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Great article from Harvard Business Review on the "5 Things High-Performing Teams Do Differently" High-Performing Teams... #1 ..Are Not Afraid to Pick Up the Phone #2 ..Are More Strategic With Their Meetings #3 ..Invest Time Bonding Over Non-Work Topics #4 ..Give and Receive Appreciation More Frequently #5 ..Are More Authentic at Work https://lnkd.in/eVXyZbi8

Great article from Harvard Business Review on the "5 Things High-Performing Teams Do Differently" High-Performing Teams... #1 ..Are Not Afraid to Pick Up the Phone #2 ..Are More Strategic With Their Meetings #3 ..Invest Time Bonding Over Non-Work Topics #4 ..Give and Receive Appreciation More Frequently #5 ..Are More Authentic at Work https://lnkd.in/eVXyZbi8

5 things high performing teams do differently: 1.     They aren’t afraid to pick up the phone 2.     They’re more strategic with their meetings 3.     They bond over non-work topics 4.     They give and receive appreciation more frequently 5.     They’re more authentic BUT—if the team is diverse, they will need to apply cultural intelligence to gain the most from these strategies. 

Summary. New research suggests that the highest-performing teams have found subtle ways of leveraging social connections during the pandemic to fuel their success. The findings offer important clues on ways any organization can foster greater connectedness — even within a remote or hybrid work setting — to engineer higher-performing teams. Doing so takes more than simply hiring the right people and arming them with the right tools to do their work. It requires creating opportunities for genuine, authentic relationships to develop. The authors present five key characteristics of high-performing teams, all of which highlight the vital role of close connection among colleagues as a driver of team performance. https://lnkd.in/e4m8muve

📢Effective Business Relationships Create High Performing Teams📢 1. High-Performing Teams Are Not Afraid to Pick Up the Phone 2. High-Performing Teams Are More Strategic with Their Meetings 3. High-Performing Teams Invest Time Bonding Over Non-Work Topics 4. High-Performing Teams Give and Receive Appreciation More Frequently 5. High-Performing Teams Are More Authentic at Work 💡As a leader what opportunities do you provide your direct reports, so Effective Business Relationships are built? Let us know in the comments💡

Financial Growth Through Team Effectiveness Did you know that highly effective teams directly drive better financial performance? Research from 'The Science of Teamwork' (SAGE Journals) shows that cohesive teams outperform others, enhancing productivity, innovation, and organizational impact. When team members align their strengths, collaborate effectively, and communicate clearly, they elevate both success and profitability. How effective is your executive team in fostering high-impact collaboration? I invite you to assess your team's effectiveness with my Executive Team Elevation Audit. This customized tool helps identify your team’s strengths and growth areas to ensure they are set up to boost both impact—and income. Ready to elevate your team’s potential? Use this link to get started! https://lnkd.in/eQcQ8VV6 #TeamEffectiveness #FinancialGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment

"New research suggests that the highest-performing teams have found subtle ways of leveraging social connections during the pandemic to fuel their success. The findings offer important clues on ways any organization can foster greater connectedness — even within a remote or hybrid work setting — to engineer higher-performing teams. Doing so ... requires creating opportunities for genuine, authentic relationships to develop. The authors present five key characteristics of high-performing teams, all of which highlight the vital role of close connection among colleagues as a driver of team performance." #leadershipdevelopement #coaching #workplaceculture #localgov #training

While there are many drivers that make teams effective, research at McKinsey & Company share four that are most critical (not surprising). "Teams that had above-average scores in these four areas were more likely to be efficient and innovative and to produce better results with stakeholders and customers: * Trust * Communication * Innovative Thinking, and * Decision Making" "Team health drivers are grouped into four core areas: 1 - configuration (the team has clear roles and a mix of perspectives);  2- alignment (team members are clear on the team’s direction and are committed to it);  3- execution (how well the team carries out its work); and  4- renewal (the team’s working environment is set up for long-term sustainability). All four of these categories provide a well-rounded view of the team and reflect on whether team members work effectively together—not just in the near term but over the long haul. Thanks to authors Aaron De Smet, Gemma D'Auria, Liesje Meijknecht and Matiham Albaharna for this research. #team #teamsuccess #teamdynamics #trust #innovation #alignment #communication #decisionmaking #teamleadership https://lnkd.in/grK3CAvA

Unlocking Success: The Power of Aligned Teams In the fast-paced business landscape, where agility and results matter, an aligned team is the secret weapon that propels organizations toward their goals. Let’s dive into why team alignment is more than just a buzzword—it's a strategic imperative for accelerated success. 1. Clear Roles, Collective Impact Aligned teams are like a symphony orchestra—each member knows their instrument, their notes, and how they fit into the grand composition. When roles are crystal clear, tasks become purposeful strokes on the canvas of achievement. 2. Goals as North Stars Imagine a fleet of ships navigating uncharted waters. Aligned teams have a shared compass—the organizational goals. Every decision, every effort aligns with reaching those distant shores. 3. Communication: The Superhighway Aligned teams don’t play telephone—they communicate directly. Clarity flows effortlessly, ideas spark, and solutions emerge. 4. Speed of Decisions When everyone’s rowing in the same direction, decisions become swift. No more meandering debates; just focused action. 5. Empowerment and Engagement Aligned teams feel ownership. They’re not mere cogs; they’re co-creators. Their impact reverberates beyond spreadsheets. 6. Trust and Collaboration Trust is the glue. Aligned teams trust each other’s expertise, collaborate seamlessly, and amplify their collective genius. 7. Results That Resonate Aligned teams don’t just meet targets; they surpass them. Their synergy creates a ripple effect—an organization-wide crescendo. Remember, it’s not about individual brilliance; it’s about synchronized effort. So, let’s raise our virtual glasses to aligned teams—the unsung heroes behind every triumph! #TeamAlignment #AcceleratedResults #CollaborationWins Shubham Chauhan Sachi Makharia Sourabh Chowdhury Sandesh Bane Mamta Anvekar

If I see a reference to "high-performing teams," you bet I'm going to click the link to read it. :) This article came out when the world was still figuring out new ways of working and living in a pandemic world. And in the research, it boiled down that 3 psychological needs in a workplace are essential (autonomy, competence, relatedness). Individual attributes, competencies, results-achievement aside for the moment, further research honed in on how to cultivate that third area of "relatedness," one that can elevate the true connection of a team. To sum up the article, high-performing teams: 1) are not afraid to pick up the phone 2) are more strategic with their meetings 3) invest time bonding over non-work topics 4) give and receive appreciation more frequently 5) are more authentic at work I believe there to be a lot of subtopics that could go into the above areas, but ultimately, the goal being to achieve a trusting and psychologically safe environment where people can do their best work. A word kept popping up for me as I read through this: chemistry. When trust, performance, accountability to and support of one another has laid the foundation, some of the best teams I was a part of had a palpable energy fueling us. The secret sauce. 😎 What would you add/change/remove from this list based on high-performing teams you have been a part of or witnessed in action? NorthStar-Aligned Consulting