“Great things in business are never done by one person; they are done by a team of people.” — Steve Jobs
In business, tangible results are seldom achieved by a single individual. The intricacies of a business are so enormous that only a collaborative approach can drive results. This is why organizations are made up of teams.
But how do you manage people with different perspectives, personality traits, and backgrounds so that they work harmoniously to pursue a common goal? This might seem feel like finding a needle in a haystack but it is doable nonetheless. Moreover, effective team management is how you drive motivation and creativity among your employees.
Here are 5 effective tips for team management
- Establish a culture of trust and openness: an open work environment helps employees thrive as they are able to express themselves. They are not afraid to contribute ideas and suggestions. Moreover, knowing that they are safe makes them happy and motivated.
- Don’t micromanage: micromanaging your employees can stifle creativity. It is easy to fall into the routine of checking on every task assigned to employees as well as sending reminders to the point that they lose the freedom to take initiative. Constantly reflect to see if you are still giving room to your team members to take responsibility for their tasks.
- Give valuable feedback: Feedback is important to employee performance. Both applause and constructive criticism help your team grow professionally. Don’t shy away from letting your team when they fall short of expectations and they should be applauded in times of excellent performance.
- Effective communication is key: Research by a US firm, Gartner shows that 70% of business mistakes are due to poor communication. Roles, expectations, and business goals should be communicated clearly to team members to ensure that everyone knows where they come in and work collaboratively.
- Be human: Employees are first human and should be treated as such. Do things that remind them that you care. Treat them with empathy. Provide a structure that lets them balance work and life.
You are doing your business a world of good when you manage your team effectively.
