How Teamwork Contributes to Business Growth

Why don’t organizations place a greater emphasis on creating meaningful engagement in the workplace? Given the pivotal role that connection plays in fulfilling our fundamental human need for social interaction, I believe it’s warranted. Is there any ‘downside’ in doing something as simple as; regularly meeting with the people on your team, building relationships, discuss performance, and identify developmental needs? You know, being real with people, true engagement. Knowing and understanding your team is a "strategy execution principle." It’s importance spans well beyond effective team building and crosses over into on-the-job happiness, productivity, and belonging while also helping to drive your organization’s success. Sure, I agree that no one likes wasting time with useless gatherings; however, an every 30-day individual check-in or "progress meeting" can provide significant value for every manager and their direct reports. Taking the time to solely focus on an individual's performance and working to proactively understand their needs and develop their potential is a model for engagement with a high rate of return. Organizations that execute well make these meetings mandatory scheduling them with the expectation that they be held. I’m talking about an allocation of 45-60 minutes each month, using the time to listen to and focus on each team member.   These are not a series of monthly performance reviews, they are coaching, guiding, and leadership development sessions. The outcomes your organization receives from these efforts are three-fold: 1) You leaders grow by making a personal investment in the relationships they have with their people, 2) The space is being created for consistent conversations of consequence to occur, 3) You're guaranteeing that every team member knows their role and what is expected from them. This is where the execution occurs. Both parties build trust and respect, work collaboratively, and invest themselves in the success of the business. Believe it or not, this connection drives results. The organization gains a quality understanding of every team member's capabilities from each session. They know what each team member does best, who they work well with, and how to lead and challenge them. THIS IS NOT AN EXERCISE IN DOCUMENTING PERFORMANCE. It's about creating a partnership, based on mutual benefit, where two parties are committed to each other’s success. A bond is established that says when a team member fails at something, their leaders recognize they have also failed. They work together to improve. This is true engagement. "Is dedicating just 60 minutes each month to focus on your team's individual performance too high a price for a more engaged, happy, and productive workforce? Think about it. What commitment is your organization making for your team members? Your organization's success? #leadership #progress #employeeengagement #execution

Growth isn’t about having the best team.  It’s about having a unified one. I’ve worked many times with teams divided by silos—especially in the fast-paced TV business. Marketing, sales, and operations often had competing priorities, making progress feel slow and disconnected.  We decided to align everyone around a single, shared goal: Improving the customer experience. It started with weekly stand-ups, where each team shared insights and worked collaboratively on solutions.  The result? The team became more than aligned—they became unstoppable. Customer satisfaction soared, and we achieved our growth target months ahead of schedule. Unified teams don’t just hit goals—they set new ones. When every member feels connected to the mission, growth becomes inevitable. P.S.: What’s one strategy you’ve used to bring your team together? Share it below and follow me for more insights on driving growth through alignment.

How Can You Get Your Team to Ride the Wave of Your Business Plan and Growth ideas? As you dive into the depths of a business development program, or emerge from one, brimming with new ideas and strategies, how do you ensure your team is not just on board but actively paddling alongside you? As an experienced business advisor and coach, I've witnessed the transformative power of collective momentum. Here's how to inspire your team to take immediate action with the resources and knowledge you're gaining: * Communicate Your Vision: Share the big picture with your team. What are the goals of this program for the business, and how do they translate to each team member's role? * Involve Them in the Learning Process: If possible, include your team in some of the learning sessions. If not, summarize and teach them what you've learned. Make it a collaborative growth experience. * Delegate Actionable Tasks: Identify key takeaways from the program and assign actionable tasks that align with your team's strengths. This integration helps translate learning into doing. * Set Up Think Tanks: Create small groups within your team to brainstorm how new insights apply directly to your business operations. Encourage creativity and ownership of ideas. * Foster an Environment of Continuous Improvement: Cultivate a culture where every team member seeks ways to apply new knowledge to improve processes and customer experiences. * Create Accountability Structures: Establish clear expectations and follow-up mechanisms to ensure that new strategies are being implemented effectively. * Celebrate Quick Wins: Recognize and celebrate when new ideas lead to positive outcomes. This reinforces the value of the program and the importance of active participation. * Solicit Feedback: Encourage your team to give feedback on the new strategies being implemented. This not only helps refine the processes but also fosters a sense of inclusion and value. Harnessing the collective energy of your team can make the journey through a business development program, or its aftermath, not just informative but transformative. As you grow, so does your business. #Teamwork #BusinessDevelopment #Leadership #StrategicGrowth #ActionableLearning

We didn’t add $30,000,000 in 5 years because we invented some new plastic or built some state of the art manufacturing plant. Wanna know what we did? We started focusing on our biggest asset: Our people. 🥰🥰🥰 In business, we get so focused on stuff like KPIs, production schedules, or new acquisitions that we forget about the one thing that drives it all. Our people. Wanna know what drives performance more than anything? Employees who actually want to be there. And for that to happen, you actually have to care about them. That means sitting down with them. Often. One on one. And just chatting. Asking them about their lives, their family, their hobbies, and making sure they know you are there when they get stuck. Great leaders are not in charge. They take care of those in their charge. They care about the soft skills. The kindness, compassion, empathy…skills. Great leaders understand that encouragement drives performance better than criticism. Great leaders understand the value of teamwork. Great leaders lead with humility. And great leaders never shy away from hard conversations - they do it often, but alway lead with compassion and kindness. See, there is nothing that drives bottom line profitability more than a great culture. And a great culture does one thing BEST. It cares. So instead of placing all our focus on deals and data, let’s get personal. Let’s get human. It drives massive results. It’s the right thing to do. And it’s a whole lot of fun. 😘

📝 I used to think that great teams were born, not made. That some people just had that innate chemistry and coordination. But through my experience, I've learned that teamwork is a skill that can be cultivated and honed over time. At a certain startup, the sales and marketing teams had historically worked in silos, each focused on their own metrics and goals. But new leadership recognized the need for greater collaboration. They invested in training workshops to help the teams develop their skills in communication, empathy, and joint strategizing. The results were transformative. The sales reps started sharing real-time customer insights with the marketing team, who then refined campaigns and content to better address pain points. Meanwhile, the marketing team provided the sales staff with powerful new tools and messaging to engage prospects more effectively. The two departments started meeting regularly, aligning on objectives, and holding each other accountable. They celebrated wins together and supported each other through challenges. The positive energy was palpable. Within a year, that company saw a 28% increase in qualified leads, a 19% boost in conversion rates, and a 15% uptick in customer retention. But the real victory was in the cultural shift – the sales and marketing teams had truly become partners, inspiring and motivating one another. It was a textbook example of how teamwork can transform a business. Follow me for more insights related to digital marketing. #team #culture #teamwork #sales #marketing