What are the most effective leadership styles in remote teams?

[david]

With so many teams working remotely now, I’m curious about which leadership approaches work best to keep everyone motivated and productive. Any experiences or tips?

 

[MatthewRup]

The most effective leadership styles in remote teams are transformational and servant leadership. Transformational leaders inspire trust, autonomy, and vision, while servant leaders prioritize empathy, communication, and team well-being—both fostering engagement, accountability, and collaboration despite physical distance.

 

[celia]

Servant and transformational leadership tend to work best for remote teams because they focus on trust, support, and clear communication. From what I’ve seen, leaders who stay present without micromanaging keep everyone motivated and productive.