In this article, I share 10 characteristics of a high-performing team. However, these team behaviours don't come by chance, but are the consequence of team building.
In 5 Steps to Forming a Team, I wrote about a new job and building a new team. After periods of conflict and polarization have passed, we begin to see some essential team behaviours emerge.
Stick with me and I will share 10 essential behaviours of a high-performance team.
10 Characteristics of a High-Performance Team
How fortunate I am to be surrounded by a great team. Here are the essential team behaviours I see when team cohesion is strong:
Awareness: understanding the big picture
Seeing what’s around us is important. But situational awareness—understanding the bigger picture—is even more significant, since it leads to better decision-making. Understand this. Understand the overall aims and interests of the business.