In this Power Producers Shoptalk episode, David Carothers
continues the discussion on building and managing remote teams in the insurance
industry, with a specific focus on culture and connection. In this second
installment with the team from Insurance Futures, David dives into the
importance of team-building activities in a virtual environment.
This week, David is joined by Jeremy Huerta, Michael Overstreet,
and Caleb Walker from Heritage, an insurance agency that
has perfected the art of remote workforce management. Together, they explore
the best ways to create meaningful connections, build strong cultures, and
engage remote employees to foster long-term success in a virtual setting.
Key Highlights:
The Importance of Intentional Culture Building
David stresses that building a strong culture in a virtual environment isn’t
optional—it’s essential. Without it, a remote team can quickly lose its
cohesion and effectiveness.
Regular Communication: Finding the Right Balance
David shares his approach to daily communication, emphasizing the need for
intentional, face-to-face interactions like virtual huddles to foster
connection and avoid miscommunications.
Maintaining Culture in Virtual Teams
The Heritage team discusses the challenges of keeping culture strong in a
remote environment and the importance of intentionality in virtual
team-building efforts.
Team Meetings: Connecting on a Personal Level
Heritage’s weekly meetings start with sharing personal highlights, allowing
team members to connect beyond just work tasks and strengthen relationships.
Employee Fulfillment and Personal Connection
David reflects on his experiences in leadership and the importance of building
genuine, long-term relationships with employees for a fulfilling work
environment.
Creative Team Building Activities
The team shares fun and engaging virtual activities like charades and "Two
Truths and a Lie," which help employees show their personalities and
connect on a deeper level.
The team offers a downloadable guide with a list of team-building activities
that can be easily implemented to improve remote team culture.
To download the full list of team-building activities and
read the blog, click
here
In the coming weeks, David and the team will continue
exploring more aspects of remote team management. Stay tuned for more
actionable insights.
Connect with:
David Carothers
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Jeromy Huerta
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Michael Overstreet
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Caleb Walker LinkedIn
Kyle Houck LinkedIn
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