In the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of today’s organizations, the significance of developing your team cannot be overstated and fostering the growth and potential of your team members becomes an essential cornerstone for achieving long-term success.

A well-developed team not only possesses the skills and knowledge required to excel in their individual roles but also thrives in collaboration, communication, and adaptability.

Here are some strategies you can employ to effectively help your team develop:

  • Clear Communication: Establish open lines of communication to understand the needs, goals, and aspirations of your team members.
  • Set Clear Expectations: Clearly articulating your expectations regarding performance, behavior, and growth enables your team members to have a clear roadmap for their development.
  • Lead by Example: Serve as role models for your team by actively participating in your own development and showcase a commitment to learning and growth.
  • Recognize and Reward: You should acknowledge and appreciate the efforts and achievements of their team members. Recognizing milestones, successes, and growth not only motivates individuals but also reinforces a culture of development and continuous improvement.

Interested in learning more? Percipio has a variety of books, articles, courses, podcasts, and videos for this topic and many more! Begin your adventure with these hand-picked resources:

Skill Benchmark: Team Development and Management Strategies

Strengthen your leadership skills with strategies to unlock team potential, deliver effective feedback, and use positive conflict to drive innovation. Learn to empower others, build future-ready capabilities, and lead your organization to success.

This benchmark assesses your current knowledge and highlights growth areas, helping you tailor your learning journey. Courses at the end offer targeted support to close any gaps. Access the assessment tool here.

Expert Reflections: Managing Up- How to Build a Better Relationship with Your Manager

Learn how to build a better employee-manager relationship with communication style, setting expectations, and giving and receiving constructive feedback. Access the video short here.

Elevating Cougs 2023 Replay: Managing as a Mentor

Mentors make the best managers, especially when there is alignment that allows for the mentor/mentee relationship. Learn how to identify ways to become an effective mentor for your team members. Access the video here.

Beyond Team Building: How to Build High Performing Teams and the Culture to Support Them

Beyond Team Building introduces the “Five C” framework—context, composition, competencies, change, and collaborative leadership—to help you assess and improve team performance. Ideal for team leaders, members, and consultants looking to build high-performing, resilient teams. Access the audiobook here.

Content Credit: Carey Musburger, Sr. Assistant, HRS Learning and Organizational Development