
5: Top tips for working remotely
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Communicating effectively and being accessible
When working remotely, here are some tips and techniques
to help you stay accessible:
• When you log in each day, if using Office 365, make
your presence known. You can select ‘working
elsewhere’ on your calendar to show you’re available.
• Make sure your calendar is kept up to date so that the
team and your manager know your movements.
• Use communication tools such as Instant Messenger
to keep in touch with the team – it’s quicker than
email.
• Some of these communication tools, such as
WhatsApp and Instant Messenger, can also be used for
casual intera ...