Simple steps to build a better team - Part 1 (of 3)

Most people have experienced bad management all at one time or another, directly or when looking at other departments. Some managers seem barely able to get the best out of their team, creating an atmosphere of low morale and destroying any motivation.

So what are the causes? In other words - attitude. A manager with the right attitude has a positive effect on their team.

Many new managers try to make changes in order to please their managers. But the change must be carefully managed. A motivated, well-built team always manage change better than a team divided and demoralized. So, before introducing any significant changes, the team needs to be receptive and 'on-side'.

Managers often think that it is their job to be dynamic to get things done. If not done carefully, this can come across as aggressive and pushy, which ward off the team. A team that has been carefully constructed to tolerate the times when this is necessary.

Finally, a manager often sees them only as a major decisions. This attitude indicates a team that their contribution is worthless so that they feel less inclined to contribute. If you build your team carefully, they are willing to accept this as necessary.

It is run through right from the CEO down. Looking at the causes of the above should tell you that you need to enhance your team. Treat them as people and make sure they have the opportunity to contribute to corporate and departmental decisions. When everyone in your organization is pulling in the same direction, you will get better results.

OK, now you need some team building. There are two common responses by staff ...

* Large, a day out of office!

* Oh no! Not another day of team building!

... none of which are positive. In the second part of this article, I'll let the secrets of building a great team without even leaving the office! Then, when you organize a day of team building, staff will look forward to it. What will be the subject of the third part of the article! ......