To ensure that organizations have the ability to move quickly in responding to the new global economy, maintain flexibility to adapt to competitive needs and to do it right the first time, many organizations have begun moving their organizations towards a team-based environment.
A majority of managers believe that the most effective way to improve morale and commitment to the organization is through a salary increase and/or benefits. In all actuality, salary and benefits are only job satisfiers, NOT job motivators. Research has shown that appreciation and a sense of belonging are the true primary job motivators for key employees to reach their full potential.
Teamwork has the ability to ensure that your organization can meet the demands of the 21st century while ensuring that your employees have a sense of appreciation and belonging. Teamwork also enhances employee learning and retention. For example, team research conducted by Proctor and Gamble showed:
- 30 – 50% lower manufacturing costs;
- Higher quality products;
- Increased levels of customer service;
- Increased worker reliability;
- More self-reliant workers;
- Quicker decision making; and
- Reduced customer and employee turnover.
Worldwide results of teamwork studies reported:
- Increased productivity – 93%
- Decreased costs – 86%
- Improved quality – 86%
- Experienced increased employee/employment effects – 70%
A true team must have a high level of trust, effective communication and a shared sense of commitment. The Birch Group can help your organization develop highly effective and productive teams by:
- Developing strong leadership skills for team leaders;
- Establishing an environment which will allow teams to become more efficient and productive;
- Instructing teams on effective team participation and project planning;
- Recognizing and utilizing strengths of individual team members;
- Enhancing a team's communication skills;
- Identifying areas of improvement for conflict resolution; and
- Tailoring a team building program to meet the individual needs of each client.
The Birch Group has over 15 years of experience in developing highly effective teams for a broad variety of industries, non-profits, government and educational institutions geared towards getting “extraordinary results from ordinary people.”