Effective Leadership for Team Building

1 day

Description

The success of any organization depends on how its employees interact.  For years, many companies have enjoyed the benefits of teamwork as a basic structure for interaction.  This management strategy has reduced cost, improved quality, and increased output.

Unfortunately, many so-called teams fail to fulfill the expectations of those who create them.  The synergistic effect that leads to high performance is often not realized.  In such situations, leaders need to know the factors that promote healthy teams, and they need to create a blueprint for team development.     

In "Team Building" you will learn how to turn workgroups into teams and how to strengthen existing teams.  You will also discover the personal and interpersonal factors that produce    efficient, productive team relationships.  You will gain insight into the traits of an effective team player, and you will understand the role you play in the development of such team members.

Goals/Objectives

·   To recognize the level of maturity your team has achieved.

·   To match your leadership style to the needs of your team.

·   To encourage cohesion among team members with vision, mission, and tasks.

·   To clarify the roles and expectations of each team member.

·   To foster team identity and trust.

·   To identify specific team values and behavioral standards To create a team operating statement.

·   To develop decision-making skills within the team.

·   To resolve conflict within the team.

·   To conduct effective team meetings

Outline/Table of Contents

·   The seven differences between a team and a work group

·   Characteristics of a cohesive, productive team

·   The four stages of team development

·   Traits of an effective team player

·   The role of team leaders

·   How to nurture healthy relationships among team members

·   The four team-player styles

·   How to align purpose with a shared vision

·   Building trust in an atmosphere of diversity

·   Making team meetings productive