The Introvert Leader
How to Lead Remote Teams the Right Way
Aug 27, 2025
Austin Hopkins
Managing remote employees is not the same as managing in-person. Treat them the same and you will fail them and yourself.
In this episode I share my first experience managing a fully remote teammate, what it really feels like to work remotely, the biggest mistakes leaders make, and the exact strategies I used to build a high-performing and connected team across states.
Whether you lead a hybrid team or fully remote, this will give you the confidence and tools to do it right.
Timestamps
- 0:55 - Story: Hiring and leading my first remote teammate
- 4:10 - What it feels like to be a remote employee
- 6:52 - Biggest mistakes managers make with remote teams
- 11:15 - Strategies for managing remote teams effectively
- 24:56 - Challenge for listeners
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