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Characteristics of High Performance Teams
Abstract: Based on significant research, Entelechy has defined characteristics of effective teams. Entelechy reviewed over 50 studies on high performance teams and compiled a list of high performance team characteristics. We grouped characteristics into eight categories as indicated on the graphic below. Participative Leadership Aligned On Purpose And Vision Task Focused See if your team shares characteristics of High Performance Teams. Circle the characteristics that describe your team; cross off those that don't describe your team. PARTICIPATIVE LEADERSHIP
ALIGNED ON PURPOSE AND VISION
TASK FOCUSED
SHARED RESPONSIBILITY
INNOVATIVE
PROBLEM SOLVING
STRONG COMMUNICATION
RESPONSIVE
SELF MONITORING
About The Author Terence R. Traut is the president of Entelechy, Inc., a company that helps organizations unlock the potential of their people through customized training programs in the areas of sales, management, customer service, and training. Check out our 40 customizable modules, training tools, and eGuides at www.unlockit.com. Terence can be reached at 603-424-1237 or ttraut@unlockit.com
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