This article explores the essential elements of building and sustaining high performing teams, emphasising their role in driving innovation, productivity, and employee engagement. High performing teams are defined by shared purpose, complementary skills, mutual accountability, and interdependent roles. The article outlines the stages of team development - forming, storming, norming, and performing - and highlights the importance of ongoing attention to team dynamics. Key building blocks include clear objectives, role clarity, effective communication, shared norms, and a culture of psychological safety.
Practical strategies for managing diversity, team size, change, and boundary management are discussed, along with tips for diagnosing and addressing dysfunction. The article also covers compliance considerations, ensuring team practices align with legal obligations. By focusing on these foundations, organisations can create teams that consistently deliver results and foster a rewarding workplace culture.
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