This course, for associates at any level in the organization, addresses how groups form into effective decision-making teams. This program provides the participant with a basic understanding of team dynamics, how teams positively impact productivity, the different types of teams, and the impact of effective communication in a team environment. The session includes applying the course material in a team building exercise.
Team Building course content includes:
- The benefits of teams for both companies and individuals
- The definition of a "team"
- The types of teams
- The stages of team growth
- Identifying participant's team player style
- Establishing a team mission and goals
- Use of common team decision-making tools
Upon completion of the BEC's Team Building, participants will be able to:
- Understand the four requirements for teamwork to occur
- Describe how teams increase productivity
- Define the characteristics of an effective team
- Communicate with team members more effectively
- Generate and use a meeting agenda
- Help team members establish guidelines for team behaviors
- Understand the evolution of self-directed work teams
Provided by AACC in conjunction with its Training Partner: WCM Associates.