JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Pandemic Proved That Remote Leadership Works.

  • Published In: Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2025. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Ashkenas, Ron 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the evolution of remote leadership in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, highlighting its potential benefits and challenges. It emphasizes that organizations can now hire leaders from diverse geographical locations, broadening the talent pool significantly. However, effective remote leadership requires new skills, such as building team cohesion and managing performance without physical presence. The article also notes that while many leaders prefer remote work, there are concerns about maintaining company culture and productivity, leading some organizations to mandate a return to the office. Ultimately, the piece advocates for the development of remote leadership skills to fully leverage this shift in workplace dynamics. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Harvard Business Review Digital Articles. 2025/03, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Economics
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:186276443
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