E-leadership and management of remote teams
Azizian Jahromi, Forough (2024)
2024
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2024052917638
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2024052917638
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The rapid shift towards remote work, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has necessitated a transformation from traditional leadership to e-leadership.
This thesis explores the evolving field of e-leadership and its application in effectively managing remote teams on a global scale. It aims to bridge the gap between e-leadership theory and practice by examining the strategies, practices, and challenges of leadership in the digital age. The study focuses on addressing key aspects of e-leadership, including communication challenges within remote teams, the impact of leadership styles on e-leadership effectiveness, and trust-building practices employed by e-leaders.
Through a qualitative research design involving semi-structured in-depth interviews with experienced team leaders from Company X, the thesis gathers insights into how e-leaders navigate the complexities of managing virtual teams. The author exclusively examined team leaders, under the premise that managerial influence primarily drives organizational change.
The findings highlight the importance of proactive communication strategies, adaptable leadership styles, and intentional trust-building efforts in overcoming the challenges posed by remote work environments. The thesis offers practical recommendations for e-leaders to enhance team dynamics, productivity, and employee satisfaction in the context of the commissioning company.
By contributing to the understanding of e-leadership in the digital era, this research provides valuable insights for leaders, HR professionals, and organizations seeking to optimize their remote team management practices. The knowledge gained can guide future research and leadership development initiatives, enabling organizations to thrive in an increasingly virtual business landscape.
This thesis explores the evolving field of e-leadership and its application in effectively managing remote teams on a global scale. It aims to bridge the gap between e-leadership theory and practice by examining the strategies, practices, and challenges of leadership in the digital age. The study focuses on addressing key aspects of e-leadership, including communication challenges within remote teams, the impact of leadership styles on e-leadership effectiveness, and trust-building practices employed by e-leaders.
Through a qualitative research design involving semi-structured in-depth interviews with experienced team leaders from Company X, the thesis gathers insights into how e-leaders navigate the complexities of managing virtual teams. The author exclusively examined team leaders, under the premise that managerial influence primarily drives organizational change.
The findings highlight the importance of proactive communication strategies, adaptable leadership styles, and intentional trust-building efforts in overcoming the challenges posed by remote work environments. The thesis offers practical recommendations for e-leaders to enhance team dynamics, productivity, and employee satisfaction in the context of the commissioning company.
By contributing to the understanding of e-leadership in the digital era, this research provides valuable insights for leaders, HR professionals, and organizations seeking to optimize their remote team management practices. The knowledge gained can guide future research and leadership development initiatives, enabling organizations to thrive in an increasingly virtual business landscape.