In this week’s PM Debate Podcast throwback, we go head-to-head on a question that’s even more relevant today than when we first recorded it back in 2017:

👉 “Can virtual teams ever match the effectiveness of collocated ones?”

I argue for the motion.Mary Elizabeth argues against.

We cover:

* The role of trust, presence, and “read of the room” moments

* Whether technology truly bridges the performance gap

* How talent access and time zone flexibility reshape delivery

* And why virtual can work but collocated still holds the edge (for some)

This one will hit home for anyone managing hybrid or global teams.

🎧 Listen to the episodeThen drop your take:Are virtual teams just different or inherently disadvantaged?

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