The Summer Olympics have come and gone. But one lesson that’s here to stay from them is the importance of strong teams. Having individuals that can be trusted and relied upon to work together and deliver is critical for success.

As one of Rancho Cordova’s leading staffing agencies, Pacific Staffing knows that strong teams aren’t just important for Olympic victories; they’re also important for wins at your organization, as well. And the end of the summer is a great time to work on strengthening your team. Here are some tips to help you:

1. Make Sure Team Players Understand the End Goals.

Reconnect your employees to the company’s mission and vision. Offer context so they understand the purpose of each goal and how they can contribute to its achievement.

2. Evaluate the Team’s Makeup and Competencies.

For instance, do you have the right people in the right positions? Do they have the skills, knowledge and capabilities to deliver? If not, do they have access to the support and resources they need to shore up any weaknesses?

3. Assess the Trust Factor.

Strong teams are built on trust. And if you have individuals who are only in it for themselves and don’t trust each other, it will be to your company’s detriment. Teams need trust to be successful – and team members need to be looking out for each other and the best interest of the group.

4. Ramp Up Communication. 

Poor communication leads to missteps and mistakes, while strong communication can help teams avoid pitfalls. So how effective is the communication among your team members? Do all members feel comfortable contributing to the conversation and the decision-making process?

5. Take a Balanced Approach. 

When building teams, some managers have a tendency to choose people who have similar personalities and strengths as their own. As a result, teams are skewed to a specific set of strengths and weaknesses. But to develop the best team, it’s important to have people with different personalities, and diverse skill sets and backgrounds who will round out the team and keep it balanced.

How Strong is Your Team?

If you think your team could use some improvement and you’d like to shore up weaknesses or fill skill gaps, let Pacific Staffing know. As one of Rancho Cordova’s leading staffing agencies, we can help you source, screen, interview and recruit the people you need to create the strongest team possible. Give Pacific Staffing a call today to learn more.