If a manager or co-workers call the teleworker, and they're frequently not around to receive the call, this could be a sign of distractions at work. Teleworkers being AWOL could breed resentment among the troops. Worse yet, company morale could plummet and good in-office workers could quit rather than work with peers they feel aren't carrying their load. Look for signs of burnout. Workaholism in the remote workplace can be as detrimental to teleworker success as nonperformance, McKenzie warns.
Overwork can lead to burnout, which can strip the team of valuable members.
Know the team. As a manager, know your teleworkers and in-office workers. Know their workstyles, their personalities, and keep a keen eye out for slippage in productivity or morale. I need to ask questions to see what's going on. Next week, we'll discuss salvation for the slipping teleworker.