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We understand – working with someone located miles away, perhaps in a different country or timezone, can feel like managing a game with the bases split between two stadiums. But here’s the thing: when you’ve built a real team, borders and timezones become irrelevant. Why?
Because true teamwork isn’t about location; it’s about shared values and purpose.
At Virtual Teammate, we believe a teammate isn’t just someone who happens to work in the same office space as you. It’s a mindset. And our Virtual Teammates (VTs) have this down to a science.
One key piece of advice we offer to anyone starting this journey:
Remember, they are just like you.
Just like you, Virtual Teammates are highly skilled professionals with years of experience under their belts. They have ambitions, life goals, and yes, they too are navigating that ever-elusive work-life balance. While they might not share the same zip code, they absolutely share your drive, dedication, and commitment to excellence.
If you’ve chosen your remote employee from Virtual Teammate’s highly qualified pool of talent, they are like you in more ways than one—especially when it comes to having a value creation mindset. We have invested in our VTs, ensuring they don’t just check off tasks from a list. Instead, they thrive in a dynamic environment where everything they contribute is measured against the business outcomes their clients define.
At Virtual Teammate, we believe in empowering our teammates to think strategically and align their efforts with the larger goals of your organization. This means your VT is not just there to complete tasks, but to actively contribute to your success by delivering results that matter.
Now that you are considering adding a virtual assistant to your team, here are 10 helpful mindsets to guide you as you work together:
Team Spirit First: You and your VT are in this together, working toward the same goals. Approach every task with a shared sense of purpose.
Unified Communication: Keep communication consistent, open, and clear. When you’re both on the same page, distance doesn’t matter.
Celebrate Wins Together: Acknowledge that every win, big or small, is a team victory, no matter where your teammate is located.
Mutual Support: Great teams support each other. When you support your VT, they’ll reciprocate that support to you.
Active Collaboration: Two minds are always better than one. Embrace collaboration and reap the benefits of diverse perspectives.
Trust the Process and the People: Trust that your VT is as committed to the project’s success as you are, and let that trust guide your working relationship.
Stay Aligned on Goals: Regular check-ins are key to making sure you and your VT are aligned and moving toward the same objectives.
Foster Respect: Respect the expertise and contributions of your VT. Mutual respect fuels great teamwork.
Build a Strong Bond: Even across long distances, there are countless ways to build rapport. Strengthening your team bond will enhance the experience for everyone.
Keep the Big Picture in Mind: You’re part of something bigger – a team striving to accomplish amazing things. Stay focused on the broader mission.
When you approach working with a Virtual Teammate from this perspective, you’ll quickly realize that they are much more than just someone helping from afar. They’re a vital part of your team, ready to collaborate, support, and help drive success. Just like you.
About us: Virtual Teammate is a remote staffing partner dedicated to connecting business teams with value creation-focused Virtual Assistants—who we proudly call "Teammates." Our mission is to match highly skilled VTs with organizations seeking not just support, but meaningful contributions that align with their goals and drive measurable business outcomes. We ensure that our Teammates are equipped to seamlessly integrate into your team and help you achieve success through strategic collaboration. Our team is always available to connect with like-hearted leaders looking to explore their best strategy for staffing that leverages the Global Team Mindset that honors all team members wether they are stationed here, near or far.
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