Nom@d Learning – Latest Posts

The way people in a group communicate with one another has an impact on team dynamics. People work together to improve their performance when the dynamics are positive. When team dynamics are negative, members clash and fail to meet expectations. Several factors contribute to challenges with team dynamics: Blocking behaviours Weak or domineering leadership Groupthink… Read more

A high-performing team generates consistent, high-quality outputs, but an average team is prone to variable results and conflict. Six fundamental criteria characterise a high-performing team: A clear sense of direction. The team is united by a single goal, and everyone understands their role. Transparency and open communication. People communicate openly and regularly, settling issues swiftly… Read more

Team roles can be formal or informal. Informal roles are more difficult to define than formal roles, which describe an individual’s job title or assigned position. Team members naturally fill informal roles based on their behavioural patterns and interpersonal strengths. Nine common team roles are listed in Belbin’s notion of team roles: Are there numerous… Read more

You’ve just received your promotion. You’re ready for it, even if you’re not totally comfortable with the new role. While you may be feeling some butterflies, you’re eager to prove yourself. It’s easy to take the first steps toward transition to management, but you want to do it thoughtfully and be prepared for what’s to… Read more

As a manager, you don’t need to be the brightest, most experienced, or most skilled person in the room. While it would be nice to think that your staff would walk into your office, put all their problems on your desk, and leave when everything is solved, that’s just not reality. The good news is… Read more