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How to Optimize Team Communications – Part I

“The most important thing in communication is to hear what isn’t being said.”- Peter Drucker

Face-to-face communication is usually the most complete form of communication. When communicating face-to-face, you can read facial expressions and other body language. Video conferencing has improved substantially, and now also enables participants to see one another, though you usually cannot […]

Easily Manage the Team Members Who Distract from the Team

Undoubtedly you have team members who distract from the team’s efforts. Here are three that show up at meetings: those who know-it-all on the team, those who find fault with everything, and those who distract others on the team by doing everything other than paying attention in the meeting. Here are some ways to manage […]

What Do Your Team Members Think of You?

Do you know how well you are performing as the team leader? Any idea what your team members think of working with you? Know your strengths and areas where you need to further develop your skills?

If you answered “no” to any of the above, you have some work to do!

On a regular basis […]

How to Perform Your Team Role Within Your Bandwidth Part II

Bandwidth is the maximum sustainable level of effort available from each team member. Each person can only do so much. Learn what your limits are as far as the number of simultaneous tasks you can handle. Understand that when you switch between projects there is a loss of momentum. When you return to Project A, […]

How to Perform Your Team Role Within Your Bandwidth – Part I

“One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation.” – Arthur Ashe

Get clarity about your role. In preparing for your work on the task force, committee, or project team, ensure that you and your team are clear, and are in agreement about one another’s roles, and prepare accordingly. Be […]