Pretend that you are leading a team of ten employees who are all required to work collaboratively, from a distance, to complete various work-related tasks. These ten employees have worked together successfully for the past eight years. As a team leader, you have been very happy with your team.
Recently, you learned that due to organizational expansion, five new employees will be added to this team of workers. Your organization’s Human Resource Department has already hired these employees, which is causing you concern, specifically since different personalities, work styles, etc. can influence the future success of your team.
Considering that team collaboration and cohesion are critical among all teammates, provide details regarding the following:
Propose various team-related interventions that can assist in ensuring collaboration, cohesion, positive communication, etc.
Explain how the interventions can improve both team and organizational success.
