Best Practices of Working Remotely

In this episode of the Actualize Consulting podcast, Manager Jacquie Zirkle, Senior Manager Alysia Kennedy, and Senior Consultant Kathryn Williams explore best practices for working remotely. Their discussion delves into how Actualize Consulting has successfully transitioned from an on-site to a predominantly remote work model, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic. They also share insights into the benefits of remote work, including flexibility and a low attrition rate, their personal experiences with those benefits and challenges, and impart strategies to help you thrive in a fully remote workplace.

Listen to Learn More About:

• Managing work-life balance while working remotely
• Practical tools and strategies for building a productive remote workspace
• Staying accountable using digital tools for communication and collaboration while minimizing distractions
• Building and maintaining relationships with remote team members
• Creating a flexible and productive remote work schedule

About Kathryn Williams

• Kathryn has worked as a Senior Consultant at Actualize Consulting for over a year. She is a strong communicator and writer which has enabled her to work collaboratively with her team at Actualize and spearhead the creation of work products for clients. She is a skilled and dedicated professional with over 3 years of experience as a legislative and political intern. Throughout her career, Kathryn has worked closely with legislative teams to conduct policy research, provide expert analysis of congressional hearings and briefings, and easily communicate complex ideas. Kathryn holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government from the University of Virginia.
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About Alysia Kennedy, CFA

• Alysia is a Senior Manager at Actualize Consulting with extensive expertise in designing and implementing technology solutions to complex business problems. Her strong analytical and data management skills are coupled with an in-depth understanding of complex financial instruments. She has implemented all aspects of Treasury Management applications, including cash management, liquidity management, foreign exchange, payments, securitization, deal management, risk management, accounting, and reporting, and managing the data flows into and out of the system across numerous clients in various industries. She received her B.S. in Finance, Information Technology and International Business from the University of Virginia's McIntire School of Commerce.
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About Jacquie Zirkle

• Jacqueline is a Manager at Actualize Consulting with extensive experience managing daily business operations, including overseeing all aspects of human resources, compliance, recruitment, and training. She maintains strong organizational planning, analysis, and problem-solving skills. Jacquie is certified as a CMMI Practitioner, a Professional in Human Resources, and she majored in Communications at the University of Pittsburgh.
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