I have a family of five. Sometimes we have gone into the city to help at a homeless shelter. This is a great experience but it is limited if only a couple of us go. When all five go, we serve more people faster.
Similarly, as a business leader, one of the most important factors in your success is the team you surround yourself with. Building a healthy, efficient team is essential for the success and growth of your company. You may be faster alone, but you will go farther with a healthy team.
Let’s look at some areas to consider when building your team.
Right People
First, it’s essential to hire the right people. Look for individuals who not only have the required skills and experience, but also align with the values and culture of your company. These individuals will help drive your business forward and contribute to its success. When values align this ensures your culture will not become tainted.
Team Environment
Once you’ve brought the right people on board, it’s crucial to create an environment that fosters teamwork and collaboration. Encourage open communication and create opportunities for team members to collaborate on projects and tasks. A healthy team supports each other and works towards a common goal.
Develop Them
Provide your team with ongoing training and development opportunities. This not only helps them grow and improve their skills, but it also shows that you value and invest in your employees. By investing in your team, you’re investing in the future success of your company.
You may ask, “what if I train them and they leave?” What if you don’t and they stay? Helping them grow and encouraging them to help others grow will only benefit everyone on the team.
Positive Culture
Early on I did not realize the power of culture. The reality is culture will eat your leadership for lunch. Team members who feel valued, respected, and appreciated will provide much better effort and pass this on. A positive company culture not only leads to higher employee satisfaction, but also increased productivity and performance. (There is much more that could be said about this so I have included some past blogs and additional reading on the topic at the end of this post.)
Example
Finally, it’s important to lead by example. As the leader, your actions and behavior set the tone for the rest of the team. Demonstrate integrity, accountability, and a strong work ethic. By leading by example, you’ll inspire your team to do the same and create a healthy, positive work environment.
Building a healthy team takes time, effort, and dedication, but the rewards are well worth it. A strong, efficient team is essential for the success and growth of your business. Which of these areas do you need to focus on during the next week or month? Need help with developing your culture? Contact me to discover ways to help strengthen your culture and grow your team at the same time. Lead Well!
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Recommended Books on Culture
The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle
The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni
Culture Rules by Mark Miller
Past Blog Posts on Culture
https://wheelercoachingsystems.com/8-types-of-culture-which-is-yours/
https://wheelercoachingsystems.com/culture-what-makes-it/
https://wheelercoachingsystems.com/five-tips-on-building-a-healthy-culture/
https://wheelercoachingsystems.com/generosity-a-key-to-team-culture/
