{"id":10365,"date":"2015-03-06T16:49:39","date_gmt":"2015-03-06T16:49:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sandler.dsstaging2.com\/case-study\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/"},"modified":"2023-11-14T04:00:17","modified_gmt":"2023-11-14T04:00:17","slug":"25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/","title":{"rendered":"25 Real Teamwork Tips for Managers"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>Although teamwork is frequently\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sandler.com\/blog\/6-benefits-of-teamwork-in-the-workplace\">the most efficient way<\/a>\u00a0 to complete a big project, many managers struggle to lead a cohesive team. Managing individual employees along with the broader group dynamic brings confusion to team projects, causing the work and your team management capabilities to suffer. Tackle teamwork problems before they come up with these 25 tips for becoming a more effective team manager.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#1_Hire_the_Right_People_for_Roles\" >1. Hire the Right People for Roles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#2_Get_to_Know_Every_Member_of_the_Team\" >2. Get to Know Every Member of the Team<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#3_Play_to_Individual_Strengths\" >3. Play to Individual Strengths<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#4_Establish_Ground_Rules\" >4. Establish Ground Rules<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#5_Agree_on_a_Team_Mission\" >5. Agree on a Team Mission<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#6_Promote_Sharing\" >6. Promote Sharing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#7_Steer_the_Conversation\" >7. Steer the Conversation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#8_Map_Goals_and_Timelines\" >8. Map Goals and Timelines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#9_Include_a_Teamwork_Contribution_Section_in_Performance_Reviews\" >9. Include a Teamwork Contribution Section in Performance Reviews<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#10_Build_the_Team_Relationship_outside_the_Office\" >10. Build the Team Relationship outside the Office<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#11_Ensure_Clear_Communication\" >11. Ensure Clear Communication<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#12_Be_Fair\" >12. Be Fair<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#13_Discuss_How_Different_Opinions_Will_Be_Resolved\" >13. Discuss How Different Opinions Will Be Resolved<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#14_Do_not_Assume_Team_Problems_Will_Magically_Vanish\" >14. Do not Assume Team Problems Will Magically Vanish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#15_Create_Individual_Plans_for_Every_Team_Member\" >15. Create Individual Plans for Every Team Member<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#16_Provide_Ongoing_Feedback_for_the_Group_as_a_Whole\" >16. Provide Ongoing Feedback for the Group as a Whole<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#17_Develop_Effective_Time-Management_Skills\" >17. Develop Effective Time-Management Skills<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#18_Dont_Ignore_Struggling_Employees\" >18. Don\u2019t Ignore Struggling Employees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#19_Pitch_in_and_Help\" >19. Pitch in and Help<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#20_Share_Your_Enthusiasm_for_Team_Projects\" >20. Share Your Enthusiasm for Team Projects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#21_Delegate_Responsibility\" >21. Delegate Responsibility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#22_Address_Ongoing_Interpersonal_Issues\" >22. Address Ongoing Interpersonal Issues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#23_Be_a_Team_Cheerleader\" >23. Be a Team Cheerleader<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#24_Add_Positives_to_Any_Negatives\" >24. Add Positives to Any Negatives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/blog\/25-real-teamwork-tips-for-managers\/#25_Commemorate_Achievements_Together\" >25. Commemorate Achievements Together<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Hire_the_Right_People_for_Roles\"><\/span>1. Hire the Right People for Roles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"\/blog\/managers-how-close-employees-skill-gap\/\">Skill gaps<\/a> cause the entire team to suffer when roles are not properly filled. Evaluate each team member individually to ensure that the role properly suits the employee. If at any time during the interview process you notice a potential employee is more suited for a different position, do not hesitate to suggest switching gears. Making changes early in the hiring process guarantees a potential employee will not end up in the wrong position.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Get_to_Know_Every_Member_of_the_Team\"><\/span>2. Get to Know Every Member of the Team<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sandler.com\/blog\/4-lessons-learned-from-taking-the-coach-mentality-over-the-manager-mentality\">Developing a good relationship<\/a>\u00a0with every employee forms a strong bond throughout the entire team. Building individual relationships helps ensure mutual respect between you and every employee. Getting to know team members on an individual basis also cements your position as the group leader and the person to talk to in case of issues.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Play_to_Individual_Strengths\"><\/span>3. Play to Individual Strengths<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Each member brings different skills to the group. The secret to an effective team is discovering how these individual skills <a href=\"\/blog\/five-ways-to-make-teamwork-and-collaboration-a-reality-in-a-hybrid-sales-environment\/\">work together<\/a> in the best way possible. Think of team members\u2019 abilities as unique \u201ccogs\u201d in your team \u201cmachine\u201d. When these cogs are positioned correctly, the machine runs smoothly. But when they grind together, the machine comes to a halt. As a manager, your goal is to build a well-oiled machine that does not break down. Do not be afraid to adjust individual roles as you go along.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Establish_Ground_Rules\"><\/span>4. Establish Ground Rules<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Create a reporting infrastructure so that team members knows their roles and to whom they should report a problem. If the team disagrees on an issue, decide which members get to make the final calls. Establishing ground rules for conflicts prevents arguments from getting out of hand.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Agree_on_a_Team_Mission\"><\/span>5. Agree on a Team Mission<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Start a team project by clearly articulating the team\u2019s overall mission. Letting employees see the entire company vision clears up any misunderstandings about their individual roles on the project. <a href=\"\/blog\/five-tips-for-effective-sales-leaders-to-set-clear-expectations\/\">Paint the big picture<\/a> and open up the floor for discussion in case there are any questions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Promote_Sharing\"><\/span>6. Promote Sharing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>If a shy team member is not contributing, ask their opinion on an issue to get them to speak up. Every team member should contribute to the conversation. Although public speaking may not be the employee\u2019s strongest skill, the group needs to hear from everyone to avoid resentment over unbalanced contributions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Steer_the_Conversation\"><\/span>7. Steer the Conversation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Allow everyone to contribute when starting the brainstorming process. No idea is a bad idea when working as a team. Continuing to shoot down ideas leads to hesitation from employees previously eager to share their thoughts. The best teams have an open-door policy on sharing ideas.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>However, if you find a team is running down a tangent that does not fit the project, move the conversation along. To keep team members from feeling embarrassed or annoyed, write down each idea so that you have a paper outline for the team to evaluate as a whole.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Map_Goals_and_Timelines\"><\/span>8. Map Goals and Timelines<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_11005\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11005\" style=\"width: 651px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-11005 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sandler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-to-Manage-the-Goal-Setting-Process-within-a-Team.jpeg\" alt=\"Sales team having a discussion\" width=\"651\" height=\"434\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-to-Manage-the-Goal-Setting-Process-within-a-Team.jpeg 697w, https:\/\/sandler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/How-to-Manage-the-Goal-Setting-Process-within-a-Team-300x200.jpeg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 651px) 100vw, 651px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 651px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 651\/434;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11005\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A sales team having a discussion in a conference room.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>A solid timeline keeps employees on schedule when working on a team project. By mapping out <a href=\"\/blog\/7-powerful-tips-salespeople-setting-effective-personal-goals-2023\/\">individual goals on a set timeline<\/a>, individuals can see how they need to progress as the team project moves along. Without a clearly stated plan, responsibilities fall by the wayside and get lost in the shuffle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Include_a_Teamwork_Contribution_Section_in_Performance_Reviews\"><\/span>9. Include a Teamwork Contribution Section in Performance Reviews<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Go over an employee\u2019s contribution to team goals during every performance review. Outline strengths and discuss areas for improvement. Rating performances gives team members a baseline to judge how their skills continue to grow in the long run. Show that the entire company values teamwork, and the employee will value it highly as well.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Build_the_Team_Relationship_outside_the_Office\"><\/span>10. Build the Team Relationship outside the Office<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Make it a goal to get together outside of the office periodically to discuss work in a more casual setting. A lunch outing or an afternoon happy hour is a great way to get together and talk about work without infringing on employees\u2019 personal time. Plus, creating a comfortable environment for coworkers to get to know each other will lead to a stronger bond among teammates.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Ensure_Clear_Communication\"><\/span>11. Ensure Clear Communication<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Whether utilizing direct or indirect communication, confirm that everyone is on the same page and does not have any questions. Check to make sure the team received important emails and that each employee fully understands the intended message. Try to use email and indirect communication only when absolutely necessary, as tone and message frequently become muddled when not directly discussed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Be_Fair\"><\/span>12. Be Fair<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>A manager should never play favorites with employees. While you are only human and individual circumstances may change your views, try to maintain a fair and even reaction to each group member. In special cases, balance the needs of the group with individual workloads and schedules. If workloads are unfairly distributed, resentment builds, and your team members lose respect for your authority.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Discuss_How_Different_Opinions_Will_Be_Resolved\"><\/span>13. Discuss How Different Opinions Will Be Resolved<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Map out a solid plan for how disagreements will be handled internally. For example,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sandler.com\/blog\/ways-to-deal-with-team-conflict-effectively\">if your team disagrees<\/a>\u00a0with a plan of action, have a voting system in place to create a fair process. By setting up a strategy for dealing with disagreements before they arise, you ensure the team learns how to deal with conflicts without resorting to anger or other unproductive responses.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Do_not_Assume_Team_Problems_Will_Magically_Vanish\"><\/span>14. Do not Assume Team Problems Will Magically Vanish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Notice and address the big issues as soon as they arise. Teams should expect to discuss small disagreements and resolve their issues, but when there is a larger team problem, you need to be prepared to step in and aid the team in working out a solution. Managing these problems effectively prevents a total group meltdown.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Create_Individual_Plans_for_Every_Team_Member\"><\/span>15. Create Individual Plans for Every Team Member<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Individual goals keep team members from losing sight of how they should be contributing. It is easy for team members to feel as if they can \u201ccoast by\u201d on the work of others; creating individual accountability builds a more cohesive team. If team members are feeling burdened by their workload, see if someone else can assist them in completing their part.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Provide_Ongoing_Feedback_for_the_Group_as_a_Whole\"><\/span>16. Provide Ongoing Feedback for the Group as a Whole<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Have team members give you feedback on their progress to better track total team achievements. Set up times for team members to discuss their progress, and then plan a group meeting to see how the team can improve as a whole. Monitoring company goals through constant team feedback helps keep projects on track.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Develop_Effective_Time-Management_Skills\"><\/span>17. Develop Effective Time-Management Skills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>As a group manager, you\u2019ll find things can get busy very fast. Plan out your schedule and find the best uses for your limited time. Prioritizing your workload keeps you from wasting time on the little issues. Try numbering your daily to-do list in order of importance to stay on schedule.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Dont_Ignore_Struggling_Employees\"><\/span>18. Don\u2019t Ignore Struggling Employees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>If you notice an employee is struggling to keep up or not contributing a fair amount of work to a project, set up a meeting to discuss how to resolve these issues. A team member may not be aware of subpar performance or may face personal issues that indirectly cause work to suffer. If problems persist, consider that the assigned job may not be a good fit for an employee\u2019s talents.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Pitch_in_and_Help\"><\/span>19. Pitch in and Help<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The project seems to be falling behind schedule, but every team member is overwhelmed with the workload. If this is happening to your team, discuss how you can help. While you may be there as a manager, your job is to make sure the work gets done. Contributing to the work will help build respect for you as a manager. Conversely, pushing more work onto already full plates fosters anger and resentment at your disconnect from the project.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Share_Your_Enthusiasm_for_Team_Projects\"><\/span>20. Share Your Enthusiasm for Team Projects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Moods are infectious; if you continuously hold a positive viewpoint on a project, your team will follow suit. Even if you are selling something you consider boring, find a way to get excited. Discovering a new angle or creating a team challenge can help get your employees more interested in the work.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_Delegate_Responsibility\"><\/span>21. Delegate Responsibility<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Avoid authority overlaps in team projects. While you may have the final say as the manager, assign team leaders to head up smaller goals. Teaching management skills makes your job easier in the long run and gives employees a chance to contribute more to the team.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_Address_Ongoing_Interpersonal_Issues\"><\/span>22. Address Ongoing Interpersonal Issues<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_5908\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5908\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5908 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sandler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Field-Salespeople_-Your-Meetings-Have-Cancelled_-What-Now_.jpeg\" alt=\"Businesswoman with their head in their hands in disappointment\" width=\"650\" height=\"433\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/sandler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Field-Salespeople_-Your-Meetings-Have-Cancelled_-What-Now_.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/sandler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Field-Salespeople_-Your-Meetings-Have-Cancelled_-What-Now_-300x200.jpeg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/433;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5908\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Businesswoman with their head in their hands in disappointment.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>If specific group members continuously butt heads, address the issue without hesitation. You may need to move employees around to different teams, but they should be able to resolve issues professionally. Before you consider the matter closed, figure out what caused the continuous disagreements. Understanding a breakdown in communication is key to preventing future issues. If team members continue to cause problems, take them aside to discuss how they can improve communication and become a more team-oriented employee.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"23_Be_a_Team_Cheerleader\"><\/span>23. Be a Team Cheerleader<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Never miss a chance to encourage your employees and congratulate them on an achievement, no matter how small. A positive response goes a long way to ensure that teams feel appreciated. Personally thank individuals who went above and beyond during projects. Cheering on your team nurtures a positive work environment.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"24_Add_Positives_to_Any_Negatives\"><\/span>24. Add Positives to Any Negatives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Remember to add plenty of positive feedback to any negative comments you may make. Discouraging employees through constant criticism serves only to tear them down. Applaud even small accomplishments and cushion criticisms by noting any moments of employee excellence to motivate improvement.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"25_Commemorate_Achievements_Together\"><\/span>25. Commemorate Achievements Together<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Celebrate as a whole when the team meets or exceeds goals and expectations. Be sure to reward good work from individuals and the entire team. 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