Teamwork and Team Building

This course is designed to transition a group of individuals into a high-functioning unit by exploring the foundational mechanics of group dynamics and individual excellence.

What turns a group of people into a “team”? This course dives into the “details and concepts” that distinguish a successful team from a struggling one. Participants will explore the structural components of teamwork and, more importantly, learn the specific behaviors required to become a “top-notch team performer.” By understanding the factors that drive team success, participants will be empowered to contribute more effectively to their collective goals and foster a culture of mutual support and high achievement.

Introduction:

• Course Objectives

Module One:

• Defining Success
• What is a Team?
• An Overview of Tuckman and Jensen’s Four-Phase Model Module
• Knowledge Check

Module Two:

• Types of Teams
• The Traditional Team
• Self-Directed Teams
• E-Teams
• Knowledge Check

Module Three:

• The First Stage of Team Development Forming
• Hallmarks of This Stage
• What To Do As A Leader
• What To Do As A Follower
• Knowledge Check

Module Four:

• The Second Stage of Team Development Storming
• The Hallmarks of This Stage
• What To Do As A Leader
• What To Do As A Follower
• Knowledge Check

Module Five:

• The Third Stage of Team Development Norming
• The Hallmarks of This Stage
• What To Do As A Leader
• What To Do As A Follower
• Knowledge Check

Module Six:

• The Fourth Stage of Team Development Performing
• Hallmarks of this Stage
• What To Do As A Leader
• What To Do As A Follower
• Knowledge Check

Module Seven:

• Team Building Activities
• The Benefits and Disadvantages
• Team-Building Activities That Won’t Make People Cringe
• Choosing a Location for Team-Building
• Knowledge Check

Module Eight:

• Making the Most of Team Meetings
• Setting the Time and the Place
• Trying the 50-Minute Meeting
• Using Celebrations of All Sizes
• Knowledge Check

Module Nine:

• Solving Problems as a Team
• The Six Thinking Hats
• Encouraging Brainstorming
• Building Consensus
• Knowledge Check

Module Ten:

• Encouraging Teamwork
• Some Things to Do
• Some Things to Avoid
• Some Things to Consider
• Knowledge Check

Assessment:

• Post-Test