Eat Sleep Work Repeat - better workplace culture "Help: my team doesn't feel connected any more"
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Sep 25, 2024 Owen Eastwood, a renowned performance coach with a focus on team culture and leadership, shares valuable insights on building stronger teams. He discusses the importance of defining roles and expectations clearly and highlights the challenges faced in corporate environments where multiple teams exist. Owen addresses how fostering a culture of belonging and psychological safety is vital for high performance. He emphasizes the crucial impact of the environment on team behavior and offers practical strategies for reconnecting teams, enhancing engagement, and driving productivity.
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Team Necessity
- Question the necessity of a team before focusing on team building.
- Evaluate if teamwork is essential for the desired outcome or if individual contributions suffice.
Team vs. Individual Work
- Owen Eastwood contrasts his non-team legal department with Saatchi & Saatchi's team-based approach.
- The legal department achieved goals through individual client work, while Saatchi & Saatchi required interdependent teams for creative projects.
Define Desired Outcome and Roles
- Start by defining the team’s desired outcome and individual roles within it.
- Ensure each member understands their contribution to the shared objective.