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Do's and Don't's for a Dynamic Team
Do you want a high performance team? But the individuals on your team are at odds with each other. One person is too critical, another overly cautious and everyone in the group has a'know-it-all attitude.' You wonder how you'll ever be able to build a high-performing team out of this rag-tag band.
Don't despair! You can build a great team. I've seen it many times. Here are a few do's and don't to help you get on track.
#1. Commit to something big.
DON'T just meet and listen to status updates.
DO create a shared goal and make it happen.
#2. Mix and match talents — irrespective of roles.
DON'T be limited by your roles.
DO discover each other's talents and use them.
#3. Clarify who's got the lead.
DON'T assume you know who will do what.
DO clarify your expectations and assumptions.
#4. Share personal success and challenges.
DON'T just talk about projects and work tasks.
DO encourage individuals to share challenges and successes.
5. Open up the sandboxes.
DON'T let team members indulge in turf protection.
DO encourage individuals to collaborate on projects.
#6. Watch each other's backside.
DON'T let a faltering teammate hang out to dry.
DO give helpful feedback and advice.
#7. Study your mistakes.
DON'T allow team members to ignore a failure.
DO talk about what the team will do differently next time.
#8. Keep track of actions needed.
Don't leave a meeting with out document decisions made.
DO ask someone to take notes and distribute.
#9. Have fun.
DON'T just grind away at work every day.
DO make time to laugh and play together.