There are three kinds of distance in remote collaboration: physical distance, concerning place and time; operational distance, related to team size, bandwidth, and skill levels; and affinity distance — regarding values, trust, and interdependency.
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Working remotely isn’t just about being in different places. It’s about finding ways to stay connected, work smoothly, and build trust.
EMOTIONAL AWARENESS. THE CONTROL OF THESE IN THE FACE OF THE EVERYDAY IMPACTS OF INTELLECTUAL IGNORANCE AND ITS CONVENIENT IDEOLOGY GIVE WAY TO BALANCE AND EQUILIBRIUM IN AN EFFECTIVE, EFFICIENT AND SUSTAINABLE WAY, THE PREVENTIVE EVOLUTION OF SUCCESS.☺️
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2dHarvard Business Review such an insightful breakdown of the different types of distance in remote collaboration. Physical and operational distance are often easier to manage, but affinity distance can truly make or break a remote team’s success. Building trust, aligning values, and fostering interdependency are essential to creating a cohesive, high-performing team—whether remote or in-person. Thanks for sharing this important perspective!