Teamwork and Problem Solving
Improve group coordination by exploring the power of listening, persuasion and communication.
The sessions are based on solving a series of practical group problems. This allows team members to explore what good teamwork looks like thus improving group effectiveness and problem solving ability.
Key messages
Communication
- The power effectiveness of face to face communication
- The role of feedback
- The importance of tone and body language
Teamwork
- What is Good Teamwork?
- The power of teams
- Leadership and “followership”
- Hearing and listening
- The role of leaders and the chairperson
Mechanics of Problem Solving
- Clarifying the problem
- Assessing the situation
- Coming up with a plan
- Executing the plan under pressure
Practicalities
- Adapting the plan
- Quality control
- Maintaining urgency
- Win-win solutions and inter-departmental teamwork