In this session you will explore the various challenges associated with working with and leading virtual teams, which are becoming more and more commonplace in the modern working environment. You will cover strategies for fostering team unity, communicating effectively, and motivating your virtual team. You will also consider the role of technology and how to select the right medium of communication for the message.
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
• Recognize when a team becomes virtual
• Develop strategies for overcoming three common challenges
• Maintain motivation of virtual teams
• Overcome challenges in delivering feedback to virtual team members
Course content
• Advantages and challenges of virtual team management
• Fostering team unity
• Establishing a shared purpose and building trust
• Implementing effective communication
• Selection the best tool for communication
• Best practices for virtual meetings
• Enhancing team performance
• Strategies for motivating virtual teams
• Delivering feedback for maximum impact
