HOW TO BUILD SUCCESSFUL WORK TEAMS

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HOW TO BUILD SUCCESSFUL WORK TEAMS


An effective team has members united with the same vision and a determination to fulfil that vision. Such a team shares clear and measurable goals. Each member of the team is committed to playing a successful role in group dynamics.
Building and maintaining a strong, cohesive team requires specific key steps to ensure effectiveness:

DEFINING THE PURPOSE

Successful teamwork has its foundation in an inspiring “vision”. It is like a North Star, guiding the group’s direction when they have to make decisions and in the event of unforeseen challenges. The team’s purpose needs to be clearly defined—emphasis on the overall outcome that has to be achieved.

ASSEMBLING THE TEAM

A balance of personality types enables the group to work in harmony. Motivated and passionate individuals are essential ingredients for high-performance teams. Respect, support, and trust are a must for such dynamic teams.

GOAL DETERMINATION

Breaking down the vision into smaller, manageable goals is the next step. The tasks need to be outlined, and deadlines need to be set along with milestones and responsibilities. Other resources like materials, time, money, space, etc., need to be addressed too.

SETTING EXPECTATIONS

Setting clear-cut standards of conduct for the team ensures that each member’s contribution and conduct are appropriate. It is also essential to clarify whether communication will be honest, open, and transparent. Similarly, conflict resolution and team decisions need to be clearly defined

MONITORING AND REVIEWING

Team meetings and one-on-one catch-ups ensure that the group’s performance is regularly reviewed. Monitoring progress paves the way for adjustments and improvements to be incorporated.

CELEBRATING AND REWARDING

Regularly recognizing, rewarding, and celebrating The need to ensure that team member’s performances, both individual and as a team, are recognized and rewarded are integral to maintaining a high level of team motivation. Recognition should be consistent, and the chosen method should inspire and reinforce team members to contribute positively to the team’s progress.

REMOTE TEAMS

COVID brought with it the need to rely more on remote work. The pressure to ensure that the team members in the UAE and the world over were on the same page became imperative. Increasing connectivity and communication and avoiding the sense of isolation that teams may feel became the order of the day.

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