It is essential that organizational leaders understand the competitive, financial, and strategic advantages that can result from not only implementing self-managed virtual teams but also ensuring that they are effective, high-performing groups. What advantages and disadvantages do you see for leaders attempting to manage a virtual team consisting of employees around the globe? Please provide one advantage and one disadvantage.

Group conflict resolution is a critical process for maintaining harmony and productivity within organizations or social settings. Conflict within groups can arise from differences in goals, values, personalities, or communication styles. However, effectively managing and resolving these conflicts can lead to improved relationships, enhanced creativity, and better decision-making outcomes. One approach to resolving group conflict is negotiation, where parties involved in the conflict engage in discussions to find mutually acceptable solutions. Collaboration involves actively working together to address the underlying issues and find win-win solutions that satisfy all parties. Additionally, compromise may be necessary, where each party gives up some of their demands to reach a resolution. Alternatively, accommodation involves one party yielding to the other's demands, often to preserve relationships or maintain peace. Finally, when conflicts escalate or become unmanageable, mediation or…

In working with teams, Liebler & McConnell (2021) have identified the "coaster" as a problem in working with committees and teams.  This individual "contributes minimally to the team's work, if at all, but stands to share the credit when the team, carried forward by its productive members, registers successes" . What are some effective strategies to deal with these types of individuals?

How can managers effectively lead remote teams and promote productivity, collaboration, and employee well-being in a virtual work environment?