Learn the essential skills for establishing healthy group dynamics and developing a strong team. Whether you are a team leader or team member, gain the skills necessary for effective team performance in this highly interactive. Bring this course on-site to train your entire team cost effectively.
Managers, team leaders and members, and work groups who want to establish healthy group dynamics. Attend this session with or without your team members.
Learning Outcomes:
Identify the characteristics of high-performing teams
Analyze the behavioral differences that exist within the team
Identify the advantages of working in a team environment
Understand the four stages of team development
Examine the change process: resistance to change, critical roles and skills needed during the transition
Understand the importance of a team charter in building a common understanding of the team's purpose
Identify the "top 10" needs important in the task and maintenance dimensions of team functioning
Know how to best design your team to improve performance
Outline:
Syllabus -- Jump-Starting High-Performance Teams: the Fundamentals, TDEV7021D, Grad. School, USDA
Day one:
The Power and Synergy of Teams
The Stages of Team Development
Building an Effective Team
Day two:
Resolving Conflict and Managing Different Perspectives in the Team Environment
