Team Building by William G. Dyer; Jeffrey H. Dyer; W. Gibb DyerISBN: 9781118416143
Publication Date: 2013-01-03
Dyer, W. G., Dyer, J. H., & Dyer, W. G. (2013).
Team building: proven strategies for improving team performance (5th ed.). Jossey-Bass. https://www.proquest.com/legacydocview/EBC/1108693?accountid=25320
- This is a short book that provides a plethora of information. You will learn about the the Four Cs of Team Development, Team Building in Different Types of Teams, and other practical team leadership lessons.
The Secrets of Great TeamworkHaas, M., & Mortensen, M. (2019, March 18). The secrets of great teamwork.
Harvard Business Review, pgs. 70-76. Retrieved from https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=sso&db=edb&AN=115490493&site=eds-live&scope=site&custid=natuniv
- This article from Harvard Business Review discusses the challenges of team building and how to build a great team, despite those challenges. More importantly, the article discusses effective ways to collaborate in difficult situations.
What Does Professionalism Look Like?Gavett, G. (2016, April 19). What does professionalism look like? Retrieved from https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=sso&db=edb&AN=118647075&site=eds-live&scope=site&custid=natuniv
- This article provides a concise overview of workplace professionalism, and what it is not.
Leadership Team Development Versus Team Building EventsMarczewski, G (2019). Leadership team development versus team building events: What’s the best way to build lasting trust among teams? Retrieved from https://www.livingasaleader.com/Resources/Leadership-Blog/Leadership-Team-Development-Versus-Team-Building-Events-Whats-the-best-way-to-build-lasting-trust-among-teams.htm
- Not all team building exercises are created equal. This article discusses the effective use of team building exercises and three advantages of the team building process. This article has a strong focus on team leadership.
Tuckman’s Five Stage ModelTuckman, B. W., & Jensen, M. A. C. (2010). Stages of Small-Group Development Revisited.
Group Facilitation: A Research & Applications Journal, 10, 43–48. https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=sso&db=bth&AN=49049910&site=eds-live&scope=site&custid=natuniv
- This scholarly article discusses Tuckman’s Five Stage Model of teambuilding. The article reviews Tuckman’s 1966 work, expanding upon his ideas (adding the adjourning stage), making them more relevant.
Using the Stages of Team DevelopmentStein, J. (n.d.). Using the stages of team development. Retrieved from https://hr.mit.edu/learning-topics/teams/articles/stages-development
- Stein outlines, in a very easy to understand manner, Tuckman’s Five Stage Model. The article discusses the stages (Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, and Termination/Ending (Adjorning) while providing information on how to understand and navigate each stage.
Sinek, S. (2014). Why good leaders make you feel safe [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_why_good_leaders_make_you_feel_safe
When communicating change, it is imperative that the employees feel safe and trust not only the words of the leader but the actions. This video Bu world renowned business leadership expert, Simon Sinek explores some leadership challenges, how to inspire trust, and how to bring employees into a “circle of trust.”
Communicating Across, Within and Between, Cultures: Toward Inclusion and Social Change Sison, M. D. (2017). Communicating across, within and between, cultures: Toward inclusion and social change.
Public Relations Review, 43(1), 130–132. Retrieved from https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&AuthType=sso&db=edselp&AN=S0363811116304234&site=eds-live&scope=site&custid=natuniv
- In this article, Sison answers the question, “Who is communicating with whom, and why?” Sison touches on diversity and inclusion, inspiring social change, and communicating with people from diverse cultural and geographic backgrounds.
Lorenzo, R. (2017). How diversity makes teams more innovative [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.ted.com/talks/rocio_lorenzo_want_a_more_innovative_company_hire_more_women
Diversity is not just so that people look alike. With diversity comes diverse ideas and skills. In the above video, Lorenzo discusses the positive impact diversity has on innovation within and between teams.
9 Amazing Team Building Games and ExercisesRegan, R. (2019, November 28). 9 amazing team building games and exercises. Retrieved from https://connecteam.com/team-building-games-exercises/
- This resource offers some of the best team building games that are both educational and enjoyable. Read about how these exercises can be effective, productive, and successful!
12 Non-Awkward Team Building ActivitiesVan Edwards, V. (2020, April 22). 12 Non-awkward team building activities that build trust. Retrieved from https://www.scienceofpeople.com/team-building-activities/
- This resource provides several unique and fun team-building examples for professional development and even for sports!
The Next Generation of Ethical LeadershipPinckney, T. M. (n.d.). The next generation of ethical leadership. Retrieved January 2019, from https://www.nacva.com/content.asp?admin=Y&contentid=707
- In this article, Pinckney discusses what it takes to lead ethically, set a tone of strong ethics and integrity, consider ethical dilemmas, and lead across generations.
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