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The New Rules of Leadership in a Remote World

The key strategies for managing virtual teams and unlocking their full potential.

Marshall Hargrave
4 min readNov 25, 2024

The world of work has undergone a seismic shift in recent years.

With the rise of remote and hybrid arrangements, more and more teams are collaborating and communicating across digital distances.

This new reality presents both challenges and opportunities for leaders…

…On one hand, remote work can boost productivity, flexibility, and access to talent.

…On the other hand, it can also create feelings of isolation, disconnection, and disengagement if not managed effectively.

As a remote work leader…

…your role is to adapt your approach to foster a sense of connection, alignment, and high performance in your virtual team.

Here are some key strategies to help you do just that:

Over-communicate with intention

In a remote setting, the casual hallway conversations and impromptu check-ins that build rapport and keep everyone on the same page are no longer a given. It’s up to you as a leader to fill that void with intentional, proactive communication.

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Marshall Hargrave
Marshall Hargrave

Written by Marshall Hargrave

Serial entrepreneur. Finance, startups, investing. Catalyst-focused, event-driven. Hip-hop vigilante. On the quest for the best hot chicken.

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