Digital Burnout: How to Protect Wellbeing on a Remote Team
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
With no US law protecting off-the-clock time, a remote team needs a disconnection policy the person in charge actually follows.
Manuela Nario
HR and Financial Administrator
With 10 years of HR adventures under my belt, I’m on a mission to make the workplace a positive and happy place to be. I’m the go-to person for solving problems, cracking jokes, and ensuring that everyone feels like they belong. Whether it’s lending an ear or spreading good vibes, I’m all about creating an environment where people feel heard, supported, and ready to tackle the day with a smile!
Tech Arsenal
Google Sheets, Teamdeck, Bee, Waveapps, Financial tools
Known For
Calm, kind, and serene, Manuela is meticulous, methodical, and warm. She’s always ready to listen, assist, and resolve whatever comes her way with empathy and care.
Canonical Moment
"One day, I realized that listening could be rewarding."
Things She Loves
Must-Have Apps
Google Calendar, Radio
If Manuela Were a Meme
How to Hire Remote Talent in Latin America
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Freelance or Employer of Record: what changes when you hire remote talent outside the US, and how to pick the right path.
Small Practices That Improve Workplace Culture
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
You don't need a big wellness program. Simple, low-cost practices that, kept up over time, genuinely improve your team's workplace culture.
Measuring What Actually Matters in the Early Stages of a New Business
by Manuela Nario | | Startups
Measuring profitability early is measuring what doesn't matter yet. Here's what actually shows if a new business is on the right track.
Conflict Isn't the Problem. Ignoring It Is.
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Every team has conflict, that's normal. The problem starts when nobody addresses it and it escalates. How to act before it's too late.
Feedback Isn't a Once-a-Year Event
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Waiting for the annual review to say what isn't working gets expensive — here's how to give timely feedback, including the praise that belongs there too.
Why People Don't Say What They Think at Work
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Fear of conflict and the habit of saying nothing: why people stay silent at work, and what leadership actually has to do.
Meetings That Help vs. Meetings That Waste Time
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Not every conversation needs a meeting. Here's how to tell which ones deserve the calendar invite — and which ones waste your team's time.
How to Build a Remote Team That Actually Works
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Build a remote team that works with clear communication rules, documented decisions, focused meetings, and workflows people can trust.
"We're Small, We All Know Each Other": Is That Enough?
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Being close-knit doesn't guarantee good communication. Common myths, and why misunderstandings happen even among people who've worked together for years.
Remote Work Policy: What US Employers Need to Know
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
No federal remote work law means the compliance burden falls on you. What to know about multi-state taxes, workers' comp, and policy.
The Signs Your Workplace Culture Needs Attention
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Rumors, the same complaints on repeat, people who stop speaking up: the warning signs that your workplace culture is slipping before it shows up in results.