Building Connection and Engagement in Virtual Teams

Organizational psychologist Erin Shrimpton teaches line managers how to support their virtual teams by applying principles of coaching and organizational psychology.

Introduction

• Building connection and engagement in virtual teams

1. The Building Blocks for Leading Your Virtual Team

• Rethinking engagement in the virtual workplace
• Rethinking connection in the virtual workplace
• Psychological safety: The key ingredient for connection and engagement

2. Focus on the Individual

• Lead by coaching
• Job crafting
• Manage boundaries
• The psychological contract

3. Focus on the Team

• Lead with intention
• Build belonging cues
• Reconnect to the wider organization
• Set your team on a mission

Conclusion

• Look after yourself to look after your team