Building Effective Teams

Building effective teams doesn’t happen by chance. It requires intentional leadership and practical skills. In this interactive workshop, managers will explore what sets high-performing teams apart and how to apply those principles in their own BYU work environments. Participants will learn how to create alignment around purpose, strengthen trust, and foster open, honest dialogue that leads to better decisions and stronger outcomes.

Through discussion, activities, and real-world scenarios, managers will examine the role they play in enabling their teams’ success. The workshop highlights key behaviors that empower team members, encourages a shift from directing to coaching, and introduces strategies to build accountability and shared ownership of results. Participants will also explore the dynamics that influence team effectiveness including trust, healthy conflict, commitment, and accountability, as well as how to intentionally strengthen each one.

Suggested Audience:
Managers who want to improve team performance, engagement, and collaboration.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand the characteristics of high-performing teams
• Learn how to align teams around a clear, shared purpose
• Build trust and psychological safety to encourage open dialogue
• Apply strategies that promote accountability and results
• Identify practical actions to strengthen your team’s effectiveness