How to Work for a Hands-Off Manager When You’re Fully Remote

Clear and consistent communication with your manager is key to achieving good results. You need to know their expectations, and they need to have insight into your work to provide useful feedback and help you grow. That’s why working with a manager who is too free can be challenging, especially for people in remote environments. If you find yourself in this situation, the first way to improve the relationship is to clarify your work style and the work style of your manager. Once you each understand how the other likes to communicate and solve problems, you can set up a system that works for both of you. You should also push for a weekly one-on-one meeting with your boss to make sure you’re aligned on goals. In the end, networking with your manager’s colleagues is your benefit. Connecting with other leaders in the company will give you access to cross-departmental opportunities and make your work more visible across the organization.