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Articles and resources to help teams communicate effectively, remove distractions, and work better together.
Leadership & Management
How and Why a Co-Located Team Can Work
Co-location is optimal for agile working, making it easy to be creative, think together, and use visualizations to align on the same goal. With almost no barriers to communication, agility can flourish. However, co-location doesn’t automatically create agility, nor a high-performing team.
Sabine Wojcieszak
April 26, 2022 13 minute read
Leadership & Management
Team Development Tips for Engineering and Product Leaders
Leaders must strive to build a team where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts, but despite the importance of team building and development, not many leaders are trained for it. Learn what you can do today to improve the development of your team.
Sundeep Teki
April 12, 2022 7 minute read
Leadership & Management
Tips for Managing a Distributed Team
A distributed team offers a lot of advantages but to make it work well you need to be thoughtful. Clear communication, centralized sources of information, and a focus on results will enable your team to succeed.
Rabo James Bature
April 5, 2022 6 minute read
People & Culture
How to Foster a Self-Managed Team
Creating self-managed teams comes with some risks, but it also offers multiple benefits for your organization. Learn how to establish, manage, and foster them at your company.
Sheekha Singh
March 29, 2022 5 minute read
People & Culture
Trust-Building Activities That Remote Teams Can Use
Use these trust-building activities that are designed for remote teams to boost psychological safety and improve relationships on your team.
Sundeep Teki
March 22, 2022 6 minute read
People & Culture
Building a Cohesive Team: Challenges and Tips for Leaders
Team cohesion is one of the most important factors for your success as a leader. Use these tips to overcome common challenges and build a strong and healthy team.
Sheekha Singh
March 15, 2022 5 minute read
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