In the Employee and Team Engagement workshop, Peter Hammond, Chartered FCIPD, addressed the importance of effective team dynamics and engagement for SMEs.
Key topics covered included:
Teams, Groups, and Individuals:
Distinction between a work team and a group of people at work
Origins of teamwork and the importance of common goals
Team Dynamics:
Identifying signs of a non-functional team and barriers to effective teamwork
Understanding team roles such as Directive Leader, Collaborative Leader, Doer, Thinker, Challenger, and Supporter
Enhancing Team Performance:
Getting to know team roles and balancing the team for optimal performance
Techniques for starting a team
Involving team members in goal setting and maintaining clear communication
Communication and Trust:
Overcoming communication barriers and developing trust
Critical principles like delegating, supporting, and motivating instil pride and create enjoyment at work
Engagement and Motivation:
Significance of employee engagement on productivity and creativity
Strategies for empowering teams include training, participation in decision-making, and feedback
Addressing workplace negativity by promoting positive behaviour and providing constructive feedback
The workshop emphasised the pivotal role of effective leadership actions in inspiring trust and energy within the team. It highlighted the importance of aligning individual values and visions with those of the organisation, making leaders feel responsible and influential in shaping team dynamics.
For more information visit our business to business support page, or to sign up for the next workshop visit our Eventbrite booking page.
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