For most of us, teamwork is a part of everyday life. Whether it’s at home, in the community, or at work, we are often expected to be a functional part of a performing team, with our own contribution. Having a strong team is at the core of successful companies, from start-up to conglomerates.

Explore the different aspects of a team, as well as ways that you can become a top-notch team performer. Cover the details and concepts of what makes up a team, and what factors equal a successful team and team member.

In this course you will:

• Describe the concept of a team, and its factors for success
• Explain the four phases of the Tuckman team development model and define their characteristics
• List the three types of teams
• Describe actions to take as a leader – and as a follower for each of the four phases (Forming, Storming, Norming and Performing)
• Discuss the uses,  benefits, and disadvantages of various team-building activities
• Describe several team-building activities that you can use, and in what settings
• Follow strategies for setting and leading team meetings
• Detail problem-solving strategies using the Six Thinking Hats model — and one consensus-building approach to solving team problems
• List actions to do — and those to avoid — when encouraging teamwork

Course Content

Lessons

Module One: Getting Started

Module Two: Defining Success

Module Three: Types of Teams

Module Four: The First Stage of Team Development – Forming

Module Five: The Second Stage of Team Development – Storming

Module Six: The Third Stage of Team Development – Norming

Module Seven: The Fourth Stage of Team Development – Performing

Module Eight: Team Building Activities

Module Nine: Making the Most of Team Meetings

Module Ten: Solving Problems as a Team

Module Eleven: Encouraging Teamwork

Module Twelve: Wrapping Up