Chapter 5

Team Template

I found some groups in the organization meeting in excess and others not enough. There was no communication between the groups who did meet. So having an organized team structure was important for our getting out of the stress and confusion we were in.

Meet Regularly with Staff

Creating a team structure is the foundation for communication with a steady flow of information and creating a collaborative and innovative operation. The leader must be able to lead the meetings in addition to conducting group and individual conversations. This requires the leader to become a facilitator using the listening skills described earlier as part of his or her skill set.

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