Our simple framework for mastering team dynamics (free guide)
We sat down with our very own Learning & Development team for a walkthrough of their latest Collaboration Guide & Meeting Framework. What did we learn? That at the base of every manager’s collaborative and high-performing dream team is time invested in creating positive team dynamics. Learn first-hand how this team took the guesswork out of building relationships, so you can put it into practice and hit the high note of team performance.
Why positive team dynamics are essential for collaboration
“Just like in dancing, there is someone leading and someone following the music, but if there’s not a nice dynamic, the dance is not going to be beautiful”
– Carmen Bossé, UX researcher at GSoft
Team dynamics refer to team “chemistry”. They represent the emotional or human undercurrent of a team, which has a direct impact on team performance and employee engagement.
“Consider the two roles every person plays in a working group: a functional role, based on their formal position and technical skill, and a psychological role, based on the kind of person they are.” — HBR
But, putting the right mix of skills on board doesn’t necessarily result in a successful team. This is why taking the time to understand the personalities of the people you work with is essential to team cohesion. Simply knowing that Sally is pragmatic and loves documentation while Sue is a disruptive thinker who thrives off of creative brainstorms, allows teams to work together in a more intentional, informed and harmonious way.
Let’s see what the difference looks like on teams with a positive team dynamics and with a negative team dynamics…
Read the full article to find:
- Interview: The Learning & Development team share their collaboration framework
- Put it into action: 6 tips to hit the high note of positive team dynamics
- Bonus: Collaboration guide & framework, free for download
Discover all this in our latest blog post.👇
Our simple framework for mastering team dynamics (free guide inside)
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