Teamwork is essential in our busy work environments, both within and between departments.  We operate in a matrix structure, participating on many adhoc and cross-functional teams. It’s important to understand the essential components of effective teams because the degree of teamwork we achieve has an impact on performance. Teamwork, or the lack thereof, affects productivity, costs, quality, and both customer and job satisfaction. 

High performing teams can energize the entire organization, increase profitability, and stimulates personal growth for the team members. Dysfunctional teams achieve far less. Their members express their frustrations through complaints, direct or indirect conflict, or through absenteeism and turnover. These teams have the potential to erode company culture and negatively impact profitability.

What’s the secret to building a stronger team? It lies in paying attention to the basics.  Effective teams use their combined skills, commitment and accountability to achieve their desired results.  The foundation is trust. Without trust, you can’t engage in constructive disagreement, challenging each other to bring out their best, thereby gaining full commitment and enabling accountability, leading to results.  

This session is intended for executives, directors, managers and HR practitioners.

In this session, attendees will learn:
   * The components of a high performing team
   * Best practices to build and support teamwork
   * How to integrate teamwork into your culture
   * How to develop your skills in mediation and conflict resolution
Leave with a packet of quick team building activities you can begin using right away!

Presenter: Rochelle Crollard, SHRM-SCP; Associated Industries Consultant
 

Parking is free for training participants in the lot at Associated Industries, including handicapped accessible spots. Participants who will need any special accommodation, please contact Lori Massey at 509-326-6885 or training@aiin.com so we can make arrangements.

Cancellation Policy:
Class Cancelled by Associated Industries - Participants will receive full refunds or be transferred (upon request), to a future identical class
Class Cancelled by Participant:  (Substitutions are always accepted)
    Notification received 48 hours prior to class date - Choice of full refund, or credit for use on any class of equal value
    Notification received 24 hours prior to class date - Credit for use on any class of equal value
    Notification received day of class - 50% credit value for use on any future class
No Shows - No refund or credit will be available
Please notify Lori Massey at 509-326-6885 or training@aiin.com