5 Things That Make High-Performing Teams Stand Out
For a team to stand out, it requires more than just the right tools and technologies, and skilled employees. What’s important is how well the team collaborates to achieve team goals!
Let’s look at some of the interpersonal and behavioral traits that these high-performing teams have in common.
1. Agree to disagree
It is likely that while figuring out solutions and coming to decisions for the team, there might be disagreements. High-performing teams know how to cope well with them. They can agree to disagree while respecting each other. This creates an atmosphere of harmony within the team.
2. Engage and bond beyond work
Non-work conversations with colleagues might seem to hinder team productivity. On the contrary, high-performing teams are more likely to indulge in such conversations at the workplace. This bursts the myth that high-yielding teams work more. Rather, such teams know how to build genuine connections.
3. Shared vision for the team
Having a shared vision is integral to a team’s success. High-performing teams align their individual and shared goals, keeping in mind the team’s vision. They share those goals with the team and regularly check their progress. Discussing those goals regularly in meetings helps maintain accountability.
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4. Encourage diverse ideas and backgrounds?
High-performing teams don’t just translate to one or two high-performing team members. These teams are great at collaborating and take everyone’s ideas into consideration. Teams that are diverse and inclusive are likely to bring newer and fresher ideas to the table. Listening to everyone’s suggestions before coming to the best decision for the team is what makes them stand out.
5. Appreciate each other’s work
Recognition of one’s work is known to serve as a great motivator among employees. High-performing teams receive frequent appreciation from their colleagues and managers. They are also likely to show appreciation to their teammates just as often. Appreciation makes employees feel valued and respected within the team and contributes greatly to the team’s success.
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