Time Management
You should be able to make the best use of your time to accomplish set tasks. Since no coworkers or supervisors are looking over your shoulder to ensure you're on track, it is up to you to ensure you deliver your work on time. If you struggle with time management, some apps like Toggl can help you track your time and boost productivity.
Communication
Keeping in touch with your team members, coworkers, or leaders is crucial in remote work. You should be familiar with the most common remote communication tools like email, Slack, Skype, Zoom, etc., especially those used in your organization. Ensure you reply to messages on time. Your messages should be clear, concise, and in the right tone. Endeavor to proofread your messages before sending them.
Collaboration
Working remotely doesn't necessarily mean you're working alone. Most times, you'll be working on projects and tasks with your colleagues. How you work with others will affect the performance of your team. You need to get used to the popular project management apps like Slack, Asana, Trello, etc., so you can work on projects with your colleagues. Communication goes hand in hand with collaboration. Without proper communication, you will find it hard to work with your team members.
Technical Knowledge
Remote work relies on digital technology. So, you need to be tech-savvy. For example, you should know how to use software to accomplish set tasks, be familiar with office tools like Microsoft Word, and not have a problem uploading a document as a PDF.
Focus
Working outside the traditional office setting comes with many distractions, especially if you're working from home. Your ability to be focused on your current tasks despite these distractions will be crucial to your success as a remote worker.