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Nancy, I would suggest she concentrate on one project with frequent feedback/ status meetings with you. Keep doing this until both of you are satisfied that the work is progressing well. Ron Obstfeld

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Team Leader

Jagrup, I disagree. There are numerous professional situations where formal training would be a great asset in resolving important issues. Ron Obstfeld

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Team Engagement

Brad, Consider close monitoring early on to ensure there is positive team interaction. If not, you can make a course correction early on. Ron Obstfeld

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Sara, Excellent options. Tanks so much for sharing. Ron Obstfeld

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w, Creating a safe zone sounds good. The trick is to prove to team members how it works. People are skeptical about such rhetoric especially in today's corporate environment. Ron Obstfeld

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Brad, How would you ensure productivity of the team? Ron Obstfeld

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Rene, I agree that you can "train" a team lead in such skills as organization, communication and planning. In my opinion what seperates a good leader from a great leader are people skills...listening,empathy,intuition and vision. Ron Obstfeld

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The Challenge of Teambuilding

albert, What would you do in order to rectify this situation? Ron Obstfeld

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Herman, I agree with the concept but you have not explained the strategies you would use to in your "inclusive style". Ron Obstfeld

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nutisha, It's a good start. You should also make sure each person is matched with a task that they can do or learn. Additionally a commuication system should be apoplied to ensure that tasks are being completed to the required quality and timeframes. Ron Obstfeld