Teams

 The composition of a good team is more than just a collection of talented individuals; it is a system built on Trust, structure, and shared accountability.

Here is what truly makes a good team:

 1. Trust

This is the number one predictor of team success. It is the belief that you won’t be punished or humiliated for speaking up with ideas, questions, concerns, or mistakes.

Why it matters: If people are afraid to admit they can't find a document or that they made an error in a drawing, the problem stays hidden until it becomes a catastrophe.

 2. Clarity of Roles and Goals

Every member needs to know exactly what they are responsible for and what the "win" looks like.

 3. Dependability

In a good team, members can rely on each other to do high quality work on time.

 4. Constructive Conflict

Good teams don’t always agree. In fact, they argue but they argue about ideas, not personalities.

5.Shared Values and "The Standard"

A good team has a high minimum standard of quality they are willing to accept.

Consistency is key, whether it's how a file is named or how a client is spoken to, the team holds each other to a standard. They don't wait for a manager to point out a mistake.

 6. Meaning and Impact

People work harder when they believe their work matters.

High performing Team vs Struggling Team