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Dynamic Teams: Reteaming Patterns & Practices • Heidi Helfand & Charles Humble

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Oct 18, 2024
Heidi Helfand, the author of 'Dynamic Reteaming,' brings over two decades of tech industry experience to discuss effective team dynamics. She emphasizes embedding core company values into daily operations and shares insights on knowing when to split a team for better efficiency. Topics like managing dependencies among specialists and handling toxic team members are crucial for maintaining healthy dynamics. The conversation also touches on actionable strategies for navigating organizational changes and offers valuable book recommendations for continuous learning.
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ADVICE

Whiteboard Reteaming

  • Involve team members in re-organization discussions for better outcomes.
  • Use whiteboard reteaming to facilitate transparent discussions and gather valuable input.
ANECDOTE

Spotify & Procore's Reteaming

  • Spotify successfully re-organized teams by involving members in an open discussion.
  • Procore Technologies emulated this approach and benefited from the transparency and feedback.
ADVICE

Timeboxing Reorganizations

  • Set clear timelines and schedules for organizational changes.
  • Assign a project manager to oversee the execution and ensure timely completion.
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