Five Critical Elements of an Effective Virtual Leadership Program.pptx

Five Critical Elements of
an Effective Virtual
Leadership Program

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Objectives
• Recognize five critical leadership
strategies to succeed in virtual
environments
• Adopt four key practices to humanize the
virtual workplace
• Increase your virtual presence and ability
engage your remote team
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Challenges
What challenges do virtual leaders face when
leading remote and hybrid teams?
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Five Strategies
Provide Operational Structure
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Emphasize Clear Communication
Use Technology Well
Motivate High Performance
Humanize the Work Environment

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Operational Structure Includes
• Clear Goals and Priorities
• Scheduled Meetings and Check-
in Conversations
• Delegating Process
• Ongoing Feedback (Positive and
Constructive)
• Resources and Connections

Meetings
When is it important to hold a
virtual meeting?
What are alternatives to
holding a virtual meeting?

Delegating Process
Task Summary and Description
Authority Level
Priority
Start and End Dates
Resources and Constraints
Background Information
Progress Reporting System
Check-in Dates

Positive and Constructive Feedback

Balanced Feedback
In the virtual environment, what is the best balance between positive
and constructive feedback?

Balanced Feedback
Jack Zenger and Joseph Folkman
Harvard Business Review

Positive Feedback
“Only positive feedback can motivate people
to continue doing what they’re doing well,
and do it with more vigor, determination, and
creativity.”
Jack Zenger and Joseph Folkman
Harvard Business Review

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Clear Communication
Why is clear communication so important to successful virtual leadership?
How can the virtual leader ensure transparency in the virtual work environment?

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Use Technology Well

Technology Uses
• Meeting and Training Platforms
• Discussion and Communication
• Collaborating on Tasks
• Tracking Activity
• Monitoring Performance
• Planning Projects
• Documenting Performance
• Celebration and Acknowledgement
What technology
(software) platforms
does your
organization use?

Favorite Technology Application
What is your favorite technology application in
the virtual workplace? Why is it your favorite?

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Use Technology Well

How does the skilled virtual
leader motivate high
performance?

• Adopt a collaborative leadership style
• Give people the chance to identify and solve meaningful problems
• Create a culture that values creativity and experimentation
• Encourage collaboration and teamwork
• Build trusting relationships
• Recognize and celebrate results

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What does it mean to you to humanize the virtual work environment?

Humanizing the Work Environment
• Establish strong virtual presence
• Build rapport with every individual
• Increase social connection with the team
• Bring empathy and compassion to every conversation
• Honor differing perspectives
• Create a culture that allows people to thrive

Four Humanizing Practices
Principle
Nobody wants to be a
nameless, faceless cog in
an organizational machine.
Practice
Get to know each person on
your team (their family; wants
and needs; what motivates
them each day; what they
aspire to do or become).

Principle
People want to feel that they
are valuable and that their
work matters.
Practice
Each week, notice and
appreciate at least one
contribution by each employee.

Principle
People hate criticism but they
love development.
Practice
Give feedback that nurtures
and supports individual
development.

Principle
People love to share their
experience and their expertise.
Practice
Ask for their insights and advice
before making decisions.

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Use Technology Well

Plan for Action
What action will you take as
a result of participating in
today’s session?

Thank you!
Cynthia Clay
NetSpeed Learning
206-517-5271
info@netspeedlearning.com

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