Please find below a selection of team building & teamwork quotes from yesterday’s and today’s best leaders, coaches and top influences. We will be updating and adding new quotes regularly so be sure to bookmark this page so you can come back often to be inspired. A team is a group of people with different abilities, […]
“There is no such thing as a self-made man. You will reach your goals only with the help of others.” – George Shinn In the business world this is very true. People often forget that it is the collective efforts of certain individuals that govern the success or failure of a team. In today’s day in […]
https://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Teamwork-the-differences-that-make-the-difference.jpg320640Darren Bradyhttps://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ttb-logo-new.pngDarren Brady2018-04-20 10:49:342018-04-20 10:51:21Team Work – The Differences That Make The Difference
A lot of top leaders and executives always seem to have a lot of big plans to talk about and visions to share about the company, but how often do we see them laying out a step by step plan about how those visions will come about? Is it better to be able to create […]
https://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Big-Picture-vs-Detail.jpg320640Darren Bradyhttps://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ttb-logo-new.pngDarren Brady2018-04-18 10:00:522018-04-14 02:14:45Big Picture Versus the Details: What's More Important for a Leader To See?
Teamwork is a difficult thing to manage in today’s workforce. Employees, especially millennials newly entering the workforce, are looking for satisfying jobs where they will be able to have their say and see where their efforts are bearing fruit. While this isn’t a bad quality, it can be challenging when working with teams, as there […]
https://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Team-Conflict.jpg320640Darren Bradyhttps://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ttb-logo-new.pngDarren Brady2018-04-13 14:44:542018-04-13 15:33:00Is Team Conflict a Good Thing or a Bad Thing?
The Perth Scorchers are so far the most successful team in BBL history, having won three championships and coming runners-up twice in its 7-year history. The coach of the scorchers is nonother than former Australian cricketer Justin Langer who played 105 Test matches for Australia between 1993 and 2007, scoring 7696 runs and 23 centuries. […]
https://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/No-Assholes-On-The-Team.jpg320640Darren Bradyhttps://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ttb-logo-new.pngDarren Brady2018-02-03 10:19:062018-02-03 10:19:06No Assholes On The Team
What makes a good team? That’s the burning question. There are a number of theories that bring success to a team (take Bruce Tuckman’s five stages of Team Development for instance) that have impacted teams and individuals alike, but what specifically creates a successful team? Creating a vibrant atmosphere along with perusing a team that […]
https://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Transform-Your-Team-with-10-Actions.jpg320640Sandy Smithhttps://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ttb-logo-new.pngSandy Smith2017-09-27 14:38:392017-09-27 15:41:5210 Valuable Actions To Positively Transform Your Team
Introduction Meetings are generally considered to be one of the worst parts of most people’s jobs, but have you ever asked yourself why? Even leaders tend to dread meetings, because this negative energy surrounding the word spreads like wildfire. But, there’s no good reason we should all hate meetings so much. In reality, meetings can […]
https://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/How-to-Run-an-Effective-Team-Meeting.jpg320640Christine Smithhttps://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ttb-logo-new.pngChristine Smith2017-08-03 08:17:102017-08-03 08:17:10How to Run an Effective Team Meeting
We hear a lot about diversity, because of the ever-changing world around us. But, when you’re forced to face it and learn how to unite a team of highly diverse people, how do you do it? Team Diversity is Helping Your Organization First of all, it’s important to understand that diverse team members are actually […]
https://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Unifying-a-team-of-diverse-members.jpg320640Darren Bradyhttps://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ttb-logo-new.pngDarren Brady2017-07-05 01:11:162018-01-22 11:44:15Unifying a Team of Diverse Members
Empowerment is a tricky topic in most workplaces, because it disrupts the normal working dynamics of an organisation. Most employees would prefer more empowerment rather than more structured decision-making. However, many leaders are not willing to work towards this same goal. In this article, I want to explore some of the reasons why leaders aren’t […]
https://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/7-Obstacles-That-Keep-Leaders-From-Empowering-Their-Teams.png320640Darren Bradyhttps://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ttb-logo-new.pngDarren Brady2017-05-23 15:08:252017-05-23 15:08:257 Obstacles That Keep Leaders from Empowering Their Teams
Mentorship is the kind of word we mostly hear in a corporate context when some older executive wants to take a younger staff member “under their wing” and turn them into something great. This isn’t something every leader thinks about on a regular basis, although it’s actually something that all leaders need to seriously consider. […]
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It’s not uncommon to hear people say that everyone makes mistakes. Although this seems to be common knowledge, there is still very little grace for those in positions of leadership who make mistakes on the job. Many mistakes that leaders make are simple issues that could have been handled differently if the leader was more […]
https://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/5-Common-Mistakes-That-Team-Leaders-Make.png320640Darren Bradyhttps://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ttb-logo-new.pngDarren Brady2017-04-10 18:07:232017-04-10 18:07:235 Common Mistakes Team Leaders Make
In many organisations worldwide the question of team size comes up any time a new team needs to be formed or an existing team is being evaluated. While this isn’t the only factor that affects how a team will behave, nor is it the most important in the majority of cases, it is an undeniably relevant question that demands a logical answer.
https://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/What-is-the-ideal-team-size.png320640Darren Bradyhttps://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ttb-logo-new.pngDarren Brady2017-03-20 23:33:032017-03-20 23:34:52What is the Ideal Team Size for a Working Team?
Leadership is not a one size fits all concept that you can slip over every situation. It looks different in many different situations. While there are many principles that apply to leaders in all areas, they must be adapted to fit the specifics of every situation. One principle that is somewhat controversial in some circles […]
https://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Why-Leaders-Need-To-Train-Others.png320640Darren Bradyhttps://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ttb-logo-new.pngDarren Brady2017-03-01 15:10:032017-03-01 15:10:03Raising Up Others: Why Leaders Need to Train Others to Take Their Place
You have probably heard something to the effect of “he/she is a natural leader” during your life, whether they were talking about you or someone else. You have probably also met someone who was naturally good at leadership, but have you ever considered what it is that makes someone a natural leader or not? How […]
https://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Characteristics-of-Natural-Leader.png320640Darren Bradyhttps://www.totalteambuilding.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ttb-logo-new.pngDarren Brady2017-02-23 23:39:302017-02-23 23:39:30What Are The Characteristics of a Natural Leader?
Team leaders have a lot of responsibilities placed on their shoulders. They are the ones who are tasked with making sure a team works well and gets their goals accomplished. Many things are involved in that process, but is the task of motivating team members a part of a leader’s role? Or, is it something […]
Team Building Quotes
/in Motivation /by Darren BradyPlease find below a selection of team building & teamwork quotes from yesterday’s and today’s best leaders, coaches and top influences. We will be updating and adding new quotes regularly so be sure to bookmark this page so you can come back often to be inspired. A team is a group of people with different abilities, […]
Team Work – The Differences That Make The Difference
/in Team /by Darren Brady“There is no such thing as a self-made man. You will reach your goals only with the help of others.” – George Shinn In the business world this is very true. People often forget that it is the collective efforts of certain individuals that govern the success or failure of a team. In today’s day in […]
Big Picture Versus the Details: What’s More Important for a Leader To See?
/in Leadership /by Darren BradyA lot of top leaders and executives always seem to have a lot of big plans to talk about and visions to share about the company, but how often do we see them laying out a step by step plan about how those visions will come about? Is it better to be able to create […]
Is Team Conflict a Good Thing or a Bad Thing?
/in Conflict Management, Culture Change, Team /by Darren BradyTeamwork is a difficult thing to manage in today’s workforce. Employees, especially millennials newly entering the workforce, are looking for satisfying jobs where they will be able to have their say and see where their efforts are bearing fruit. While this isn’t a bad quality, it can be challenging when working with teams, as there […]
No Assholes On The Team
/in Culture Change, Leadership, Team /by Darren BradyThe Perth Scorchers are so far the most successful team in BBL history, having won three championships and coming runners-up twice in its 7-year history. The coach of the scorchers is nonother than former Australian cricketer Justin Langer who played 105 Test matches for Australia between 1993 and 2007, scoring 7696 runs and 23 centuries. […]
10 Valuable Actions To Positively Transform Your Team
/in Team /by Sandy SmithWhat makes a good team? That’s the burning question. There are a number of theories that bring success to a team (take Bruce Tuckman’s five stages of Team Development for instance) that have impacted teams and individuals alike, but what specifically creates a successful team? Creating a vibrant atmosphere along with perusing a team that […]
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/in Corporate Events /by Darren BradyHow to Run an Effective Team Meeting
/in Team /by Christine SmithIntroduction Meetings are generally considered to be one of the worst parts of most people’s jobs, but have you ever asked yourself why? Even leaders tend to dread meetings, because this negative energy surrounding the word spreads like wildfire. But, there’s no good reason we should all hate meetings so much. In reality, meetings can […]
Unifying a Team of Diverse Members
/in Culture Change, Team /by Darren BradyWe hear a lot about diversity, because of the ever-changing world around us. But, when you’re forced to face it and learn how to unite a team of highly diverse people, how do you do it? Team Diversity is Helping Your Organization First of all, it’s important to understand that diverse team members are actually […]
7 Obstacles That Keep Leaders from Empowering Their Teams
/in Culture Change, Employee Engagement, Leadership /by Darren BradyEmpowerment is a tricky topic in most workplaces, because it disrupts the normal working dynamics of an organisation. Most employees would prefer more empowerment rather than more structured decision-making. However, many leaders are not willing to work towards this same goal. In this article, I want to explore some of the reasons why leaders aren’t […]
Do Leadership Figures Still Need Mentors?
/in Leadership /by Darren BradyMentorship is the kind of word we mostly hear in a corporate context when some older executive wants to take a younger staff member “under their wing” and turn them into something great. This isn’t something every leader thinks about on a regular basis, although it’s actually something that all leaders need to seriously consider. […]
5 Common Mistakes Team Leaders Make
/in Leadership /by Darren BradyIt’s not uncommon to hear people say that everyone makes mistakes. Although this seems to be common knowledge, there is still very little grace for those in positions of leadership who make mistakes on the job. Many mistakes that leaders make are simple issues that could have been handled differently if the leader was more […]
What is the Ideal Team Size for a Working Team?
/in Team /by Darren BradyIn many organisations worldwide the question of team size comes up any time a new team needs to be formed or an existing team is being evaluated. While this isn’t the only factor that affects how a team will behave, nor is it the most important in the majority of cases, it is an undeniably relevant question that demands a logical answer.
Raising Up Others: Why Leaders Need to Train Others to Take Their Place
/in Leadership /by Darren BradyLeadership is not a one size fits all concept that you can slip over every situation. It looks different in many different situations. While there are many principles that apply to leaders in all areas, they must be adapted to fit the specifics of every situation. One principle that is somewhat controversial in some circles […]
What Are The Characteristics of a Natural Leader?
/in Leadership /by Darren BradyYou have probably heard something to the effect of “he/she is a natural leader” during your life, whether they were talking about you or someone else. You have probably also met someone who was naturally good at leadership, but have you ever considered what it is that makes someone a natural leader or not? How […]
Are Leaders Responsible for Motivating Team Members?
/in Leadership, Motivation /by Darren BradyTeam leaders have a lot of responsibilities placed on their shoulders. They are the ones who are tasked with making sure a team works well and gets their goals accomplished. Many things are involved in that process, but is the task of motivating team members a part of a leader’s role? Or, is it something […]