BAUU 2 - How To Lead a Virtual Team
Rick Yvanovich FCMA CGMA FCPA MSc CCMP CCMC CBC MCH PCC
Master Coach to High-Achievers, Leaders & Entrepreneurs | Entrepreneur | Speaker | Author | Empowering Balanced Fulfillment | Bridging Tech, Accounting & Human Performance
Edition 2 - How To Lead a Virtual Team
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Problem
How To Lead a Virtual Team
Leading a virtual team presents unique challenges unseen in traditional office settings.
It's a struggle to maintain engagement and manage productivity virtually.
The goalposts have been moved (they're still moving), and leaders often find themselves navigating uncharted territory.
This Business As UnUsual demands a reevaluation of team leadership to ensure team cohesion, motivation, and effectiveness remain high despite the absence of physical presence.
The question arises, "How do leaders adapt to guide their teams effectively in a virtual environment when traditional face-to-face interactions are not an option?"
TL;DR solution
Act and apply GUIDED FORWARD, an acronym for 13 keys to effective virtual team leadership.
GUIDED
G = Genuine Communication: Engaging with clarity and consistency, ensuring every team member feels heard and understood, enhancing overall communication within the team.
U = Understand and Empower: Empathize with team members' perspectives, empower them with trust, value their autonomy, and foster an environment where trust and transparency are paramount.
I = Inclusion and Engagement: Actively including every team member and maintaining engagement, fostering a strong sense of belonging, promoting engagement and participation from all team members.
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D = Digital Proficiency: Effectively leveraging technology for seamless collaboration and communication, optimizing virtual collaboration by establishing norms for virtual work.
E = Encourage Balance: Promoting a holistic balance between professional responsibilities and personal well-being, providing autonomy and flexibility to encourage work-life balance.
D = Dynamic Meeting Management: Emphasizing agile and purpose-driven meetings that are engaging and contribute effectively to the team's progress and goals, addressing the critical aspect of conducting productive meetings.
FORWARD
F = Follow-up Regularly: Consistently staying in touch and aware of team progress and challenges, akin to conducting regular check-ins to ensure everyone is aligned and informed.
O = Open Environment: Creating a culture where openness and feedback are encouraged and valued, supporting the creation of an environment that fosters constructive conflict and transparency.
R = Respect for Diversity: Valuing diverse perspectives and experiences within the team, fostering a sense of belonging and inclusivity.
W = Wealth of Well-being: Fostering a holistic sense of well-being, including physical health, mental wellness, and emotional fulfilment, supporting and recognizing your team beyond just professional achievements.
A = Adaptability: Being flexible and ready to adjust strategies to meet evolving needs, managing challenges and building resilience within the team.
R = Results-Oriented: Focusing on outcomes and goals, emphasizing efficiency and effectiveness, and setting clear goals and expectations for the team.
D = Development Focus: Committing to the continuous growth and development of team members, investing in professional development and encouraging personal and professional growth.
Try this
It's a wrap
That’s it for today, see you next week.
As always, be happy, healthy, and wealthy.
Rick
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1 年The world has definitely changed with the inclusion of working virtually. The pandemic has created a different set of challenges. However, solutions are available always available. My wife has worked virtually for ten years now. She trains groups of people and even enjoys the challenge. I like the term Business as Unusual. It’s catchy because it’s unique just like the challenge itself.