Build a productive working environment

• Ensure team members have the skills and resources they need.
• Provide a comfortable working environment.
• Spend time outside of the office – team away days, dinners, lunches to create a deeper bond with each other.

Provide clear, compelling team goals

• Develop a team charter – include ground rules, team mission statement,  desired team behaviours, core values, and guidelines for meetings, workload distribution and communications.
• Ensure roles and responsibilities are clear.
• Make sure all team members are aware of the objectives and how the team will reach them.

Deliver appreciation for teamwork

• Give the team space to make mistakes and grow – applaud for the effort they put in.
• Celebrate when the team achieves a milestone.
• Balance team and individual praise.

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