The Discipline of Teams

5/18/2015

In this article from Harvard Business Review, Jon R. Katzenbach and Douglas K. Smith discuss the importance of effective team dynamics and the characteristics that distinguish high-performing teams from average ones. They argue that a team is more than just a group of individuals working towards a common goal, but rather a collective entity with its own unique identity, purpose, and set of norms. The authors highlight the critical role of leadership in fostering a team-oriented culture and outline the four disciplines that successful teams exhibit: a shared common purpose, open and honest communication, well-defined roles and responsibilities, and a strong sense of mutual accountability. They emphasize the need for ongoing investment in team development and suggest various strategies for building and sustaining high-performing teams. Overall, the article provides valuable insights into creating and managing effective teams within organizations.

teamwork ꞏ team dynamics ꞏ team collaboration ꞏ team performance ꞏ team management ꞏ team effectiveness ꞏ high-performing teams ꞏ team communication ꞏ team building ꞏ team leadership ꞏ team motivation ꞏ team decision-making ꞏ team conflict ꞏ team cohesion ꞏ team structure ꞏ team productivity ꞏ team goal-setting ꞏ team accountability ꞏ team trust ꞏ team problem-solving ꞏ team creativity ꞏ team learning ꞏ team roles ꞏ team diversity ꞏ team empowerment ꞏ team feedback ꞏ team development ꞏ team success ꞏ team culture ꞏ team synergy ꞏ organizational teams ꞏ business teams ꞏ teamwork skills ꞏ team excellence ꞏ team engagement ꞏ team formation ꞏ team coaching ꞏ team facilitation ꞏ team meetings ꞏ team innovation ꞏ team projects ꞏ team resilience ꞏ team strategy ꞏ team performance evaluation ꞏ team dynamics analysis ꞏ team effectiveness measurement