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Although
teams vary in size, structure, style and function, they share some of
the same barriers to effectiveness. Some common barriers to team
success include:
A
Team in Name Only:
Simply
calling a group of people a team doesn't work. A team must have
shared vision, values and measures of success.
Ineffective,
Unnecessary Meetings:
What
creates a high performing team is action. Use meetings wisely and
sparingly.
Lack
of Empowerment:
Teams
are most effective when they can act with authority.
Poorly
Linked Skills:
Without
the ability to respond, teams fail and become discouraged. Link
skills to team responsibilities.
Lack
of Management Commitment:
Teams
need support beyond the launch phase. Management must demonstrate
its committed to the team process or teams will falter.
No
Strategic or Policy Connection:
Teams
must be aligned to corporate direction and polices. Without this
connection teams lose effectiveness and can even become
counterproductive.
Lack
of Belief in Teams:
Beliefs
change over time as the result of personal experience. To change
beliefs, actions speak louder than words. Promote a clear vision,
demonstrate unwavering commitment, and get results. |
