Robin McCoy

Maxwell Certified Coach teaching leadership, team building and creating environments that bring out the very best in people and organizations.

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Together, we’re stronger! Have you ever had a fellow team member that complemented your work personality perfectly?

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If you’re looking to hire someone new onto your team, let your team members talk with the candidate, especially if they will be working together.

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Provide your team with space to “gather around the watercooler” to help encourage bonding and relationships—which will undoubtedly carry over into their work-life!

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Conflict isn’t something that should necessarily be avoided—conflict can also lead to innovation and productivity.

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Every individual has a set of skills that they can bring to the table—by granting them the power to work within their genius, you make the whole team stronger!

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Not everyone “clicks” right off the bat, likewise, teammates might not always see eye to eye, but we have more in common with one another than we think!

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Have you ever worked with someone who completes tasks very differently from you? What did you learn from that experience?

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Have you worked on a team with someone who ended up becoming a close friend of yours?

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When you’re part of a team, it’s critical that you show sensitivity to other’s perspectives and frequently ask for their input and feedback on any decisions you make.

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Oftentimes, we listen to respond, not to hear what the other person is saying.

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Did you know that over 50% of our communication is non-verbal?

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Have you ever been a part of a team that has challenged you to do more than you thought you were capable of?

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Be mindful that it takes time to learn new skills, remember that people can’t read your mind, and always veer toward the path of over-communicating.

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Influential leaders know that retaining a sense of calm can inspire trust and loyalty, especially when the alternative is unpredictability.

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Sometimes we can get lucky and accomplish something great, but we need a tribe of people we can continually trust and rely on to achieve long-term success.

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Clarifying guidelines is an excellent way to establish boundaries and help the team ensure efficiency and success.

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When you’re trying to solve a problem that affects the whole team, ask your team members for their thoughts and feedback.

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Even if you did play a large role, be humble. If you watched your teammates work hard, give credit where credit is due.

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Whether this is a monthly meeting that addresses stress points or a virtual bulletin board with comment forums, there are many ways to encourage new ideas and discussion.

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When you know what each person has to offer, you can utilize individuals as is necessary to help boost overall productivity.