real work to solve big problems.
Imagine that this group is deeply
committed to each other and to
the personal transformation of each
person in the group. Now imagine that
they are equally committed to the
work that they have agreed to do and
are committed to a set of disciplines to
keep them on track. A team like that
would be meaningful and effective
and many of us would consider it a
privilege to be a part of it.
How to form an effective team. A
team isn’t just a committee with a
different name and saying that we
are going to be a team doesn’t
make us one. Effective teams share
some disciplines and commitments
that make them cohesive and
effective.
Determine your common purpose.
A common purpose is an inspiring
challenge that has the capability
to motivate a team to high perfor-
mance. If it is clear enough and
compelling enough, team members
will be willing to sacrifice for it and it
will guide the team even when things
get hard.
Clearly defining a team’s primary
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