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Now that the impacts of COVID-19 have settled, and the novelty wearing activewear as workwear for Zoom meetings has worn its welcome.

An employee’s trust is not only critical for delegation, but it has a larger positive impact than worker occupation and education level.

The Australian Taxation Office has extended its shortcut method for claiming working-from-home expenses to December 31, 2020. 

This year has irreversibly accelerated the trend towards a fully remote workforce, and with it, the shift to remote leadership.

Some employees will inevitably take advantage of remote work. Funnily enough, Donald Trump offers insight into how employers should respond.

Microsoft Teams will add a ‘commute’ function at the start of next year, giving users the ability to book in meeting-free virtual commute times. 

"There's an opportunity for managers to individualise working arrangements for employees," says Collabosaurus' Jessica Ruhfus.

"I never envisaged I’d be leading our entire Kathmandu network ... through temporary closures and curfews, all from my son’s bedroom."

While working remotely has made team interactions less dynamic, it is possible to bridge gaps to help keep your culture alive.

For some, it's anxiety-inducing to consider another abrupt shift of routine, from a safe haven to a place where the rules have changed.