Career Acceleration Plan (CAP)
C-Suite Accelerator Program
Excelling as a Remote Leader
Excelling as a remote leader demands a distinct repertoire of skills and strategies to adeptly navigate the intricate challenges inherent in leading a distributed team. This comprehensive CAP will delve into the essential skills necessary to surpass expectations and effectively lead an engaged remote workforce. From mastering the art of clear and compelling virtual communication to fostering trust, leveraging technology, and cultivating a positive remote work culture, this CAP aims to equip leaders with the insights and practices needed to excel in the realm of remote leadership.
"Remote leadership is not about distance; it's about connection. It's about inspiring, guiding, and empowering your team to thrive in a virtual environment. It requires effective communication, trust-building, and leveraging technology to foster collaboration and drive results. Ultimately, remote leadership is about leading with empathy, adaptability, and a shared vision that transcends physical boundaries."
Expected Outcomes
By the end of this CAP, you will be able to...
Describe the key differences between working in-person, hybrid, remote
Identify ways to ensure a remote workforce is fully engaged
Determine if you have conscious or unconscious bias related to a remote workforce
List a number of leadership techniques to ensure that you are an effective remote leader.
This CAP is for you if...
You lead a remote or hybrid team (either direct reports or indirectly as in a project team)
You are taking on a new role leading a remote or hybrid team
Growth & Learning
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Put Into Practice
It’s time to put what you learned into real-world practice. Here are a few steps you can take.
Check your proximity bias
Reflect on the importance of overcoming proximity bias to create a more inclusive and productive work environment. Use the following worksheet to reflect and implement recommended strategies today.
Assess your remote leadership effectiveness
Assess your leadership effectiveness in managing a remote team to identify areas of improvements and become a better leader.
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