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It doesn’t matter if you’re the administrative assistant or the chief executive—all employees have the opportunity, and the responsibility, to shape their company’s corporate culture by demonstrating respect and developing rapport with one another. When your organization is working from home for an extended period of time, it’s all the more important that everyone do their part to ensure a positive virtual environment. Here are five ways you can contribute to your remote culture.

My favorite? Proactively supporting your teammates. Between working from home and practicing social distancing, your colleagues may be experiencing feelings of isolation and loneliness. As appropriate, offer to proofread a presentation or to help conduct research for a project—even the simplest gestures go a long way toward creating a positive work environment.

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

Vicky Valet

Vicky Valet

Deputy Editor

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