Re:Remote work requires communicating more, but less frequently
by travisjungroth on Friday August 04, 2023 @01:58PM
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> As such, I'm skeptical of this 'Think of the Juniors' concern. It's manageable.
The top comment is saying how to manage it. TFA isn’t saying no remote work, it’s saying less frequent communication. That doesn’t work in all cases. Struggling for hours without getting much done or understanding more isn’t effective for productivity or learning by definition. These cases can often be prevented with quick questions. “Send me an email, I check it every Monday and Thursday” doesn’t support that.
Re:Remote work requires communicating more, but less frequently
by bravetraveler on Friday August 04, 2023 @02:36PM
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My skepticism isn't aimed at them
This can be prevented without more involvement, just better use of those existing sessions.
The definitions on that aren't clear - I expect a fairly guided mission, with reports on findings. Questions both ways, Socratic or not.
In office, remote, whichever - I've been ignored. It took a while to learn to ask questions. People will help, but "the squeaky wheel gets the grease", and all.
The locality doesn't matter, communication can exist in either.
It's possible to foster a remote environment where Juniors do ask questions - I've worked in several, and am skeptical of this 'Think of the Juniors' concern. It's manageable.