Teams in Action^™

Developing High-Performing Teams

Most organizations and communities recognize the importance of effective teamwork. Teams require clear direction, strong commitment, and a variety of capabilities to perform well. In order to be effective and highly functional, teams need a solid structure that every member understands. In addition, team members need specific interpersonal skills to maximize their contribution. Our two-day Teams in Action™ workshop takes the mystery out of successful teamwork and coalition building. Based on extensive research, this workshop explores the critical attributes of high-impact teams, the behaviors of outstanding team members, and the organizational requirements for sustaining successful teams.

Benefits for Participants

By the end of the workshop, you will be able to:

• Diagnose the attributes of your team and develop improvement strategies where needed
• Pinpoint, analyze, and overcome organizational roadblocks
• Resolve conflict between team members
• Facilitate participatory team discussions that build agreements and identify action steps
• Listen to team members in ways that deepen your own understanding
• Advocate productively for your ideas
• Give and receive feedback in a way that builds trust and improves performance
• Evaluate team performance in a way that supports continuous improvement.

Benefits for Your Organization

Focused, effective teamwork will have numerous benefits for your organization, including:

• Improved productivity
• Faster implementation of higher quality decisions
• Increased team member commitment to organizational goals
• Few project breakdowns, delays, and budget overruns
• A common approach and structure for teams throughout the organization
• A smoother transition to a team-based organization
• Increased collaborative capability through the organization
• More effective participation in interagency collaborations and community coalitions.

Workshop Topics

• Creating Shared Responsibility for Success
• Common Team Challenges
• Attributes of a Star Team
• Assessing Team Effectiveness
• Team Chartering
• Team Member Behaviors:
• Exchange Feedback
• Listen In
• Speak Out
• Facilitate Agreement
• Reconcile Differences