Building connections across distributed teams

Leveraging research by MillerKnoll, Brian Elliott examines the challenges and solutions for building team connections in today's largely distributed work environment. Research shows the inadequacy of traditional office spaces and the need for both physical and virtual strategies to foster strong team bonds. The article advocates for regular in-person team gatherings, emphasizing their positive impact on engagement, and suggests innovative ways to leverage technology for virtual connection and cross-team collaboration, ultimately arguing for a holistic approach integrating both online and offline strategies. The piece concludes by stressing the importance of adapting physical workspaces to support this new paradigm of distributed work.