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.