
Alex Grandy
CEO & Founder of Recognize, an employee recognition and engagement platform based in Seattle
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Jul 31, 2026
Saying "Great Work" Isn't Recognition With Alex Grande
12:50
13:00
13:07
13:25
20:38

Tony JohnsonHOST
What do folks need to know as they're continuing to try to build this culture in this remote and distributed type of team environment?

Alex GrandeGUEST
When we talk to managers, what's the worst thing about remote work? Oftentimes it feels like it's velocity.

Alex GrandeGUEST
It's the time between decisions, right? So going back to the first question on employee experience, when you can break down and remove those barriers to approval, One of the biggest slowdowns in velocity and remote teams is waiting for someone to get back to you.

Alex GrandeGUEST
So if you don't have to get back to them, they can make the decision on their own.
7 MINS LATER

Tony JohnsonHOST
And then can you share some creative low cost strategies that have worked to keep employees engaged and connected? We're always looking for tips for leaders to keep teams engaged and in the moment, particularly because we know that well engaged teams provide great customer service and higher productivity, safety, all the things, right? What tips do you have for our audience?
Saying "Great Work" Isn't Recognition With Alex Grande
12:50
13:00
13:07
13:25
20:38

Tony JohnsonHOST
What do folks need to know as they're continuing to try to build this culture in this remote and distributed type of team environment?

Alex GrandeGUEST
When we talk to managers, what's the worst thing about remote work? Oftentimes it feels like it's velocity.

Alex GrandeGUEST
It's the time between decisions, right? So going back to the first question on employee experience, when you can break down and remove those barriers to approval, One of the biggest slowdowns in velocity and remote teams is waiting for someone to get back to you.

Alex GrandeGUEST
So if you don't have to get back to them, they can make the decision on their own.
7 MINS LATER

Tony JohnsonHOST
And then can you share some creative low cost strategies that have worked to keep employees engaged and connected? We're always looking for tips for leaders to keep teams engaged and in the moment, particularly because we know that well engaged teams provide great customer service and higher productivity, safety, all the things, right? What tips do you have for our audience?