The John Adair Handbook of Management and Leadership

(Tuis.) #1
Size of team: Is the size correct?
Team members: Are the right people working together? Is
there a need for sub-groups to be
constituted?
Team spirit: Do I look for opportunities for building
teamwork into jobs? Do methods of pay
and bonus help to develop team spirit?
Discipline: Are the rules seen to be reasonable? Am I
fair and impartial in enforcing them?
Grievances: Are grievances dealt with promptly? Do I
take action on matters likely to disrupt
the group?
Consultation: Is this genuine? Do I encourage and
welcome ideas and suggestions?
Briefing: Is this regular? Does it cover current
plans, progress and future developments?
Represent: Am I prepared to represent the feelings
of the group when required?
Support: Do I visit people at their work when the
team is apart? Do I then represent to the
individual the whole team in my manner
and encouragement?

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