How Remote Workers Can Counteract Proximity Bias in Promotions

Proximity bias — the tendency for managers to favor workers they see in person — is a hidden threat to remote careers. In this episode, Lucas and Luna dig into the data: a 2022 Microsoft study found that remote workers had 30% fewer mentorship mentions, and a recent Gartner survey showed that 48% of hybrid managers admit they're more likely to promote someone they see regularly. They break down why this bias persists even in 'remote-first' companies, and walk through three concrete tactics workers can use to counteract it — from strategic 'visibility spikes' to building a written paper trail of accomplishments. No fluff, just the specific behaviors that signal value without requiring face time. #RemoteWork #ProximityBias #CareerGrowth #Promotions #HybridWork #VisibilityAtWork #ManagerBias #RemoteCareer #WorkFromHome #CorporateCulture #HR #TalentManagement #MicrosoftStudy #Gartner #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #Careers #Leadership Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo