Leadership and Organizational Culture in Hybrid Work Organizations: Remote by Design

Leadership and Organizational Culture in Hybrid Work Organization provides a comprehensive, evidence-based exploration of the challenges faced by organizations in leading remote and hybrid teams. With the shift toward flexible work arrangements accelerating, this book addresses the pressing need for leaders to adapt their approaches to sustain engagement, foster organizational commitment, and ensure effective knowledge transfer among virtual teams. Drawing on a study of over 3,200 respondents across Europe, North America, and Asia, this book presents empirical insights into the organizational culture dimensions, leadership strategies, and leadership competencies essential for thriving in a virtual work landscape. Grounded in the Denison Organizational Culture Model and Denison Leadership Development model, and extended with four leadership competencies crucial in leading dispersed teams, it identifies the key factors that shape a cohesive, high-performance culture and leadership in hybrid work organizations. Aimed at researchers, academics, and advanced students, this research book offers valuable strategies for enhancing employee engagement, commitment and knowledge transfer while tackling the complexities of remote team dynamics. Through its practical recommendations and data-driven conclusions, it will also be of interest to professionals and managers seeking tools to effectively lead remote teams, driving organizational success in the dgtl age.

About the Author

Karolina Oleksa-Marewska is an Assistant Professor at WSB Merito University in Poznań, Poland.

Joanna Tokar is a Teaching Professor at Humanitas University in Sosnowiec, Poland.

Daniel Denison is a Professor Emeritus of Management and Organization at IMD Business School in Lausanne, Switzerland.