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One of the underrated tricks to building a team that works well together is ensuring every team member has a clear understanding of what the group is trying to achieve and how their work contributes to that goal. When people know how their efforts fit into the bigger picture, they are more likely to be motivated and collaborate effectively with others to reach the desired outcome. So, it is essential to create a shared vision that connects each person’s and company’s goals. Building a culture of teamwork and collaboration is quite easy to navigate when you follow these few steps:
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- Make use of collaboration tools: Organizational leaders need to identify the right tools and technologies, such as productivity suites, video conferencing tools, and communication platforms, to enable effective collaboration. One of these tools is Google Workspace, which allows team members to work on documents with its products such as Google Docs in real-time while using its communication tools such as Gmail, Google Chat, and Google Meet.
- Establish roles and responsibilities: Defining the roles and responsibilities of each person is an essential aspect of teamwork. An environment whereby each team member knows what is expected of him or her allows for easy communication and collaboration. Every member of the team should be assigned specific tasks that fit into their skill sets or level of expertise and they should also understand how each of their contributions is crucial to the goal of the team.
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- Create a positive and inclusive workplace environment: An inclusive environment lets every member of the organization regardless of their background feel welcomed, respected, and valued. Organizational leaders can make their employees feel valued by going the extra mile to see to their professional development and growth. There are workshops, training, or courses that employees can engage in to improve their skills and advance their careers such as Coursera, Udemy, etc. Most importantly, collaborate effectively with Google Workspace when you pay for your subscription with FOUND today.
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