Course Methodology

This course relies on the use of psychometrics aimed at helping participants learn their preferred styles of leading and communicating with others. The course also features the use of several case studies, practical exercises, and presentations by participants, followed by group discussions.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Distinguish between groups and teams and list the major characteristics of effective teams
• Identify team strengths and blind spots after analyzing team members’ styles and preferences
• Use individual differences of team members as a gate to higher team performance
• Make decisions by consensus through participation in several team building activities
• Describe effective team members’ behaviors and communication patterns
• Lead a team successfully and help it reach its potential

Target Audience

Managers, supervisors, and staff whose job involves building and managing teams as well as working in teams.

Target Competencies

• Relating to others
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Collaboration
• Decision making
• Group problem solving
• Self-awareness