Engagement for Remote Professionals
Course Description
Discover how engaging with work and organizational culture can influence job satisfaction and connecting with others in a remote environment. Complete all Engagement 101 lessons successfully which counts toward your Remote Professional Certificate.
Learning Objectives
- Explore how engagement strategies influence job satisfaction and cultural connections in a remote environment.
- Differentiate between work engagement and cultural engagement.
- Recognize factors influencing motivation in remote workers.
- Apply strategies to make work purposeful and meaningful.
- Evaluate methods to enhance teamwork and collaboration in a remote setting.
- Design a Professional Code of Ethics for Engagement, ensuring individual differences are respected and valued.
Research and References
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