Table 5 Findings applied to Tuckman’s team lifecycle
From: Team effectiveness: epidemiologists’ perception of collective performance during emergency response
Forming | Storming | Norming | Performing | Adjourning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
- Facilitation of opportunities for team members to build relationships - Establishment of clear expectations - Strong leadership with clear direction - Adjusting to continual changes in team composition | - Early identification and recognition of issues - Facilitation of resolution - Building trust - Encouraging feedback - Supportive environment with opportunity for debriefing - Identification of knowledge/skill gaps - Adjustment of roles / responsibilities based on skill sets | - Recognition of individual skills / knowledge - Mentoring - Strengthening skills / knowledge with learning opportunities and feedback - Building a positive team working culture - Recognition of what each person brings to the team | - Clear roles and responsibilities - Celebrating success - Providing opportunity for collective problem solving and decision making - Flexibility to adjust to rapid changes | - Provide opportunity for reflection on team function and performance - Celebrate positive outcomes - Identify and share lessons learnt - Identify teams or individuals that work well together for future response collaboration |