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Working with a subordinate team in another time zone requires adherence to several important norms for effective collaboration:

• Respect working hours: Do not expect an immediate response outside the team's working hours in their time zone.

• Scheduling meetings: Choose a time for joint meetings that is convenient for both parties, for example, overlapping working hours.

• Asynchronous communication: Use tools for exchanging messages and documents so that immediate responses are not required.

• Clear documentation: Keep documentation up-to-date and understandable so that the team can work independently.

• Regular synchronizations: Organize regular meetings to coordinate tasks and status, considering the time zones.

• Culture of respect: Promote understanding and respect for the peculiarities of working in different time zones.

Example: if your team is in Moscow (UTC+3) and the subordinate team is in San Francisco (UTC-7), it is best to plan meetings between 17:00 and 19:00 Moscow time, which corresponds to 7:00–9:00 San Francisco time — the start of their workday and the end of yours.