Inspiring a team remotely has been challenging.  And it will continue to be part of our new lives.  Here are nine things that have been helping me:

• Check in on how people are feeling, using the two-adjective headline structure.
• Talk about the tough stuff – honestly and empathetically.
• Trust your colleagues; encourage collaboration and connectivity.
• Guide, coach or point – don’t control.
• Be Present.  Be Strong.  Be Clear.
• Listen actively – with your eyes, don’t interrupt.  Be curious – ask questions.
• Focus on things that are achievable.  (Manage the Unavoidable.  Avoid the Unmanageable.)
• Stay calm and demonstrate hope (optimism grounded in facts).
• Close with the three HUM’s (Humanity, Humility, Humour).

KR