Als neue Führungskraft eines Remote-Teams hängt der Aufbau von Vertrauen von Ihrer Fähigkeit ab, Kontakte zu knüpfen und klare Erwartungen zu formulieren. Hier sind die wichtigsten Strategien, die Sie in Betracht ziehen sollten:
- Kommunizieren Sie häufig und transparent, um sicherzustellen, dass alle informiert und auf dem gleichen Stand sind.
- Planen Sie regelmäßige virtuelle Einzelgespräche, um Unterstützung zu bieten und individuelle Herausforderungen zu verstehen.
- Demonstrieren Sie Zuverlässigkeit, indem Sie Verpflichtungen einhalten und die Beiträge der Teammitglieder anerkennen.
Wie haben Sie Vertrauen zu Remote-Teams aufgebaut? Teilen Sie Ihre Erfahrungen.
If you are a new leader joining an already established remote team then you need to take a step back and understand that the team likely know how to work better in this environment than you therefore Stop, Look and Listen! Then listen some more, and continue listening. Once you have firmly understood the position, earned the team’s trust and shown why you were selected for the role you can start to gradually implement any necessary changes and improvements that you were hired for.
Communicate well. Start by having a listen first attitude. In fact, listen more than you talk in the beginning. Ask powerful questions, check for understanding and communicate that outcome is the important factor vs. output. Don't micromanage and don't be a barrier to execution. Be available, be helpful but don't be overbearing or check up unless someone's behavior has made it necessary. Likely, it won't be necessary.
As you step into your role as a remote team leader, the foundation of your success lies in building trust and creating meaningful connections with your team. Start by keeping communication open and transparent—make it a habit to share updates regularly, so everyone feels included and informed. And, of course, trust is built through reliability. When you make a commitment, follow through on it. Your team will appreciate knowing they can count on you, and don’t forget to acknowledge their hard work along the way. A little recognition can go a long way in making your team feel valued and motivated.
Trust is earned. Your employees need to feel that you are capable of doing what you say you will do and that you have their interest and care in mind. Here are few actions that will help you earn trust: - Call out your intent in conversations. - Listen more than you speak. - Care for their well-being both personally and professionally. - Believe in them and support them when they make mistakes. - Walk your talk. For a full list of behaviors I highly suggest reading "The Speed Of Trust" by Stephen M.R Covey.
Building trust with a remote team starts with transparency and consistency. As a new leader, make an effort to understand each team member’s role and challenges. Communicate openly and frequently, sharing your vision and decisions. Show empathy by actively listening and responding to their needs. Regular check-ins and feedback sessions can help you stay connected and address concerns promptly. Demonstrating reliability and support will build confidence and foster a strong, trusting relationship with your remote team.