Some interesting links we found across the web this week:

3 Smart Tips for Successfully Managing Remote Teams
Before COVID-19, only 5% of Americans worked from home or remotely. During the height of stay-at-home orders, that number jumped to 62%. This article provides key areas to focus on for entrepreneurs who now find themselves managing a remote team of employees.

How Better Planning Can Save Your Business From A Data Breach
In 2019, data breaches increased nearly 79% from 2018. The number of data breaches in 2020 is already on pace to be even more devastating. This article from Forbes focuses on the importance of data security and provides suggestions on how to come up with a strategy to prevent your company from facing a data breach.

3 Strategies to Create More Inclusion in Business
The current moment is causing many businesses to review their inclusion and diversity practices. This article highlights the importance of inclusion for businesses and provides three proactive strategies for creating more inclusion in your business.

Employers are reconsidering workplace benefits for newly remote workers
Many companies are known for the onsite perks they offer employees: snack bars, coffee machines and comfortable hangout areas for employees to gather. With many employees now working remotely, the idea of workplace benefits is evolving. This article showcases how some companies are redefining workplace benefits during the era of COVID-19. 

Difficult Employee Situation? Turn It Into A Positive Breakthrough Conversation
Managers often have the difficult job of addressing employees when expectations are not being met at work. Although these conversations are difficult, they are often necessary to resolve workplace issues. This article outlines a strategic approach to these difficult conversations to help managers resolve them in a positive manner.