and updates regularly. Whether it’s through a chat group or in a shared document that everyone updates, a record of what’s being accomplished is a great way to feel connected, keep everyone up to date, and follow up on action items. You can also set up an internal site to consolidate important information and resources into a central hub for your team, or to share information with your organisation more broadly.
    3. Continue to practice good workplace etiquette. Just because your team isn’t at the office doesn’t mean they’re not busy. Check calendars before scheduling meetings, and when you reach out via chat, start by asking if it’s a good time to talk. You can also proactively inform your co-workers of your own availability by setting up working hours in Calendar. That way, if a team member tries to schedule a meeting with you outside of your working hours, they’ll receive a warning notification.

    Conclusion

    In conclusion, Google Workspace offers a powerful suite of tools that can significantly enhance productivity and collaboration, especially when working from home. By leveraging its features—such as real-time collaboration, seamless cloud storage, and efficient communication tools—you can streamline your workday, stay organized, and maintain a high level of efficiency, regardless of location. Implementing these tips will help you not only get things done but also make your remote work experience smoother and more productive. Embrace Google Workspace to unlock your full potential and drive success while working from home.