In the aftermath of a sharp decline, finding and fostering strong leadership within an organization is vital to its overall success. But how do you go about finding those leaders that can foster progress and sustain success?
Fortunately, adapting and turning negative times into opportunities has become easier through video-free methods of team-building and staff recognition in highly innovative working environments. Through these tools, businesses can bring together colleagues from across the globe to collaborate and work together in new, creative ways.
One popular technology, video conferencing, allows for team members to join together in a virtual conference and complete tasks, just as they would in the physical world. However, in the absence of video-free representation, the learning community as a whole may be at a disadvantage.
Without the ability to watch and learn from each other in a respectful and productive way, organizations are likely to fail in their efforts to identify and nurture the kind of leadership needed to replace the vacuum created by the drop in attendance or activity.
On the other hand, virtual methods can actually enhance the ability to recognize those who have made a meaningful impact, as well as those who have shown exceptional aptitude. By searching for and recognizing accomplishments made by employees regardless of their location, a manager can build an effective team of highly motivated individuals and take collective ownership of the mission.
Through timely communications, in-person evaluations, and methods of assessment that evaluate teamwork from all involved, managers and teams can focus on identifying what idea leader to seek out and elevate.
At the same time, developing relationships between leaders and those they lead takes more than just identifying talents. It’s about connecting personalities and identifying through communication and understanding the individual differences which brings out the best in a team.
Finding the right leader and keeping a successful team operating is no easy feat in a video-free environment. There are elements of success that are harder to find or foster when engaging with coworkers through desktops, tablets, or phones, but the potential to come out triumphant is still there and the effects of digital technology can be a great part of the journey.
Whether forming teams virtually or in person, having individual leadership skills on hand and understanding how teams interact is essential for helping to shape positive results. Through methods of recognition, be they digital or in person, and acknowledging the right people for the right reasons, companies can navigate through any downturns to seek, nurture, and even produce strong leaders to continue on the road to success.