How do you keep yourself on track while working in a remote team setting?
Many project manager positions are remote or hybrid. Supervision is often limited and interviewers want to know how a candidate will motivate themselves to stay on task each day.
Remember to consider including a holistic range of behaviors in your answer. For example, behaviors that foster an optimal physical working environment can be as important as those that set the stage for mental success.
"I enjoy working remotely. However, it takes effort and focus to be successful, and I have developed several practices that help me to thrive remotely. First, I create an optimal physical environment. I have a dedicated home office and a quiet space for working and meetings.
Secondly, I make sure that I have ways to stay connected to others on my teams. This includes learning about my coworkers and caring about their personal health and wellness. I enjoy team-building events and I facilitate them remotely on a regular basis in my current role.
Finally, I believe it is important to keep a regular schedule. I find it helps me maintain a steady pace and it helps my teams know what to expect of me. I try to log in around the same time each day and connect with my teammates to communicate any needs we have individually or collectively. Setting expectations early and often ensures that we minimize delay and work as efficiently as possible."
