Aligning for Success: The Art of Team Development

In this episode of ReedFlections, Reed Nyffeler and co-host, Art Calderon, delve into the intricacies of team development. Reed, CEO of a global franchising security firm, shares his insights on the importance of aligning new hires philosophically, practically, and procedurally during onboarding. 

The discussion covers the pitfalls of hiring based on affirmation rather than strategic fit, the stages of building a successful team, and the critical role of leadership in maintaining alignment and setting standards. Practical tips on identifying strengths, performing time audits, and making necessary adjustments as both the team and organization evolve are also explored. 

Perfect for anyone in a leadership role looking to optimize their team's effectiveness.

Highlights

• Align philosophically, practically, and procedurally during onboarding.
• Teams should be built to achieve specific objectives.
• Avoid emotional decisions in team assembly.
• Hire to fill weaknesses, not just to affirm strengths.
• Continuous evaluation is essential for team success.
• Improvement should be prioritized over perfection.
• Set clear standards and hold team members accountable.
• The onboarding process is an extension of the hiring process.
• Recognize that personal circumstances can affect team dynamics.
• Leadership requires difficult conversations to maintain standards.