Manage Smarter

Marjorie Hook is the Vice President of People and Culture for Openly, where she focuses on the employee life cycle and sustaining a world-class remote culture. With over 15 years of experience leading people functions for both large tech companies and high-growth tech startups, Marjorie brings a wealth of knowledge in managing remote teams and fostering a cohesive work environment. She joined Openly in 2022 and has been instrumental in implementing innovative strategies to enhance employee engagement and productivity in a fully remote setting. Key Takeaways include:   -Building a Remote Culture: Creating a cohesive remote culture requires intentional efforts to foster connection, trust, and clear communication. Utilize collaboration tools and establish clear goals and expectations to ensure everyone is aligned and engaged.   -Handling Difficult Conversations: Managers need to be observant and sensitive when having difficult conversations over Zoom. It's crucial to create a space that allows for processing an