While being a manager is tricky to begin with, overseeing a remote team comes with its own unique set of challenges. First of all, employees are at home facing several distractions throughout the day, and on top of that, they are likely to be geographically dispersed. As a result, remote team members often face communication barriers, feel isolated, and lack access to resources and support, making it tricky to stay engaged and productive. Below are five key pillars to be aware of when assessing the difficulties and challenges brought on by managing remote work.