The Long-Distance Leader, Revised Rules for Remarkable Remote and Hybrid Leadership With Wayne Turmel

As remote and hybrid work redefine the modern workplace, leadership must evolve to meet new challenges and opportunities. In this episode, Wayne Turmel, co-author of The Long-Distance Leader: Revised Rules for Remarkable Remote and Hybrid Leadership, shares invaluable insights on leading in this new era. Wayne explores how leadership has fundamentally changed, the unique challenges of asynchronous and hybrid environments, and what leaders can do to foster strong team cultures and productive collaboration. Packed with actionable advice, this conversation offers a roadmap for leaders and organizations navigating the complexities of remote and hybrid work. See the full agenda for L&D Next, which runs from March 3rd to 6th and register for free today at https://360learning.com/l-and-d-next/2025/ KEY TAKEAWAYS For many, leading long-distance is the new norm. Despite pushback, remote and hybrid working is here to stay. We need to move from monitoring activity to monitoring output. Get back to first principles. Some types of work are best done remotely, while other tasks are better done in the office. Build a strong culture – ensure remote workers work collaboratively and network internally.  Have good one to one conversations with remote workers and don’t leave them out of group discussions.  Remote workers need to actively demonstrate their value and seek out training and development opportunities. BEST MOMENTS “We are in the middle of the most seismic workplace change since the 1920s and 30s.” “What we do as leaders hasn't radically changed. How we do it has.” “Micromanagement never worked great, and it's actually impossible to do in the modern workplace.” “We need to move from monitoring activity to monitoring output.” Wayne Turmel Wayne Turmel is the co-author of The Long-Distance Leader and a recognized authority on leadership in remote and hybrid work environments. As co-founder of the Remote Leadership Institute, Wayne has dedicated his career to equipping leaders with the skills and strategies needed to thrive in distributed workplaces. With decades of experience in communication and leadership training, he has written multiple books on leadership, team collaboration, and professional development. Wayne is a sought-after speaker and podcast host, known for his practical advice and engaging storytelling that resonates with leaders across industries. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayneturmel Book and special offers: https://longdistanceworklife.com/long-distance-leader Kevin Eikenberry Group https://kevineikenberry.com VALUABLE RESOURCES The Learning And Development Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-learning-development-podcast/id1466927523 L&D Maturity Model: https://360learning.com/maturity-model/ L&D Master Class Series: https://360learning.com/blog/l-and-d-masterclass-home ABOUT THE HOST David James  David has been a People Development professional for more than 20 years, most notably as Director of Talent, Learning & OD for The Walt Disney Company across Europe, the Middle East & Africa.  As well as being the Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning, David is a prominent writer and speaker on topics around modern and digital L&D.  CONTACT METHOD  Twitter:  https://twitter.com/davidinlearning LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjameslinkedin L&D Maturity Model: https://360learning.com/maturity-model/ L&D Collective: https://360learning.com/the-l-and-d-collective Blog: https://360learning.com/blog L&D Master Class Series: https://360learning.com/blog/l-and-d-masterclass-home

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The Learning & Development Podcast is a fortnightly topical podcast show for L&D professionals hosted by David James and presented by 360Learning. In each episode David James discusses and debates topics affecting the profession alongside expert guests.  David is the Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning and a highly respected voice in the Learning & Development industry. With a focus on harnessing technology to drive impactful learning strategies, David is recognised as one of the top 10 global influencers in the L&D space. His expertise lies in helping organisations modernise their approach to workplace learning, ensuring measurable results and business alignment. The Learning & Development Podcast has amassed over 500,000 downloads and ranks in the top 1% of podcasts globally. With nearly 30,000 LinkedIn followers, David continues to shape the conversation around L&D innovation and best practices, drawing on his deep experience, including his time as Director of Learning, Talent & Organisational Development at The Walt Disney Company. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjameslinkedin/ Website: https://www.360learning.com/