Team Work – From ME to WE

Course Content

Understanding the “Me” vs. “We” Mentality

• Defining individualism vs. collectivism in a workplace.
• The Power of Collaboration
• Collaboration vs. Cooperation
• Benefits of teamwork: Synergy, diverse perspectives, and shared success.

Building Trust within the Team

• The Foundation of Teamwork: Trust
• Trust-Building Activity:
• Effective Communication within Teams
• Active listening skills
• Open and Honest Communication

 Shifting from “I” to “We”

• Recognizing and Overcoming Individualism
• Identifying behaviors that hinder teamwork (e.g., competitiveness, withholding information).

• Psychology behind team dynamics
• Become an essential contributor to any team.
• Identify common behaviors that undermine teamwork

Mindset Change:

• Benefits of working towards collective success rather than individual recognition.
• Importance of diverse skill sets and perspectives in driving innovation and problem-solving.
• How to break the habit of working in silos
• Discuss strategies to reframe individual goals as part of the collective team success.

Conflict Resolution in Teams

• Handling Disagreements Positively
• Transforming conflicts into opportunities for growth.
• Strategies to mediate and resolve team conflicts without losing sight of the bigger picture.