Long Distance Leader: Skill Development for a Remote Workplace
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“Lead people as if they were human...because they are." - James Rousseau, Sr.
Remember when you thought remote work was temporary, Zoom meetings were a novelty, and you were planning a ‘return to the office’ strategy for your team? Now, years later, leading a remote (or hybrid) team is your new normal. Has this shift impacted your effectiveness as a leader? Now that you are no longer in crisis mode, do you aspire to learn new skills to lead with confidence? The challenges of remote work persist: lack of face-to-face supervision, building relationships, preventing isolation, minimizing distractions, choosing communication tools, and managing burnout. This session will help you build skills to lead with confidence wherever you are.
Attendees will:
Explore four effective remote leadership styles and why they work
Identify qualities that can make you stand out – especially from a distance
Review tips and resources for coaching your team effectively
Discuss how to focus on outcomes vs. activity
Practice getting to the root of problems with intentional questions
Recognize the signs of burnout, what causes it, and how to avoid it