Hans Donckers

Four ways to ensure team cohesion in a hybrid work environment

In recent years, the way we work has changed dramatically. Working from home and hybrid work were first met with a lot of resistance, but this new way of working is now indispensable. In fact, a recent survey found that 82% of employees now consider this to be the new normal. Companies themselves have also benefited from this shift, by rearranging the offices, but also by recruiting talent in other countries, for example. The challenge that comes with this for managers and (team)leaders is to ensure team cohesion. Team cohesion is extremely important for team success. The big question: how can we build strong teams in hybrid working conditions? JiGSO gives you 5 tips:

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Team dynamics: why it’s so awkward yet so important to discuss
Team dynamics: why it’s so awkward yet so important to discuss

Several times in the past year, I noticed our team was struggling. I realized something was going wrong and that we needed to spend more time with each other, making sure everyone felt safe to share their minds and feelings. But I more often failed than succeeded in making this happen. Why? Because I chickened out. In this article, I’ll talk about why it feels so awkward to unearth & openly discuss underlying dynamics within your team and why it is important to do so.

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The huge effect of small team rituals
The huge effect of small team rituals

Rituals come in many shapes and sizes. From the weighty religious rituals such as weddings and funerals to the small personal ones such as brushing your teeth before having breakfast (who does that?). In a business context, rituals play a powerful part in designing interaction between team members and installing predictable, recognizable patterns that create a safe environment for people to speak up. In this article, I'll discuss how small team rituals can have huge effects on team performance.

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