Leading from anywhere

The Essential Guide to Managing Remote Teams

by David Burkus

The research shows that employees are more productive and engaged when they have the freedom to work from anywhere. Which means leaders need the skills to lead from anywhere.

In his meticulously researched, refreshingly practical talk Dorie Clark and David Burkus – Leading from Anywhere – YouTube top business thought leader David Burkus provides managers with a complete guide to leading remotely, packed with everyday examples and illuminating insights.

It’s undeniable that we’re entering a new era of remote work. While many leaders seek to run business as usual, why settle for the usual when remote teams allow us to work even better? The research shows that employees are more productive and engaged when they have the freedom to work from anywhere.

Burkus tackles the key inflection points and challenges that remote managers face from taking the team remote and adding new members, to communicating effectively and quickly, managing performance, keeping the team engaged, and even helping them strike the right balance between work and life. Building culture remotely, tracking productivity, communicating speedily, and avoiding burnout are all covered.

Leading from Anywhere provides everything you’ll need to survive and thrive as the leader of a remote team—which is something all leaders will need to consider themselves from now on.

Key Takeaways:

1. How to build culture on a remote team?
2. How to build bonds from afar and increase engagement remotely?
3. How to help your team limit distractions and avoid burnout when working from home?