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Teams
We're great friends but a terrible team! How do we change that dynamic?
Being great friends doesn't always equate to being a great team.
Who do we sing for?
Have a little musical fun with your team and liven up proceedings with a team song.
Learning to let go of stress
It's not even the end of February and you're already exhausted? It's time to look at your balance and stress levels.
Mayan prophecies aside, let's celebrate our achievements in 2012
It's a great time to celebrate our achievements from this year and look forward to the year to come.
We are incapable of making decisions in our team. How do we break this impasse?
Decision-making doubts can stop a team from achieving its goals.
What am I going to do with this bunch of losers?
First you might want to ask what you're going to do with yourself?
Letting go: The founder's syndrome
It can be tough for founders to let go of their business, but doing so can often be the best thing for all concerned.
Why the quick fix is not always the best thing for your team
Fix it! Fix it quick! But what do we lose when we fail to step back and look at the bigger picture?
Motivating teams through change
Motivating staff through a period of business upheaval can be difficult. However, there are some straightforward ways to get your team to invest in success.
How to detox your team
Detoxing your team from problems such as defensiveness and stonewalling is crucial for productivity and positivity.
How can I motivate my staff?
It's challenging for staff to keep focused when there is uncertainty about their future and their role in it. How can you reassure them?
Honest feedback for business owners
As a business owner, do you hold yourself accountable for your own personal growth, development and behaviour?
How do I get someone who is on my virtual team work under my direction?
The questions to ask are – What started the conflict? What were the behaviours on both sides? Where did it come from?
Team happiness and alignment
To get the most out of unmotivated staff, try shifting your focus from the goals of each individual to the goals of the team.
Are you supporting the women in your organisation?
What is the culture of your organisation? Is it one where both men and women are encouraged to develop to their full potential?
Establishing a code of conduct for your business
A code of conduct is a set of rules outlining the responsibilities of or proper practices for an individual or organisation. And it's crucial your business has one.
How do I stop team members gossiping and causing disruption to my team?
Most people gossip, however it's the level that some people go to that can undermine and derail a team that causes problems.
What's the impact on your career when you reveal too much to your team mates?
Sharing issues that you are having as a team to others creates distrust and can be viewed as a betrayal. It undermines confidence in you and potentially in your team.
How can I manage my employees and still have time for my day job?
Look at your employees with fresh eyes. Ask them to talk about what motivates them, what do they enjoy?
My star performer is also the worst behaved person in our business. Help!
What's the impact of allowing poor behaviours to go unchecked on the long-term health of your business and on the other members of your team?
My team wants me to get rid of a staff member. Help!
Ultimately the end decision as the leader of this team is yours. What impact will it have on your business and your team if you act on this request?
How do I help build trust within my team?
Building trust within your team will be a key ingredient to your teams' long-term success, the retention of team members, motivation of individuals and productivity.
How do we work around a stupid boss?
Working for someone you don't respect is frustrating, and educating or undermining your boss is not part of your role.
We're a long standing and well functioning team... with a new uncooperative member. Help!
Depending on how the new team member was welcomed and integrated into the team will impact how they will feel about joining your team.
What do I do about an uncooperative staff member?
A successful and strong team has certain characteristics including trust and respect for each other personally and professionally.
How do we say no without limiting our careers?
We are all very good at being busy, the ultimate modern day accessory, the question is what are we busy doing?
One of our team members has just broken up with her partner. What can we do to help?
Find ways to remind them of their strength, resilience and capabilities both personally and professionally.
How do I assess if I am making a good contribution to my team?
Before engaging others in helping you find the answers you are looking for, take time to search for the answers yourself. How you feel about your contribution is important.
What makes a team uncollaborative?
Some of the factors that contribute to an uncollaborative culture include fear, poor communication and geographical distance.
I work for a family owned SME and I am having problems with one of my colleagues. What should I do?
Find a trusted colleague, friend or mentor that you can talk through the situation with to help you explore possible solutions.
How do I motivate my team when I am completely de-motivated?
To motivate we need to be motivated, which at different times of our personal and professional lives can be challenging. Here are some tips to get yourself going.
Should I get a star member of my team to coach someone who is struggling?
Often when someone is struggling, they can benefit more from a coach who is removed from their immediate team and has more seniority and experience than themselves.
How do I get a team member to delegate and focus?
By focusing on low value tasks, an employee may have the perception that they’re still doing their job. They're not.
I get nervous when talking to senior people. Help!
I have been promoted to a more senior role that requires me to regularly present to the board of my company. I am struggling with this. I get so nervous when talking to senior people, whether it's just bumping into them, presenting or at company social events.
I manage a team of people who don't get along - help!
If conflict and tension is the norm for your team then action is required to establish what is occurring and what needs to happen for this to change.
What should I do when my manager won't lead?
If you're a leader and recognise that you avoid making decisions it's time to get some support, training and a mentor you respect and trust to help you.
My team and I are struggling with significant changes taking place in the business. Help!
Dealing with changing circumstances can at times be liberating and at other times debilitating... or something in between.
How do I manage interstate employees?
It's a basic human need to feel heard and valued. So ensure you have regular forums where your team members can add their voices, ideas and get regular updates.
How can I improve my phone meetings and look good?
Atmosphere is important. Ever walked into a room when someone has just had an argument? Not a good atmosphere to create from. The same goes for your meetings.
How can I make sure I am heard?
Women unwittingly use communication styles that sabotage their messages and the ability to succeed. Here's how.
How do I get my staff to take the initiative and contribute their ideas?
Create the culture with your team that will foster open communication and contribution. Begin this by being open yourself.
Should I get a star member of my team to coach someone who is struggling?
Often when someone is struggling, they can benefit more from a coach and/or mentor who are removed from their immediate team environment and who has more seniority and experience than themselves.
How do I create a team day?
Taking time out with your team is important and a great way to get in touch with each other, as well helping to understand each others' challenges.
How do I deal with a negative co-worker?
Negativity from co-workers that affect others could be a behavioural issue that will need to be addressed.
How do I change from team member to team leader?
Working relationships need to be redesigned as the team dynamics will inevitably change with your promotion.
How do I get a team member to delegate and focus?
By focusing on low value tasks, an employee may have the perception that they’re still doing their job. They're not.
How do I promote my star performer without hurting my whole team's morale?
By rewarding your star, you can show other team members that opportunities for progression exist.
We've just made a member of our sales team redundant. What do I tell the others?
The loss of a team member through redundancy can often be a difficult time for those who remain.
Motivating your team
Often we can get caught up in our own stresses, sometimes self importance, of our role and function in our business that we leave behind our most important assets - our people.
