Much is known about teams. Research studies report that managers without strong teams spend from fifty to ninety percent of their efforts in managing individuals.
Today’s competitive management scenario demands a tight knit team with a group of competent individuals who are fiercely motivated and committed, to nurture the positive synergy to outperform and stand the test of time.
Though every team is unique, some characteristics common in all high performing teams are it–
- Shares a vision
- Is time oriented
- Communicates effectively with everyone on the team
- Operates in zone of urgency (as opposed to zone of comfort or anxiety)
- Reviews quality
- Involves everyone
- Is self-directed
- Celebrates success
- Has Committed leadership
A good team certainly embeds these qualities that makes all the difference to any successful organization. As managers are these some of the questions that has been daunting your head for a while -
- Is my team clearly able to identify the Mission and goals of the organization and translate them into day to day action?
- Do my team members trust, respect and collaborate to accomplish the goals?
- Is the team able to identify and resolve critical issues that impact performance and profitability?
- Is my team performing to their potential or are group dynamics interfering with their ability to carry out their mission and achieve their objectives?
- Is my leadership style appropriate for accomplishing the goals?
Our Team Health Index, helps a leader accurately benchmark where his team currently stands and identify areas where gaps/dysfunctions exists. This comprehensive assessment tool covers six key areas on which a team’s effectiveness is measured
- Role Clarity,
- Goal Clarity,
- Interpersonal Relationship and
- Leadership
If this interests you, do write to us on swathi@odalternatives.com and register for a Team Health Index.
Good teams don't just happen, they become good through consistent action and a constructive feedback mechanism.
