✅ Flexible Meeting Times: I'll schedule meetings at times that work for everyone, considering time zone differences to ensure everyone feels included. ✅ Use the Right Tools: We'll rely on tools like Slack and Zoom to stay connected, share updates, and collaborate effectively across distances.

been there done that. but in gaming, i guess this also adoptable for working. we have rule of 8. online as you can in every 8th hour for main meeting/gaming. every day is 24 hours so every one have chance for meet 3 times a day. use UTC timezone for it. 0 UTC, 8 UTC, 16 UTC. messaging app like whatsapp, telegram, discord or email use for notification, spread summary of meeting across members or discuss what is going.

The most workable plan is establishing the most acceptable time and assigning frequency. - Two to three times per week communication meetings to evaluate progress, plans, and requests. - Microsoft Teams is open and useable for regular meetings and situation exchange.

- I'll create a Slack group of the team and ask them to write their comfortable working time as per their time zones. - Next, I'll find the common time where most of us would be online to take meetings. - After that, being a team leader, I'll find some time in each member's time zone to assist and help them in their tasks. This might sound like micro management but eventually I'll make them independent handling their own tasks. I usually like to let my teammates work on their own rather than using any software to track their work time. This is because it is okay to feel exhausted while working and one can take time to work when they are comfortable.

To foster open communication in a team across time zones, establish clear guidelines for asynchronous and synchronous communication. Use collaboration tools like shared documents, messaging apps, and project management platforms to keep everyone informed. Schedule rotating or overlapping meeting times to accommodate various zones fairly and record meetings for those unable to attend. Create a culture of transparency by encouraging updates, feedback, and questions through shared channels. Set clear expectations for response times and prioritize written communication for clarity and inclusivity. Regular check-ins and team-building activities help strengthen connections and trust.