Being part of a self-directed work team requires flexibility, innovation, and an understanding of key attributes of each team member. Prior to deploying a newly formed team, it makes sense to train them and provide them with tools for effective self-management.

Course Content

The following is a summary of what we will learn in this module:

• Team effectiveness factors
• How to assess staff skills and matching the right person to the right work assignments
• Crafting goals that employees can aim for and achieve
• Communicating goals and objectives to reduce misunderstandings and the potential for demotivation
• Empowerment and accountability: Understanding the benefits of delegation
• How to motivate team members who only put in the minimum effort required to do a job
• Keeping team members on task, on time, and on budget

Audience:

All employees that are assigned a team project could benefit from this module. The major objective is to create an understanding of how to work effectively on a team.

Timing:

This module can be presented with a minimum of two to four hours.

Exercises:

• Self Assessment: Team skills and expertise
• What expertise does each team member provide
• Tools for self-directed teams
• Checklist for teams
• Problem solving toolkit
• Troubleshooting: Keeping a team on track
• Group discussions
• Summary and action items