Get and keep alignment when distanced

Get and keep alignment when distanced

by | Teamwork

Getting on the same page as a team is always a challenge. Staying aligned over time requires vigilance and the investment of time and effort – even more so in a pandemic, when we are often physically distanced from one another.In “normal” times, we...
Working with someone you dislike

Working with someone you dislike

by | Choice, Teamwork

Bernard is a real pain. So says Beth, one of Bernard’s teammates. There’s been bad blood between these two for years, and Beth has no patience for dealing with Bernard, even when she has to partner with him on projects. As the new team leader, how do you...
Do you have 3D alignment?

Do you have 3D alignment?

by | Teamwork

I was driving back from visiting my parents late one night (pre-pandemic, when visiting my parents was safe). I realized I had to work to keep the car in the lane, as it was drifting slightly to the right if I didn’t correct it. The next day, I took the car into...
Is your team too comfortable?

Is your team too comfortable?

by | Teamwork

Most leaders would be thrilled to say that their team members feel safe and comfortable enough to have tough conversations and take risks together. That sort of psychological safety can have a dark side, says Alex Fradera on Quartz.The positive characteristics of...
Conquer collaboration

Conquer collaboration

by | Teamwork

Collaboration – working with others to get something done – is a desirable, productive action. The meeting of multiple minds usually means a better outcome than could be achieved alone. Because of this bias toward collaboration, the downside is sometimes...