The 4 Pillars of Teamwork

In a world where there is so much self induced isolation caused by constantly being glued to a smartphone and other device screens, conventional team building methods are struggling to provide the results we need.

The volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity we all face in today's marketplace calls for a more aligned approach to bringing people together for a common cause bigger than themselves. Training and development needs to focus on skills and strategies that will enable individuals and teams to flourish despite of the environment, not be overwhelmed by it.

When working with any new team I look for these 4 key pillars:

1. COLLABORATION

Individuals coming together by bringing innovative ideas implemented with a high level performance will get you to where you're going so much faster. How well do they work together? Is there an \"all for one and one for all\" spirit or a \"that's not my job\" silo mentality?

2. COMMUNICATION

With the increased 'noise' level created by distraction and technology, the way we communicate must ensure it lessens the ambiguity and builds certainty. How effective is the passage of information and feedback?

3. CONFLICT

Conflict is inevitable. The way teams handle these conflicts is a key indicator of how successful the organisation will be in achieving their vision. Are your leaders continually distracted by putting out fires?

4. CHANGE

The need to change direction quickly causes uncertainty. This is a major contributor to a lack of performance and increased stress. How your team navigate these changes will either stagnate your business or propel you forward.

Education in these 4 crucial pillars of teamwork should be the foundations of every training and coaching program if you want to build high performance teams who produce more with less.