How do the leader responsibilities differ from virtual to face-to-face meetings?​

Virtual meetings are one of the latest innovations in small group management.Members are in diverse sites,have specific expertise,and rarely meet in person.Many companies,especially multinationals,use virtual meetings frequently.Certain strategies work best when managing virtual teams.Leaders should: Select team members carefully based on self-motivation,self-reliance,creativity,adaptability,and expertise.Avoid micromanagement but provide structure,clear goals,ground rules,and performance criteria.Provide detailed training,trust-building exercises,and training in information and communication technologies.Encourage regular and extensive communication (including an initial team-building session,face to face if possible)to boost morale,build trust,share information and resources,and share responsibility.Resist using the authoritarian leadership style,which underestimates shared leadership capabilities and can jeopardize team performance.
Face-to-face meetings require leaders who are responsible for specific tasks: Inform everyone about when and where meetings will occur and provide an agenda.Select a place for the meeting that is conducive to effective discussion.Check the facilities ahead of time to confirm everything needed is in place.Welcome people as they arrive.Start and end meetings on time.Preview and stick to the agenda.Make sure that the secretary or recorder is present to take minutes.Encourage discussion from all members.  Ask questions skillfully (with many question types)and do not get sidetracked.Listen carefully to all comments,even if you do not agree with the speaker.Summarize main points and decisions as the discussion proceeds and at the end.Perform other necessary task and maintenance functions.Thank participants and the audience (if any).
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