‘Distant but close’: Proximal leadership in a physically distant world
A Lead Creatively: Discussion Series event
The recent pandemic has posed a series of challenges for organisational leaders and the sudden shift to remote working has been an important one. As the ‘work-from-home’ trend is likely to continue post COVID-19, managers and employees need to be able to navigate the intricacies of a digital workplace, establish new work routines and sustain high levels of performance.
How can leaders remain close to their teams when they can only rely on online channels? How can they inspire and motivate their people from afar, help them manage stress and remain focused to their tasks?
These are some of the issues Professor Olga Epitropaki, Professor of Management, Director of Research (Management & Marketing), Durham University Business School, will discuss in her talk. She will specifically focus on the concept of leader distance (physical and psychological), present relevant research and discuss possible ways for leaders to retain proximity in physically distant conditions.
The event is addressed to c-suite & upper level executives and will be conducted in Greek.
