Key Skills for Effective Teamwork: Igniting Passion and Unlocking Potential

Introduction:

Understanding the interconnected nature of life, people should recognize how much they depend on each other. For example, every effort made by members of an organization is the result of collective efforts. Despite technological advancements, our true competitive edge still lies in our ability to collaborate effectively with others.

This program is built on the premise that organizations are healthier and more productive when relationships are strong and teamwork is prioritized. It begins with a focus on essential skills for effective team management and igniting passion.

In this highly interactive environment, team members not only find their jobs enjoyable but also learn key principles of communication, conflict resolution, negotiation, decision-making, problem-solving, and fostering a positive working atmosphere.

Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Investigate how effective teams operate.
• Evaluate strategies for effective team communication.
• Learn how to give and receive feedback properly.
• Consider various aspects of decision-making in teams.
• Introduce mechanisms for team problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Discuss techniques for time management and personal productivity.
• Improve their effectiveness in managing and resolving conflicts.

Training Methodology:

• Interactive Workshops
• Group Discussions
• Case Study Reviews
• Role-Playing Scenarios
• Simulation Exercises
• Peer Feedback Sessions
• Self-Evaluations and Assessments
• Team-Building Activities
• Professional Seminars
• Real-World Application Projects
• Reflection and Debrief Sessions

Course Outline:

Unit 1: Basics of High-Performing Teams

• Understanding the fundamentals of team operations
• Benefits of working in teams
• Exploring the four types of teams
• Enhancing team performance
• Understanding the leader’s role within a group

Unit 2: Basic Communication

• Face-to-face communication fundamentals
• Crafting successful oral presentations
• Developing public speaking skills
• Mastering active listening
• Overcoming communication barriers

Unit 3: Giving and Receiving Feedback

• Effectively giving feedback using scripts
• Receiving negative feedback positively
• Harnessing the power of positive attitude reviews
• Managing difficult employees
• Understanding challenging employee behaviors
• Applying the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument
• Exploring different styles of persuasion
• Case Study: Feedback at Johnson & Johnson

Unit 4: Group Dynamics

• Building high-performance team dynamics
• Eliminating ineffective group dynamics
• Self-evaluating team processes
• Understanding different types of team players
• Identifying critical team member competencies

Unit 5: Team Decision Making

• Examining a model for team decision-making
• Applying the Vroom-Yetton leadership model
• Evaluating group decision-making techniques
• Analyzing the pros and cons of group decisions
• Overcoming barriers to effective decision-making

Unit 6: Team Problem Solving

• Understanding creative problem-solving
• Differentiating left-brain from right-brain thinking
• The importance of brainstorming
• Applying De Bono’s Six Thinking Hats
• Exploring Von Oech’s methods for overcoming mental blocks
• Practicing the four roles in the creative process

Unit 7: Conflict Resolution

• Understanding productive versus destructive conflict
• Reaping the benefits of positive conflict
• Addressing the root causes of conflicts
• Implementing an effective conflict management protocol
• Reviewing five styles of handling conflicts

Unit 8: Time Management

• Managing time on a daily basis
• Understanding why people procrastinate
• Setting personal goals in key areas to guide time management
• Applying a practical goal-setting formula
• Understanding the principles of achievement
• Unlocking your potential with effective time management
• Exploring the impact of belief systems on daily life
• Changing limiting beliefs