Feeling stuck or stagnant as a team is normal, and resetting your team can be easier than you think. The first step is to identify what feels off, which can fall into two broad categories: realignment and revitalization. Realignment involves reassessing your team’s purpose, goals, strategies, and roles to adapt to external shifts and improve alignment. On the other hand, revitalization focuses on enhancing team dynamics, communication habits, and meetings to foster better collaboration and productivity.
Why it matters:
Team reset matters because it helps improve team performance and morale, leading to better outcomes for the organization. Addressing issues of realignment and revitalization can prevent larger problems from arising in the future, fostering a more proactive and adaptable team culture.
- The advantage of beginning with realignment is that it enables you to connect the reset to external changes instead of individual behavioral issues, reducing the likelihood of defensive reactions.
- Reviving your team’s enthusiasm and reaffirming the purpose you strive for serves as the most effective starting point. By nurturing a positive and collaborative team culture, team members become more engaged, enthusiastic, and committed to their shared purpose.
- While contemplating resetting a stagnant team, take this opportunity to reflect on whether you also need to reset your own approach.
