What team do we not want to work in?

To carry out larger projects we need a team. Working alone is not the best idea, so take the time to construct a good project team. A good one, that is, one in which people are aware that you are playing to one goal and are guided by one goal.

However, there are some teams that you just don't want to be on...

What characterizes ineffective teams?

Lack of trust

Trust should be the foundation of any project or venture. Without confidence in the team and a sense of security, instead of focusing our energy on work, we focus on a kind of survival.
On the other hand, if we operate in a trustworthy team we are more willing to take risks and give more of ourselves - everything happens more smoothly. Therefore, if you notice trust issues in your project, it is worth working on it as soon as possible. Nothing built on a weak foundation will last!

Lack of attention to results

Sometimes it happens in a team that the work that is supposed to be done yes gets done, but no one cares to take one step further. To check if the thing works properly, if it meets the customer's expectations. The tasks on their list are ticked off, so they can go home. It also happens that tasks are not brought to completion at all.

How to influence such a team? At the beginning of project activities, define a clear goal, a plan of action and the benefits of future results. Such a view of the big picture allows you to understand why you are gathering at a particular place, and is also very valuable when motivation is lacking.

Avoiding or diluting responsibility

It's hard to see a project through to completion when the team is unwilling to take on tasks, or avoids responsibility for the results of their work. What's important in this case is a good leader who will give direction to the team, motivate people to work, and notice and develop those who want to get involved (more on how to be a good leader in this post).

Lack of commitment

Proactive actions are invaluable in teamwork. It is good to work with people who are eager to help, offer ideas that could lead the team forward. Often, unfortunately, such people are in short supply, as we are afraid that we will be taken advantage of, that the line between work and private life will be blurred. What is important here is trust, which provides the aforementioned sense of security.

Creating a good team is not such a simple matter. Sometimes disputes may arise - this is inevitable. Fortunately, there are many ways to creatively resolve conflicts so that we learn valuable lessons from them. What's important here is open communication, which will allow us to see the pain points on an ongoing basis and correct them.

Working with a team is an ongoing process that must be watched over and acted upon in a timely manner.