The hybrid workplace: Leadership skills for the new normal

28 Sep 2026
12:00pm - 01:00pm
FREE
Online

This masterclass explores how organisations are adapting to hybrid work and what today's leaders need to succeed in increasingly flexible workspaces.

Hybrid has transformed the way organisations operate, leading remote and in-person teams takes more than simply managing where people work. It requires new ways of building trust, supporting performance and building connected, more engaged teams.

Discover research-backed strategies for leading distributed teams, mentoring emerging leaders, and overcoming common leadership challenges in hybrid environments. Whether you're already leading a team or aspiring to move into management, you'll gain practical insights you can apply to today's workplace.

What to expect

In this masterclass, you'll explore:

How hybrid work is reshaping leadership and workplace culture
Research-backed strategies for leading engaged and high-performing hybrid teams
How to support and mentor emerging leaders in flexible environments
Common leadership challenges, including managing bias and maintaining team connection
How RMIT's postgraduate management programs can help you develop skills you need to lead with confidence in a changing world

Join Dr. Melissa A. Wheeler on Monday 28 September to discover how effective leaders are navigating the challenges of hybrid work.

Speakers

Dr. Melissa A. Wheeler

Dr. Melissa Wheeler is a Senior Lecturer and Executive MBA Program Director at RMIT University, with a PhD in social psychology. She is also a regular contributor to Forbes, Psychology Today, and The Conversation, writing on leadership strategy and the future of work, and was named RMIT Media Stars Top Performer in 2024 and 2025.

Melissa partners with industry leaders including Siemens ANZ and Social Traders to co-create and deliver impactful learning experiences. Her excellence in teaching has been recognised by multiple awards from various universities across Australia.

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The hybrid workplace: Leadership skills for the new normal