Building Skills for Working in Teams

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The Building Skills for Working in Teams course from Global Horizon offers a comprehensive approach to mastering the dynamics of successful teams. Designed for both team leaders and members, this course equips participants with the essential tools to enhance team performance, improve communication, and overcome challenges. Through practical techniques and proven strategies, you’ll learn how to create an energizing and productive team environment that maximizes each member’s potential.

Course Objectives

• Understand how to recognize individual work style differences and leverage them to develop a cohesive team
• Learn modern time and activity management principles to manage both yourself and your team
• Develop a comprehensive Team Purpose Analysis to create clear objectives for your team
• Apply creative problem-solving techniques to push the boundaries of team decision-making
• Master motivational techniques that bring out the best in your team members
• Minimize communication barriers and reduce “noise” within the team system
• Foster an environment that embraces change and uses it as a positive force for growth

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Team Leaders
• Managers and Supervisors
• Project Team Managers
• Office Managers
• Anyone who manages teams, whether experienced or new to the role

Course Outline

Day 1: Starting From Within – You, The Team Leader

• Discover your strengths and leadership style
• Set personal goals to guide your outputs
• Time management and role modeling

Day 2: Establishing Team Environment, Membership, and Roles

• Learn from high-performing teams
• Conduct a Team Purpose Analysis
• Build an energetic and collaborative team environment

Day 3: Building Outstanding Team Productivity

• Apply motivation theories for team management
• Influence stakeholders and different social styles
• Develop resilience and cope with change

Day 4: Building Frictionless Team Communications

• Overcome communication barriers
• Fine-tune listening skills and questioning techniques
• Manage meetings efficiently and effectively

Day 5: Dealing with Team Conflicts and Improving Performance

• Recognize and resolve dysfunctional behaviors
• Conflict management strategies

Creative problem-solving and decision-making