Personal and Business Competencies / Business Skills

The role and responsibility of the leader in managing a remote team

Managing remote teams has become an essential part of today's work environment. Performing remote work requires managers to adopt a new approach and adjust their management style. The workshop was created in response to the real needs of managers and focuses on the practical aspects of leading distributed teams. The training program was developed by EITT experts on the basis of experience and analysis of the needs of modern leaders.

Issues

Specifics of managing a distributed team
Tools for effective remote communication
Methodology for conducting online meetings
Techniques for building commitment in a remote team
Management by objectives and results
Organizing the work of a distributed team
Motivating remote workers
Building an online team culture
Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of remote work
Virtual team integration
Principles of effective remote collaboration
Tools for managing distributed work

This training is part of the path:

First Time Manager

Benefits

There is a significant increase in efficiency in managing a distributed team by learning proven remote work tools and techniques
The ability to effectively plan and organize the work of a team in a virtual environment is developed
A set of practical solutions for daily remote team management is developed
Effectiveness in building and maintaining the commitment of team members working remotely is increased
There is a strengthening of competence in remote communication and conducting effective online meetings
An individual plan for implementing the learned solutions into daily management practice is created

Who is this training for?

Directors of divisions and departments

Team leaders

Middle and senior level managers

Project team leaders

Coordinators of distributed teams

Those preparing to take on the role of remote team leader

Specialists in managing distributed teams

Project managers running projects in a remote environment

Prerequisites

Experience in managing a team
Basic knowledge of remote communication tools
Willingness to implement new management solutions
Openness to change the current management style

Training program

Control of working time vs control of results (change in management style - from management by processes to management by results)
Elements a team needs to operate effectively remotely

Ways to remotely manage a team: rhythm of the day and week - Meetings - 1:1 contacts - Tasks - Integration - Expectations from employees.
Contracting work rules:

Expectations, method of communication, conduct of meetings their frequency, availability
Preparation of communication to the team - discussion of structure, rules, important elements, first practice
Summary of the 1st session and invitation to the task:

Post-session task: prepare communication to the team according to the structure learned
Individual Action Plan

Delivery Methods

Online

Convenience of participating from anywhere
Interactive live sessions with trainer
Materials available for 30 days
No travel costs

On-site

Direct contact with trainer and group
Intensive hands-on workshops
Networking with other participants
Full focus on learning

Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites for this training?

For The role and responsibility of the leader in managing a remote team we recommend: Experience in managing a team; Basic knowledge of remote communication tools; Willingness to implement new management solutions.

What is the format and duration of this training?

The training lasts 2 days and is available in online and on-site format. Sessions run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We can also customize the schedule to fit your team's needs.

Who is this training designed for?

This training is designed for: Directors of divisions and departments; Team leaders; Middle and senior level managers.