{"id":45,"date":"2021-07-15T05:49:19","date_gmt":"2021-07-15T05:49:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tomandelainecoleman.com\/?p=45"},"modified":"2021-08-01T06:33:55","modified_gmt":"2021-08-01T06:33:55","slug":"teaching-teams-new-tricks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tomandelainecoleman.com\/teaching-teams-new-tricks\/","title":{"rendered":"Teaching Teams New Tricks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"41\">It struck me as I watched the U.S. Olympic trials that how much effort each athlete must invest in their discipline to achieve the Olympic level of success.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"24\">The skills, knowledge, and experience required to succeed in any given sport, or team endeavor, can feel overwhelming.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"23\">A team may have to work together on projects of Olympic size in order to achieve their goals.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"26\">These teams, whether they are an established or new unit, must not only learn their roles but also understand the desired outcome.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"20\">To reach their &#8216;podium,&#8217; they must interact with other members.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"25\">There are three essential elements that must be present in each member of a team before you can teach them something new.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"11\">Willingness and openness to learning<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"8\">Essential skills to execute the project<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"13\">A basic knowledge of the tasks required to reach the goals<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"18\">Each member of a team will have different levels of expertise in each area.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"17\">Your job is to manage the team and fill in any knowledge or skill gaps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"22\">However, there is one area that must be present in all members of the team.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"6\">Willingness and willingness to learn.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"27\">Every member of the team must show that they are willing to accept a challenge, even if it is difficult.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"28\">If the team is to succeed, they will need to be willing to fail and to take some risks.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"10\">Skills can, in most cases, be learned.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"9\">You can share or learn knowledge over time.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"21\">Each member of the team must be open to receiving new information and receive coaching.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"12\">It is impossible to create an individual spark or fire.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"33\">Once you have an accurate picture of each member&#8217;s position in these areas, you can then move on to coaching or teaching the team.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"16\">Understanding the three learning styles is essential in order to impart knowledge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"5\">Your team members may be kinesthetic<\/span><strong><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"7\">, <\/span><\/strong><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"7\">auditory or visual learners<\/span><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"2\">.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"19\">Your dominant learning style will influence the way you communicate information and teach new skills.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"1\">Are your team members doers?<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"4\">Are they able to do the work?<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"15\">Do your team members need to hear information in different formats?<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"14\">Are your team members visual learners?<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"38\">Are they visual learners or do they need visual cues and tools to stimulate learning?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"31\">Training, coaching, and education must be tailored to each individual&#8217;s learning style.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"30\">Remember that not all team members learn at the same speed and may require additional support.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"35\">Team success will ultimately come down to shared goals and timeframes.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"36\">Each team member should work towards the same goal. This will increase their chances of success.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"46\">It is important that you allow your team to set boundaries and consequences for each other. Also, a clear accountability plan should be established.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"42\">When preparing your team to achieve greater goals, personality styles will also be an issue.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"49\">It doesn&#8217;t matter if you use Meyers Briggs(r), or DISC(r), it is important that each member of your team understands the other&#8217;s style in order to maximize output.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"37\">External factors and internal politics can further complicate team learning dynamics.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"47\">You won&#8217;t be able to adjust your strategy if you don&#8217;t keep an eye on the external forces that can cause problems for your team.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"43\">As team members compete for recognition and promotions, internal politics can also be a hindrance.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"32\">Pay attention to the motivational forces within your team.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"44\">It is time to recognize the team members who have demonstrated mastery or achieved the desired outcome.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"34\">Each member of the team may be motivated differently.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"29\">Group rewards are rarely the best.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"39\">Always remember that each member of the team is an individual.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"40\">Consider the impact of group rewards on all members of your team.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"45\">Training for the Olympic Team is not for everyone. That is why only a few athletes achieve that goal.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"48\">Although your teams can be great, it is up to the manager to help them develop, challenge, and motivate their team to achieve even greater results.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It struck me as I watched the U.S. Olympic trials that how much effort each athlete must invest in their discipline to achieve the Olympic level of success.\u00a0The skills, knowledge, and experience required to succeed in any given sport, or team endeavor, can feel overwhelming. 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