Episode 74: Hybrid Work Solutions: 5 Leadership Strategies That Deliver

What does it really take to succeed in leading hybrid teams? In this episode of the HRDQ-U In Review Podcast, host Sarah welcomes leadership expert Wayne Turmel to follow up on his webinar, Hybrid Work Solutions: 5 Leadership Strategies That Deliver. With over 20 years of experience in virtual communication and remote leadership, Wayne uncovers the real strategies behind successful hybrid work solutions – not just policies and platforms.

 

He outlines five key strategies that help organizations adapt with purpose: from rethinking how work is designed to focusing on outcomes rather than activity, and from reimagining office space to building intentional leadership habits. This episode is packed with straightforward, practical insight for leading teams in a hybrid world – whether you're fully remote, fully in-person, or somewhere in between.

Chapters & Time Stamps

00:00 – Introduction 00:32 – Wayne’s Background 02:00 – 5 Leadership Strategies for Hybrid Work Solutions 06:19 – Why Metrics Matter 09:41 – What Is Intentional Leadership? 12:40 – Building Trust Across Teams 14:46 – Balancing Flexibility and Accountability 17:04 – Warning Signs of a Disengaged Team 19:25 – Where to Start with Hybrid Structure 21:25 – Where to Learn More

Action Items

• Watch the full webinar replay on HRDQ-U for more insights.
• Reflect on your metrics: Are your team’s performance measures focused on activity or actual outcomes? Adjust where needed.
• Start leading with intention: Before every team interaction, ask yourself, “What’s the purpose of this?”
• Audit your 1:1s: Make sure you're not just checking boxes – create space for employee voices and feedback.
• Evaluate your hybrid setup: Do your office spaces and tech tools actually support collaboration and focus?
• Stay connected: Visit kevineikenberry.com and connect with Wayne on LinkedIn to learn more about leading hybrid teams.

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