A timely and hands-on resource informed by lessons learned from Fortune 500 CEOs and executives
Leading at a Distance provides executives with the necessary skills to successfully lead in the
new virtual workplace backed by the research and expertise of global leadership firm Spencer
Stuart. Although working remotely is not new the global pandemic has placed virtual work at
the center of everyday life. And it has thrust workforce strategies to the core of business
operations globally. As the shift towards large-scale virtual work continues to grow and become
a permanent fixture--by some estimates 30% of the workforce will be working virtually -
leaders must understand how to build virtual work environments that foster connected engaged
and high-performing teams. Although some forward-thinking companies and not-for-profit
organizations have made significant investments in technology and virtual collaboration many
others have simply joined the Zoom culture without fully appreciating what it takes to operate
effectively at a distance on a sustained basis. Leading at a Distance is a timely
research-based and highly practical guide for developing and implementing strategies for
conducting high-impact virtual work building trust and enhancing team unity. Designed to help
leaders shape organizational culture remotely this must-have resource demonstrates how to
conduct virtual onboarding for senior leaders build top teams from a distance manage
accountability in the new virtual environment and much more. A hands-on toolkit filled with
compelling examples expert insights and invaluable advice this book: * Provides clear
guidance on establishing effective leadership in the virtual workplace * Offers practical
approaches for establishing strong relationships increasing employee engagement and coaching
from a distance * Addresses ways to keep geographically dispersed team members aligned and
accountable * Illustrates creative ideas for boosting team morale * Features an overview of the
unique challenges facing leaders in the virtual workplace * Discusses often-overlooked topics
such as virtual hiring and onboarding Leveraging the authors' in-depth research and consulting
experience Leading at a Distance is required reading for anyone needing to adapt to a virtual
way of working and develop their virtual leadership skills to maximize organizational
effectiveness and performance.
