Nearly everyone has been part of a team during the course of their lives. Some of these team experiences may have been positive, some perhaps negative, and some neutral to the point that they are barely memorable. By working together with a team, you are offered unique opportunities for growth as other members will challenge your assumptions and present different perspectives. Think of your experiences being in teams. Which ones stand out as being most memorable?
In this Discussion, you will dissect the characteristics of a positive experience with a team. Then, you will use this analysis to develop clear takeaways for your own development as a team leader and manager.
To prepare for this Discussion:
Think about the best team experience you have ever had. This may be a work
By Day 3
Post an analysis of managerial practices that promote effective, positive, and inclusive teams. In your analysis, do the following:
Describe your best team experience and explain what made it so.
Identify at least three factors that contributed to the positive culture, inclusivity, and engagement of that team. Provide at least one specific example for each factor.
Then, identify two specific practices you could use as a manager to ensure your teams are effective, positive, and inclusive.
Be sure to use the Learning Resources to support your analysis.
