Organizations want high performance. This isn’t a secret. It helps the organization accomplish its goals and bring value. Individuals want the same thing and for the same reasons. They want to accomplish their goals, and they want to create value.
A key element to improved performance is being able to create and participate in a team. There are regular teams like our department or division. There are also project teams or ad hoc teams that are assembled for a specific purpose. Even individual contributors have to occasionally work on teams.
Since teams aren’t going away anytime soon, I’ve put together a collection of articles focused on the best practices for creating and managing teams.
Leadership and the 5 Stages of Team Performance
Team leaders play a role in all stages of team performance. Even when team members are very experienced and have a lot of tenure with the organization. If organizations are wanting high performance levels (and we all know they do), then team leaders need to understand team dynamics and be prepared to help the team reach its full potential.
Leaders: How to Let Your Team Know That You Hear Their Ideas
Bringing the team into the research and decision-making process can be valuable for several reasons. First, it helps the team understand what’s involved in getting an idea approved and implemented. Next, it encourages team communication, problem-solving, decision making, and consensus building. Finally, it allows the team to feel like they have a direct impact, which can increase engagement.
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