Home topics workplace Source: Jason Goodman on Unsplash Workplace Workplace Teamwork troubleshooter: How to overcome habits that sabotage workplace collaboration Bryan Stallings January 26, 2023 Of all the things changed by the global pandemic, one of the most significant is the way in which teams collaborate. Since teams have been working remotely or hybrid, traditional channels have been replaced with everything from chat apps to video platforms. This caused the need for a quick learning curve to maintain productivity and keep the wheels of business turning. However, while much has been learned in a short time, some long-term bad habits remain that can reduce the effectiveness of business collaboration. The four key habits that need to change are: Habit 1: Disorganised information flow It used to be convenient to pop over to a colleague’s desk to touch base on a task, quickly troubleshoot an issue or follow up on an earlier conversation. And because of close physical proximity, including other relevant parties was seamless. This kind of impromptu collaboration is invaluable for fast-moving teams, but finding an effective replacement within a remote team without contributing to meeting overload has been a challenge. Any off-the-cuff chat between two remote employees requires finding time on a calendar. And if any part of that chat becomes relevant to someone not in the meeting, the opportunity to weave them in may not always be there due to scheduling conflicts. This presents a disjointed flow of information for remote teams. To combat it, teams often