{"id":4266,"date":"2016-02-04T10:19:31","date_gmt":"2016-02-04T17:19:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.meetingone.eu\/eu-en\/?p=4266"},"modified":"2018-12-04T10:36:27","modified_gmt":"2018-12-04T17:36:27","slug":"building-bridges-with-virtual-teams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.meetingone.com\/eu-en\/blog\/building-bridges-with-virtual-teams\/","title":{"rendered":"Building Bridges with Virtual Teams"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Triangle-Truss\"<\/a>Building bridges with virtual teams is often hard, as the virtual distance can be a barrier to relationships.\u00a0 To overcome the distance as a leader, we suggest you learn how to build trust bridges.\u00a0 A trust bridge, similar to a truss bridge<\/a><\/span><\/strong> \u2013 a bridge composed of connected elements forming triangular units, makes good use of little material to remain sturdy and durable.\u00a0 Trust itself is the material that can bridge any relationship.<\/p>\n

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Yet, trust cannot stand on its own.\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Each end of a trust bridge must be laid on a firm foundation.<\/span><\/h4>\n

If you face the obstacle of virtual distance, read on to learn how to construct strong foundations for trust.<\/span><\/h4>\n

The Foundations of a Trust Bridge<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

Every bridge is grounded by two abutments<\/a><\/span><\/strong>, or a foundation made of solid materials to hold up a bridge\u2019s end.\u00a0 Trust bridges are no different.\u00a0 They require two abutments to \u201cprovide [the] vertical and lateral support\u201d necessary for developing relationships.\u00a0 The two essential abutments of a trust bridge are\u00a0the Communication Abutment & the Emotion Abutment.<\/p>\n

\"Holding-up-bridge\"<\/a>The Communication Abutment<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

The Communication Abutment is the foundation for your trust bridge where you establish a point of relation with virtual teams through constant communication of business\u2019 goals.\u00a0 Constant communication is a basic requirement for good relationships with virtual teams. \u00a0When virtual teams are spread throughout the country or world, successfully managing them requires you consistently communicate each persons\u2019 role in the achievement of a business\u2019 progress.\u00a0 Constantly reiterating business purpose in a personalized way will help your employees recognize your understanding of business direction, which will lead them to trust you.<\/p>\n

The Emotion Abutment<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Your trust bridge also depends upon an Emotion Abutment, the foundation where you create a strong emotional basis with your virtual teams. \u00a0As with constant communication, making emotional connections is a crucial base for healthy relations with virtual teams.\u00a0 We all know non-verbal communication is just as important in conversations as the verbal aspect, so to retain the authenticity of strong, Face-to-Face communication, you need to emotionally connect with your virtual team members.\u00a0 Creating a connection can be as simple as giving praise or encouragement, but it may require you take the time to empathize with a struggling team member.\u00a0 Even virtual distance can\u2019t block the trust you will gain when you lay a strong emotional foundation.<\/p>\n

Emotional connections and constant communication are the necessary abutments for building trust with your virtual teams.\u00a0 Your virtual teams will recognize your commitment to them, and in turn, they will be more willing to trust you<\/strong>.\u00a0 With these two foundations in place, your trust bridge is set. \u00a0Using this bridge, you can expect to have better collaboration<\/a>, more effective meetings<\/a>,<\/span><\/strong> and strengthened group strategizing<\/a><\/span><\/strong> with your virtual teams.<\/p>\n

Build a Bridge with your Virtual Teams!<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

For a detailed conversation on the challenges facing virtual management, watch our webinar,<\/span><\/span> “Bridge the Distance: Addressing Challenges of Virtual Teams<\/a>.\u201d<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

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\"Help<\/a><\/p>\n

For more ideas on how to improve relationships with virtual teams, check out our eBook, “Bridge the Distance: Five Ways to Help Your Virtual Team Thrive<\/a><\/span>.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Building bridges with virtual teams is often hard, as the virtual distance can be a barrier to relationships.\u00a0 To overcome the distance as a leader, we suggest you learn how to build trust bridges.\u00a0 A trust bridge, similar to a truss bridge \u2013 a bridge composed of connected elements forming triangular units, makes good use […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,4],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nBuilding Bridges with Virtual Teams - MeetingOne UK<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"It can be difficult to build relationships with virtual teams. \u00a0Establishing trust is the key. \u00a0Check out ideas for bridging the virtual distance.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.meetingone.com\/blog\/building-bridges-with-virtual-teams\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Building Bridges with Virtual Teams - 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