Developing Visionary Leaders and Purpose-Driven Teams.

Building a functional team is critical to the success of any organization. A.L. Forbes Consulting can support your company to identify dysfunctions and provide tools and resources to build stronger more efficient teams.

Teams are trained to use critical thinking to design effective programs. Each member of the team is encouraged to think critically and add their unique strength to make informed decisions, improve quality, and solve problems. 

Relevance of Team Building

Team building is essential for fostering collaboration, improving communication, enhancing problem-solving abilities, and driving organizational success. A cohesive team can increase productivity, boost morale, and ensure that goals are achieved more efficiently. Team building also helps in identifying strengths and weaknesses, facilitating personal and professional growth.

Building Functional Teams Using the Five Dysfunctions of Team

Patrick Lencioni's model outlines five dysfunctions that can hinder team effectiveness. By addressing these dysfunctions, organizations can build functional, high-performing teams. Here’s how:

1. Absence of Trust -Resolution: Encourage vulnerability and create an environment of psychological safety where team members feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and concerns. This could be achieved through trust-building exercises and open communication.
   
2. Fear of Conflict - Resolution: Promote healthy conflict and debate to bring out different perspectives. Facilitate structured discussions and ensure that conflicts remain constructive, focusing on ideas rather than personal attacks.
   
3. Lack of Commitment - Resolution: Ensure that all team members are part of the decision-making process and that their opinions are valued. Clear, transparent communication on goals and outcomes aids in gaining their commitment.
   
4. Avoidance of Accountability - Resolution: Foster a culture of accountability where team members hold each other responsible for their contributions. This can be facilitated by setting clear expectations and regular check-ins.
   
5. Inattention to Results - Resolution: Shift the focus from individual success to team success. Measure and celebrate collective achievements to reinforce the importance of team results over personal accolades.
   

How Consultants Support the Development of Teams

Consultants play a crucial role in team development by offering the following support:

• Assessment: Conducting assessments to identify team dynamics, strengths, and areas for improvement.
• Training: Providing customized training programs focused on communication, leadership, conflict resolution, and other key skills.
• Facilitation: Leading team-building exercises, workshops, and retreats to foster trust, collaboration, and effective communication.
• Coaching: Offering one-on-one or group coaching to address specific challenges and support the team in its growth journey.
• Strategy Development: Assisting in creating strategies and action plans to address dysfunctions and build a high-performing team.
• Feedback: Providing objective feedback and performance evaluations to help teams stay on track toward their goals.

A.L. Forbes Consulting is working with businesses and entrepreneurs in the United States and Sub-Saharan Africa, "Dismantling fantasies and Building dreams!"

Book a Free 30-minute consultation. Thereafter, service fees range from $60-$175 per hour.