Two tips can be used to help
teams be more effective. First, ground rules should be established so all team
members are on the same page; consistency among team members is crucial for a team
to work together effectively (Freed, 2012). Second, team members should
contribute like they are playing charades; everybody needs to keep contributing
and speaking up to create new ideas (Harper).
Ground rules
should be established in order to create consistency. Every team member should be
on the same page; otherwise, expectations may be skewed or responsibilities may
be delegated inefficiently. Having ground rules will avoid any surprises that
may occur during a project (Harper). Delegating tasks to team members can be a
part of establishing ground rules. Tasks should be delegated to a single
person, rather than a “we’ll get it done” approach (Freed, 2012). Giving the
responsibility to one person holds him or her accountable.
Everybody should
contribute like he or she is playing charades because it allows ideas to flow.
The more people talk, the more ideas that are in circulation. When people say
something, a thought is usually evoked in somebody else’s mind. This
illustrates the concept that ideas bounce off of other ideas. In order for this
to be effective, everyone must speak up, speak often, and speak freely
(Harper).
Teams are only as
effective as the principles they are founded upon. In order for team members to
be productive, they need to establish ground rules and have open communication.
Ground rules will allow every team member to have the same focus and method of
delivery. Open communication allows collaboration among every team member. Team
collaboration encourages thoughts and ideas to be shared. Teams can be
effective if these tips are utilized and enforced.
REFERENCES
Freed, E. (2012, November 13). What makes good collaboration? 10
real-world tips.
The Social Intranet Blog. Retrieved from
http://www.thoughtfarmer.com/blog/good-collaboration-10-tips/
Harper, S. (n.d.). Ten tips for successful collaboration.
Retrieved from
http://ericmaisel.com/wpcontent/uploads/downloads/2011/07/ten_tips_for_successful _collaboration.pdf
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