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Working remote can be extremely difficult.

In those moments when communication is less than ideal and the situation seems dismal, joining the ranks of a team in a physical office space can sound like a good idea.

Everyone has these moments.

When this happens, it’s important to stay calm and not make any decisions you may come to regret. I can assure you, there are several ways to connect your remote team and streamline your communication.

I can recall, in great detail, specific instances where I felt like pulling my own hair out or just sleeping the day away. Time zones were the enemy and a constant darkness loomed over my head like a perpetual loneliness that only working alone can bring.

This could’ve been solved if I only knew what I know now. Communication in any organization, especially remote teams, should become the most vital centerpiece of the team culture.

I’d like to share some tips that have helped us communicate better and ultimately destroy the cloud that haunted our productivity and group collaboration.

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client testimonials

I recently received a terrific question from Lorraine, one of the people in my community.  She asks:

How can I get testimonials and case studies from a corporate client?

Should I ask before, during, or after the project?  Should we ask for permission to use their logo on our website?

Should we get the testimonial via LinkedIn or email?  How can we make the ask in a professional manner?

I felt her questions were so good that I’d turn the answers into a blog post.  So, without further ado, here is how I build and get case studies and testimonials from my clients.

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