Team Management
My Passion for Design is only Superseded by my Passion for my Team!
“A team is not a group of people who work together. A team is a group of people who trust each other.”
Team First
If you know your limits, then you have already given up!
An exceptional team is one that is Inspired, understands the Vision & Strategy, is Supported and is provided a Winning Culture!
To build a winning culture, I focus on mentoring, inspiring, and growing the capabilities of every individual on my team. I help increase collaboration between disciplines via workshops, collaborative weekly discussions, and shifting workplace processes and shifting the ever changing needs of work.
Building bi-directional trust is paramount in todays remote environment. I work with my teams to make sure they know:
- I bring empathy to my leadership toolkit.
- Actively listen, get to know them, build trust.
- Make sure everyone's voice is heard, build their confidence!
- Empower by involving employees in decision making process.
- Effective and Transparent Communications.
- Respect, nuf said!
- Learning & Growth, they should be better than when you hired them!
- Hire the right people!
I make sure I spend equal time with EVERY person on my team, no matter how Sr. or Jr. ever player contributes equally. I love having a diverse team, in UX the more Lens you have the better designs you will have!
Strategy to build an Exceptional Team
Clear Goals and Vision
I make sure the team has a clear understanding of its objectives and what it aims to achieve. This clarity guides the team's efforts and helps in prioritizing tasks.
Strong Leadership
I focus on effective leadership to guide the team, make strategic decisions, and provide support and motivation. I believe a good leader should also foster a sense of ownership and accountability among team members.
Trust and Respect
That storng leadership leads to high levels of trust and mutual respect between leadership and among team members enabling a positive working environment where individuals feel valued, have a voice, and supported.
Continuous Improvement
I work hard to build exceptional teams by committing to learning and growth. I regularly reflect on their performance, seek feedback, and are proactive in developing their skills and processes. I offer mentoring, or find a mentor for my team.
Positive Team Culture
Coming from a sports background, building a supportive and positive culture that celebrates successes, encourages innovation, and allows for failure without fear of blame, contributes significantly to a team's exceptional performance and positive culture.