Building a team: Positive Team Dynamics
At the onset, set and communicate well-defined team principles. Share this information with the entire team. Clearly communicate your expectations from the team. Listen their expectations from the work experience. Exchange this information with the entire team or during one-on-one sessions with each team member. Reinforce the team priniciples and values continually and encourage team members who personify those values. Share this information with the entire team. Lead by example. Encourage three important values--share learning, help each other and be polite. Perform this activity with the entire team. Expect team to handle conflicts with other team members one-on-one. Explain techniques on how this can be done. Share this information with the entire team.