All teams will have ups and downs, regardless of the stage they re in, or your leadership. Organizations that implement teams as a bold stroke usually don t succeed. Developing teams takes time, often requires change in all systems and will not be an overnight remedy for companies. In short, as a team leader you can be your best when you remember to lead people , manage tasks, and facilitate decisions . Be conscientious about the different personality styles within the group, and match your leadership tactics to the stage of team development.
Fad teams exist because someone thinks it s the thing to do.
Working teams begin with a team charter a statement of the group s purpose, goals, roles, and procedures. Be adequately resourced. Resources may be money, people, time, etc. Think through the team requirements in this area. Recognize team member s accomplishments.