Happy Thursday Emerging Leaders !
Consider the following podcast by Heather Polivka - Leading Hybrid & Remote Teams: https://www.imanet.org/podcast/153.
Teams' working styles have seen a significant change in the twenty-first century, with remote and hybrid arrangements becoming more common. This trend has been accelerated by the COVID-19 epidemic, technological advancements, and shifting employee choices. Managing remote and hybrid teams presents challenges in terms of coordination, communication, and upholding a consistent company culture. However, it also provides advantages like enhanced work-life balance and access to a worldwide talent pool. Modern firms that want to succeed in the changing nature of the workplace must discuss strategies and best practices for dealing with these dynamics.
A throwback on my first assignment as a regional controller I recall the initial six months of exhilarating challenges. Balancing remote communication with my team members and meticulously planning travel to visit our diverse sites became a crucial strategy. Reflecting back, I can attest that the continuous visits and consistent communication utilising the new technology tools forged a strong bond within the team.
We Would love to hear from you What are the challenges that you are facing and how do you effectively navigate those challenges and harness the opportunities presented by remote and hybrid team management?
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Thank you
Moataz Gad CMA,MBA, MSc, CMBE
Associate Dean, IMA Leadership Academy
Senior Lecturer & Programme Leader - Accounting & Finance
Bristol Business School
University of the West of England
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