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Jim Citrin Jim CitrinLeader, CEO Practice, Spencer Stuart; Board Director; Author, Leading at a DistancePublished Mar 23, 2021 Just 10 percent of employees worked remotely before the COVID-19 pandemic, but more than one-third (34 percent) will likely continue to work virtually once the pandemic is over, according to a recent survey of CHROs and talent leaders by my colleagues. Some organizations will lean even more heavily into remote working, with as much as65 percent of the workforce virtual. With remote and hybrid work arrangements here to stay, more teams are encountering the pitfalls — the tendency toward silos, spotty information-sharing, poor communication, stressed-out colleagues, unresolved conflicts and more. Casual conversations are less frequent, relationship bonds can be strained and context is often lost through email and other digital channels. Decision-making can be less transparent within a virtual team. All this can take a serious toll on morale, bog things down and affect team spirit and performance. In fact, new research from Microsoft and LinkedIn suggests that over half of workers are overworked and nearly 40 percent are exhausted. The antidote to these challenges is trustOur research shows that top-performing virtual teams report higher levels of trust than less-successful teams. Trust is the foundation and precondition for team success and it's even more important in a virtual and hybrid world. How can leaders enhance trust on their teams? Here are six tips (well seven if you would support our book launch by pre-ordering a copy of our forthcoming book, Leading at a Distance!)
Physical distance makes it harder for team members to find shared experiences that human beings use to help forge personal relationships that build trust. Leaders can promote trust in their virtual teams, but it takes time and focus. By committing to open, frequent and transparent communications, providing opportunities to build intimacy and personal knowledge, and displaying a willingness to talk about wins and mistakes, leaders can help create a trusting environment and a successful team. Learn more about Leading at a Distance! Leading at a Distance9,761 followers
Others also viewedExplore topicsWhich action is most likely to help build trust in a virtual team?Because virtual teams have a more difficult time building relationships than traditional teams, experts recommend starting each virtual meeting with social chat.
What are practical ways to build trust in interpersonal relationships within an organization?What are practical ways to build trust in interpersonal relationships within an organization? Keep team members informed by providing information on policies and giving accurate feedback. Be realistic about commitments and deliver quality work on time.
Which technique helps virtual teams remain energized while working toward their goals?Which technique helps virtual teams to remain energized while working toward their goals? make time for socializing during meetings.
Which of the following is a key feature of any team?Common goals
A chief characteristic of any successful team is that members place the common goal above individual interests.
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