{"id":17812,"date":"2024-12-05T17:24:54","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T11:54:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/?p=17812"},"modified":"2026-03-09T17:08:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T11:38:44","slug":"remote-team-management","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/remote-team-management\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Remote Team Management Challenges and Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/remote-team-management\/#Overcoming_the_Challenges_of_Remote_Team_Management\" >Overcoming the Challenges of Remote Team Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/remote-team-management\/#Using_Workstatus_for_Remote_Team_Management\" >Using Workstatus for Remote Team Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/remote-team-management\/#Success_Stories\" >Success Stories<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17820 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions.webp\" alt=\"Challenges in Remote Team Management\" width=\"1600\" height=\"706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-300x132.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-1024x452.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-768x339.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-1536x678.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The world is going remote, folks. And while it&#8217;s finally great to wear sweatpants to work, HR managers are sweating bullets trying to manage this new &#8220;invisible&#8221; employee breed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The flexibility is excellent, but you\u2019ve got to rethink your whole approach to keeping everyone in line.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think about communication breakdowns that could make a game of telephone look like a symphony, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/workforce-management?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=emply_engmnt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">employee engagement<\/a> that&#8217;s about as exciting as watching paint dry, and the ever-present fear of &#8220;Are they actually working or just binge-watching Netflix?&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><b>Did You Know?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a recent study, about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ceotodaymagazine.com\/2022\/08\/six-examples-of-successful-remote-team-management-in-corporations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">40%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of employees live their best life in pajamas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But managing a team that could be anywhere from their couch to a tropical beach (with a questionable internet connection) comes with unique challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This blog elaborates on the common <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/workplace-mode\/remote-work-management?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=rmt_wrkfrc_mngmnt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">remote team management<\/a> challenges and gives ideas for solutions framed as \u2018How can HR create great teams that work hundreds of miles apart\u2019 instead of \u2018Here is how to control your employees.\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recognizing these changes and devising suitable methods to address each issue will help you create a more productive and engaged remote staff.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here we go to discuss the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/biggest-challenges-of-working-from-home\/?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=rmt_tm_chlngs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">main challenges in remote teams<\/a> and find out how to solve them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overcoming_the_Challenges_of_Remote_Team_Management\"><\/span><b>Overcoming the Challenges of Remote Team Management<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s check out how HR managers can overcome the common challenges of remote team management:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17818 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Remote-Work-Challanges-1.webp\" alt=\"Overcoming the challenges of remote team management\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1126\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Remote-Work-Challanges-1.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Remote-Work-Challanges-1-300x211.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Remote-Work-Challanges-1-1024x721.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Remote-Work-Challanges-1-768x540.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Remote-Work-Challanges-1-1536x1081.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Maintaining Team Productivity<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensuring high productivity is one of the primary concerns for HR managers overseeing remote teams. Home distractions can turn into productivity black holes with colleagues and supervisors absent physically.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Gallup study reported that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gallup.com\/workplace\/509759\/remote-workers-organizations-drifting-apart.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">38%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of employees feel less engaged when working remotely, which sounds like a fancy way of saying they&#8217;re busy discovering the art of daytime TV.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Why it Matters for HR?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low productivity can lead to missed deadlines, project delays, and disgruntled clients, which keeps HR managers up at night.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, to keep the wheels turning, HR managers must develop strategies and tools to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/2024-hr-tips-maximize-remote-efficiency\/?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=prdctv_rmt_tms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">keep remote teams engaged and productive<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Solution<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Project Management Tools:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use a platform like Workstatus to monitor daily progress and set clear goals. Think of it as your virtual manager watching over everyone&#8217;s shoulder without a judgmental gaze.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Performance Metrics: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Establish clear KPIs tied to individual roles and ensure employees know these goals. Using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/time-attendance\/productivity-tracking-software-what-why-and-how\/?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=prdctvty_trckng_sftwr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">productivity tracking software<\/a> like Workstatus can provide much-needed accountability without resorting to random pop quizzes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Time Management Techniques: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encourage methods like the Pomodoro Technique to help employees focus during work hours. After all, who doesn&#8217;t love an excellent tomato-themed productivity strategy?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Remote Work Made Simple with #workstatus \u2013 Stay Connected &amp; Productive!\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/19J8OjXwLpE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><b>Ensuring Clear and Consistent Communication<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communication is the secret sauce to the success of any remote team.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a remote setup, the absence of face-to-face interaction can lead to misunderstandings and delays that could rival your favorite suspense thriller.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Forbes survey found that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/rachelwells\/2024\/02\/08\/communication-hits-no1-spot-as-in-demand-skill-in-2024-says-linkedin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">56% of remote workers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> face communication challenges. This is where HR managers come in, like the wise wizards of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/workforce-management\/cross-functional-collaboration?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=wrkplc_clbrtn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">workplace collaboration<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Why it Matters for HR?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effective communication prevents operational bottlenecks, ensures alignment, and maintains workplace harmony.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HR managers must build communication channels that promote transparency, timely updates, and clarity without sending everyone into a notification frenzy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Solution<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Real-time Communication Tools:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For daily chats, use popular applications, including Slack, Microsoft Teams, or Zoom. Clearly distinguish between the need to use instant messaging (appropriate in an emergency) and when you can send an email and get to it later.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Regular Check-ins:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Host weekly or bi-weekly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/workforce-management\/virtual-meeting?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=vrtl_mtng\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">virtual meetings<\/a> to discuss progress, roadblocks, and updates. These are the virtual water calmer moments to keep the team connected.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Communication Guidelines:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Develop clear policies that define expectations, such as how long it is too long to wait for a response. Set the tone for open communication but avoid bombarding team members with constant notifications.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"upd-cusbanner sc-col\">\n    <p class=\"heading\">Facing obstacles in managing your remote team?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"cta-title\">Unlock the power of our tools to overcome them swiftly!<\/div>    \n    <div class=\"ctasec\">\n    <a class=\"primary_btn1\" onclick=\"call_demows();\" href=\"javascript:void(0);\">Book a Demo<\/a>\n    <a href=\"javascript:void(0);\" data-href=\"\" class=\"bkdemo\" \n    onclick=\"return get_ws_signupform(this);\">Start Free Trial<\/a>    \n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h3><b>Building Trust and Team Cohesion<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Developing trust and establishing a culture of inclusion can be even more difficult as employees tend to feel they are the only individuals from their company on a remote team.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HR managers must find ways to create that mystical team feeling, even if it means pulling a rabbit out of a hat.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Why it Matters for HR?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lack of trust and team unity leads to a lack of teamwork, increased negative experience, low morale, and high turnover, which is a team\u2019s nightmare.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17823 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-1.webp\" alt=\"Negative Experiences\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-1.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-1-300x283.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-1-1024x965.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-1-768x724.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-1-1536x1448.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HR managers need to produce an environment that allows remote employees to feel like they know each other as people do in the typical 90s sitcoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Solution<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Virtual Team-Building Activities: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organize real-time chats, such as happy hours or casual game sessions, to mimic the natural small talk in an actual workplace.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Collaboration Opportunities: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide tasks requiring participation from different departments within the organization. Start organizations\u2019 orientation programs or \u201cbuddy systems\u201d to assist new employees in acclimating themselves.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Recognition and Rewards: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incorporate social media to recognize personal and group achievements. Besides, everyone adores a shout-out, right?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Supporting Employee Well-being<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Burnout may easily creep into a person&#8217;s life when they work from home since it removes the delicate line between work and home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17822 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-2.webp\" alt=\"Daily Loneliness Among Employees\" width=\"1600\" height=\"802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-2.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-2-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-2-1024x513.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-2-768x385.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-2-1536x770.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An anonymous survey by The Worklife found that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.worklife.news\/talent\/loneliness-remote-workers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of remote employees experienced loneliness, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mqmentalhealth.org\/stress-in-the-workplace-most-stressful-industries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">37%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> were stressed compared to those working in an office.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HR managers are responsible for monitoring and supporting employee well-being, even from afar.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Why it Matters for HR?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employee well-being directly impacts productivity, engagement, and retention. So, HR managers need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/workforce-management\/employee-burnout?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=emply_brnot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">prevent burnout<\/a> before it becomes an Olympic sport.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17821 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-3.webp\" alt=\"Employee well being by age\" width=\"1600\" height=\"940\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-3.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-3-300x176.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-3-1024x602.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-3-768x451.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Common-Project-Management-Challenges-and-Solutions-3-1536x902.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><b>Solution<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Wellness Programs:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Organize virtual wellness initiatives like yoga sessions, mental health workshops, or mindfulness webinars. You could even include puppy videos for good measure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Surveys and Check-ins:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Conduct regular pulse surveys and one-on-one check-ins to understand employee concerns. Create an open forum for discussing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/reporting-analytics\/workload-management?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=wrkld_mngmnt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">workload management<\/a>\u2014without turning it into a therapy session.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Work-life balance Policies:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Establish boundaries between work hours and personal time. For example, consider \u201cno meetings Fridays\u201d or designating specific times during the day for employees to step away from their screens.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Managing Time Zone Differences<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coordinating a global remote team? You might be juggling flaming swords.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Buffer&#8217;s 2023 State of Remote Work report, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/buffer.com\/state-of-remote-work\/2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">32%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of remote workers say time zone differences are one of their biggest challenges.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HR managers must establish systems to ensure smooth collaboration across different time zones, preferably without requiring a time-travel machine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Why it Matters for HR?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lack of coordination can lead to miscommunication and project delays, so HR managers must design workflows that accommodate time zone differences and keep work flowing like a well-oiled machine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Solution<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Scheduling Tools:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use tools like Workstatus to identify overlapping work hours. Suggest flexible schedules to help everyone play nice.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Asynchronous Work Culture: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promote an asynchronous work environment so team members can work independently. No one should have to wake up at 3 AM for a meeting!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Follow-the-Sun Model: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Implement a &#8220;follow-the-sun&#8221; approach where tasks are handed off from one time zone to another. It\u2019s like a relay race but for projects.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Addressing Security Concerns<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remote work heightened the risk of data breaches. A Forbes report found that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/advisor\/in\/business\/remote-work-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">90%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of IT professionals believe remote workers pose a security risk.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s like giving your house keys to a cat; what could go wrong? HR managers must work closely with IT to ensure employees have the right tools to keep data safe.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Why it Matters for HR?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A security breach can result in data loss, financial harm, and a reputation that takes a nosedive.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HR managers must ensure remote workers have secure systems and understand the importance of cyber security protocols.This often involves mandating the use of a <a href=\"https:\/\/nordlayer.com\/cloud-vpn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">cloud VPN<\/a> to protect the integrity of the company&#8217;s private network when accessed via domestic internet connections.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Solution<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cybersecurity Training: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conduct regular training sessions to educate employees on best practices, such as avoiding public Wi-Fi and spotting phishing scams.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Security Tools: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Implement <a href=\"https:\/\/nordvpn.com\/blog\/protocols\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best VPN protocols<\/a> and multi-factor authentication to keep data safe. For added protection, employees can be given encrypted devices or software.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Regular Audits: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collaborate with IT for periodic audits to identify vulnerabilities. And yes, HR should have an apparent data breach response plan, not just one written in invisible ink.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"upd-cusbanner sc-col\">\n    <p class=\"heading\">Want to upscale your remote team productivity?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"cta-title\">Explore Workstatus for quick and effective resolution!<\/div>    \n    <div class=\"ctasec\">\n    <a class=\"primary_btn1\" onclick=\"call_demows();\" href=\"javascript:void(0);\">Book a Demo<\/a>\n    <a href=\"javascript:void(0);\" data-href=\"\" class=\"bkdemo\" \n    onclick=\"return get_ws_signupform(this);\">Start Free Trial<\/a>    \n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_Workstatus_for_Remote_Team_Management\"><\/span><b>Using Workstatus for Remote Team Management<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Workstatus is a suite of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/remote-work-software\/?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=rmt_tm_mngmnt_tls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">remote team management tools<\/a> intended to help HR managers facilitate cooperation, oversee remote teams, and increase their output.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adapted from their specific contexts, such requirements offer greater visibility into each employee&#8217;s performance, productivity, and work priorities in remote teams.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From managing attendance to tracking hours or monitoring project progress, Workstatus has everything to offer to the HR professionals that helps a business to function smoothly in the era of work from home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Its seamless integration of various functionalities streamlines processes and allows teams to stay productive and engaged, regardless of location.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Advanced Time Tracking<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17721 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Time-Tracking-and-Productivity-Insights-2.png.webp\" alt=\"Time Tracking \" width=\"1294\" height=\"1060\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Time-Tracking-and-Productivity-Insights-2.png.webp 1294w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Time-Tracking-and-Productivity-Insights-2.png-300x246.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Time-Tracking-and-Productivity-Insights-2.png-1024x839.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Time-Tracking-and-Productivity-Insights-2.png-768x629.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1294px) 100vw, 1294px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Through reporting, Workstatus tracks employees&#8217; working hours in real time and provides accurate estimates of the time spent on each task.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over-time tracking makes time utilization and workload allocation among HR managers easier.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Comprehensive Attendance Management<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17725 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Attendance-and-Shift-Scheduling.png.webp\" alt=\"Attendance and Shift Scheduling\" width=\"1055\" height=\"1107\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Attendance-and-Shift-Scheduling.png.webp 1055w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Attendance-and-Shift-Scheduling.png-286x300.webp 286w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Attendance-and-Shift-Scheduling.png-976x1024.webp 976w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Attendance-and-Shift-Scheduling.png-768x806.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1055px) 100vw, 1055px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of manually tracking time in and out, Workstatus can track when employees clock in, take breaks, and even take <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/time-attendance\/time-off-management?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=tym_off_mngmnt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">time off<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This ability to set a schedule for the workforce makes it easier to implement attendance standards.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Accurate Live Location Tracking<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16936 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/live-location.png.webp\" alt=\"Live location\" width=\"1742\" height=\"983\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/live-location.png.webp 1742w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/live-location.png-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/live-location.png-1024x578.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/live-location.png-768x433.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/live-location.png-1536x867.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1742px) 100vw, 1742px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/time-attendance\/live-location-tracking?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=lv_lctn_trckng\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">live location tracking<\/a>, Workstatus instantly updates managers on the whereabouts of their employees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s best to ensure that every employee is in the correct working area, especially for those remotely located or in the field.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Efficient Project Prioritization<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17785 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Real-Time-Project-and-Task-Monitoring-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Real time project and task monitoring\" width=\"2376\" height=\"2560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Real-Time-Project-and-Task-Monitoring-scaled.webp 2376w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Real-Time-Project-and-Task-Monitoring-278x300.webp 278w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Real-Time-Project-and-Task-Monitoring-950x1024.webp 950w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Real-Time-Project-and-Task-Monitoring-768x828.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Real-Time-Project-and-Task-Monitoring-1425x1536.webp 1425w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Real-Time-Project-and-Task-Monitoring-1900x2048.webp 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2376px) 100vw, 2376px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This feature would inform managers which projects to work on and help them complete the most urgent tasks before the due date.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It also assists organizations in managing focus in executing crucial tasks and the correct use of resources.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Seamless Work From Home Monitoring<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17447 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-1.png-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Time and Activity Reports\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-1.png-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-1.png-300x137.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-1.png-1024x468.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-1.png-768x351.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-1.png-1536x702.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5-1.png-2048x937.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Workstatus tracks employees&#8217; performance based on their assigned tasks, the hours worked, and their overall efficiency in performing a specific job.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is effective in moderating accountability and flexibility for work-from-home arrangements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such features assist HR managers in overcoming or dealing with the challenges of managing a remotely based team, thereby increasing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/productivity-vs-efficiency\/?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=prdctvty_and_effcncy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">productivity and efficiency<\/a> in organizational team coordination.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Success_Stories\"><\/span><b>Success Stories<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few success stories of challenges in remote teams in different industries:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Success Story 1: Boosting Team Productivity in a Marketing Agency<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A marketing agency noticed remote teams becoming less productive due to interruptions and less supervision.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They used Workstatus, a project tracker application, to monitor their daily work progress and set expectations for members.<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These changes resulted in higher project delivery rates and increased <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/project-management\/client-relationship?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=clnt_stsfctn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">client satisfaction<\/a> levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Success Story 2: Enhancing Communication in a Software Development Firm<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A software development firm was involved in numerous misunderstandings due to ineffective communication and delays.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The company could place frequent scheduled check-ins for team status with Workstatus.<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The positive consequence was that it encouraged greater coordination and unity amongst the teams at work.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Success Story 3: Building Trust in a Global Consultancy<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A large consultancy firm noted morale issues among its employees working from home; thus, they felt lonely.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such measures included conducting online teaming events and creating a buddy system to boost team members\u2019 interactions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These changes increased employees\u2019 commitment and lower turnover, yielding better team unity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Success Story 4: Supporting Employee Well-being in a Financial Institution<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A financial institution had many cases of burnout, which automatically reduced morale among the workforce. Employers incorporated workplace wellness programs and daily\/weekly organizational \u2018stress checks.\u2019\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These measures led to improved employee satisfaction and a more resilient workforce.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Success Story 5: Managing Time Zone Differences in a Tech Company<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A tech company with a global workforce faced coordination issues due to time zone differences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They used calendars and calendar invites and encouraged most of the team\u2019s work to be done at different times during the day.<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These measures helped to reduce project downtime and increase general employees\u2019 engagement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These examples illustrate how targeted solutions can effectively address common remote team management challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Also Read- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/case-study\/keystone-realtors\">Managing Teams Got Easier for Keystone- In 70 Days<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><b>Future Trends in Remote Team Management<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some predicted future trends in remote team management:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Increased Use of AI and Automation<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AI will help complete repetitive work, including appointments, tracking, and monitoring, by the system, leaving more time for managers to strategize.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automating the process will help increase effectiveness since it eliminates manual monitoring.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Emphasis on Employee Well-Being<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remote team management in the future will give much attention to ideas about enhancing employees\u2019 health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Businesses will utilize solutions in workload allocation and burnout prediction, providing managers with information based on which they can reduce expectations and offer help when required.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Data-Driven Decision Making<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It suggests a more significant emphasis on using data analytics to manage remote teams and understand productivity and employees\u2019 working patterns.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With real-time data, managers can determine the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/reporting-analytics\/resource-allocation-software?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=rsrc_alctn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">allocation of resources<\/a>, employee performance, and team organization.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Enhanced Collaboration Tools<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since many organizations are embracing remote working, enhanced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/remote-vs-office-teams\/?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=clbrtn_tls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">collaboration tools<\/a> with features like video conferencing, calendars, and task lists will be crucial.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These tools will only become better and more refined and aim to replicate the reality of the working environment with the advantage of remote operations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Flexible Work Policies<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Future remote work policies will be much more liberal than the current ones, with organizations providing many choices, such as hybrid work frameworks, flexitime, and remote-first environments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This flexibility will help address the needs of global teams and allow them to balance their work and personal lives.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"upd-cusbanner sc-col\">\n    <p class=\"heading\">Is remote team management a hassle?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"cta-title\">Start your free trial now and streamline team management.<\/div>    \n    <div class=\"ctasec\">\n    <a class=\"primary_btn1\" onclick=\"call_demows();\" href=\"javascript:void(0);\">Book a Demo<\/a>\n    <a href=\"javascript:void(0);\" data-href=\"\" class=\"bkdemo\" \n    onclick=\"return get_ws_signupform(this);\">Start Free Trial<\/a>    \n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h2><b>Closing Thoughts<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So there you have it, folks! Managing remote teams is no walk in the park for HR managers; it&#8217;s more like herding cats via Zoom.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Between time zone juggling, communication breakdowns, and the occasional Wi-Fi meltdown, remote work has its fair share of challenges in remote teams. However, with the right solutions like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/?utm_source=web_blog_17812&amp;utm_medium=WB_sg&amp;utm_campaign=hmpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Workstatus<\/a> in place, those hurdles can be overcome.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By setting clear expectations, fostering trust, using the proper collaboration tools, and monitoring team well-being, you can turn these challenges into opportunities for growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, the next time your team member\u2019s camera freezes mid-meeting or a deadline sneaks up on you, remember: remote work may be tricky, but it\u2019s nothing a bit of flexibility (and a good sense of humor) can\u2019t fix!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>FAQs<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ques. How can communication be improved with remote teams?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ans. 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As a productivity enhancement thought leader, I share insights at conferences, contribute to leading publications, and engage with professionals on LinkedIn to spread productivity excellence. Ready to transform your organization's productivity, optimize processes, and uncover new growth? Let's connect and achieve operational excellence, propelling your business forward.","sameAs":["https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/ash-grover-workstatus\/","https:\/\/in.pinterest.com\/ashgrover1312\/"],"url":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/author\/ash-grover\/"}]}},"post_mailing_queue_ids":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17812","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17812"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17812\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17834"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17812"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17812"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17812"},{"taxonomy":"industrie","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/industrie?post=17812"},{"taxonomy":"feature","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/feature?post=17812"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}