Leading Remote Projects and Virtual Teams
29mBeginner2020-07-17
Authors

Cyndi Snyder Dionisio
Author, Consultant, and Project Management Expert
Course details
Being able to manage remote projects and lead virtual teams has never been more important. The COVID-19 crisis has required business professionals to adapt to new digital workflows, communicating and collaborating virtually with clients and colleagues across the world. In this timely course, Cyndi Snyder Dionisio guides you through the unique aspects of remote project management, from engaging virtual teams to choosing the right technology and collaboration tools. Get tips for conducting effective remote meetings—even with attendees in different time zones—and overcoming the unique challenges associated with leading remote teams, including building rapport and alleviating burnout.
Skills covered
Remote WorkLeadership SkillsProfessional DevelopmentLeadership and ManagementOne-Off
Concepts
0. Introduction
- 01 - Introduction to remote project management
1. Remote and Virtual Projects Overview
- 02 - What is different about remote projects
- 03 - Pros and cons of virtual project teams
- 04 - Must-haves for remote projects
2. Engaging Remote Project Teams
- 05 - Managing expectations for virtual project teams
- 06 - Tips for structuring a project team
- 07 - Communicating with project team members virtually
3. Getting Project Work Done Virtually
- 08 - Collaboration tools for virtual project teams
- 09 - How to lead effective virtual project meetings
- 10 - Challenges and solutions with virtual teams
Conclusion
- 11 - Takeaways for remote project teams
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