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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Why an organisation must spend at least as much attention on teams as individuals

Why we should check in on our teams more often

Engaged talent is the backbone of any organisation. And these days, talents expect more and more from their employers: from a clear career progression to a sense of purpose.

While any employer worth their salt knows to adjust to these expectations, they also need to anticipate that individual talents come and go. Maybe they grow into a new position within the organisation or just outgrow it entirely.

So while it is vital to keep employees engaged on an individual level, it is equally, if not more, important to devote attention to a more vulnerable entity: the team.

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