Week 4: Team Building and Collaboration-

Session 1: The Importance of Teams in Organizations

  • Understanding the Role of Teams
  • Advantages and Challenges of Teamwork
  • Types of Teams in the Workplace

Session 2: Building High-Performing Teams

  • Stages of Team Development (Tuckman’s Model)
  • Team Norms and Roles
  • Building Trust and Psychological Safety

Session 3: Team Dynamics and Conflict Resolution

  • Team Dynamics and Groupthink
  • Common Sources of Conflict in Teams
  • Conflict Resolution Strategies

Session 4: Effective Communication and Feedback

  • Communication Styles and Barriers
  • Active Listening and Nonverbal Communication
  • Giving and Receiving Constructive Feedback

Session 5: Virtual and Cross-functional Teams

  • Challenges and Best Practices for Virtual Teams
  • Leading Cross-functional Teams
  • Leveraging Diversity in Teams