How Current Project Teams Within The Organization Can Work...

Introduction This briefing paper will address the question of how current project teams within the organization can work more collaboratively and effectively. Due to the number of recent failed projects, the organization is currently looking into how project teams are set up and managed. The issue, given the circumstances, revolves around how to equip managers, team leaders, and members with the skills and support to progress from project teams to high performing project teams in order to deliver the much-needed results in their respective units. This is an interesting issue in light of the fact several departments already have teams set up to carry out special projects without any formal process or best practice in place. This brief†¦show more content†¦In many cases these individuals have their own ideas, goals and objectives oftentimes rendering it a challenge to get everyone on one accord. So how can they work together effectively to drive favorable results? Both the team leader and the team members have very important roles in ensuring the effectiveness of the team. These teams, while carefully built and very effective in what they do, require constant leadership attention. This perhaps is the most important issue that could affect a high performing team. A weak leader, who is unable to set good examples or enforce good behavior and or performance accountability, could ultimately result in a broad range of team performance issues. A high performing team requires a leader who communicates clear visions and goals, motivates team members, and capitalizes on each individual’s strengths. However leading a project team comes with its own issues. These could include among others: a) dealing with diversity in the group b) ensuring quality project performance c) communicating and managing virtual teams d) setting clear goals and ensuring clear communicating with the team e) resolving conflict within the team f) staying on top of group d eadlines and g) keeping team members motivated. Effective team members are willing to communicate respectfully and effectively with others. In