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Free food, happy hour, ping pong—this is what culture is made of, right? Office culture, maybe, but corporate culture? Not exactly. Employees and employers alike have a tendency to associate perks with culture, but try as they might, fun and games aren’t what keep teams going when times get tough. Instead, it’s mission and values, rooted in communication, empathy and trust, that create unity. As it turns out, those three characteristics are also core to successful remote teams.

The bottom line? Corporate culture isn’t contingent on physical proximity. Here are a few ways to cultivate it virtually:

1. Celebrate the accomplishments of your colleagues.

2. Ensure policies and procedures are aligned with your company’s mission.

3. Find opportunities to discuss organizational values outside the context of onboarding.

And here’s more on everything you need to know about working from home during the coronavirus pandemic.

For more on working and leading from home, check out our guide, updated daily.

The Telecommuter's Toolkit

When the average American spends one third of his or her workday sifting through and sending emails, it’s no wonder that interactions once reserved for in-person meetings have found their way into inboxes. Whether you need to parley a deadline or a promotion, this 10-point checklist can help set you up for success.

Imagine you’re in the office presenting a project to your boss and your boss’ boss—what are you wearing? Chances are, it’s not sweats and slippers. Dress for success, even when remote, by heeding these three pieces of advice. No. 1: Create a signature look from the waist up.

Onboarding while remote? Don’t just email new hires the employee handbook and invite them to meet the team via videoconference. Instead, follow this step-by-step guide.

The Break Room

Movie theaters are reopening their doors, and just in time for summer blockbuster season. Here’s what you need to know before you go. For starters, say goodbye to popcorn and hello to masks.

Forbes Advisor: There’s a ban on home foreclosures and evictions through the summer. Here’s what you need to know.