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Category: Small Team Leadership
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6 Huge Challenges of Managing a Small Team
Imagine it’s your first day at work managing a small team — Will you feel confident you can do the job exceptionally well because minor team issues are much easier to manage than those of bigger groups? Will you feel at ease because handling fewer people is a breeze? You might be in for a big surprise…
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The 4 Rules of Managing a Small Software Development Team!
Managing a small software development team is more complex than it sounds. You don’t need to be updated on all the ins and outs of coding and the technicalities of programming. But small dev teams have unique needs and challenges to understand to lead effectively and thoroughly. You can manage a small development team by…
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The Fascinating Pros and Cons of Working in a Small Team
Are you on the fence about accepting a job offer in a small team? Working in a small organization may not appeal to all, but I definitely think it has some perks, especially if you’re keen on acquiring more relevant experiences and exposure in your chosen field. The downsides are considerable, too, but it’s a…
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8 Values Your Small Team Needs To Survive In Business
It can be quite daunting to lead a small team, especially during the critical initial stages when it still hasn’t established a strong foothold in the business. As a leader, the responsibility of ensuring that the team gets off on the right foot rests on your shoulders. Instilling strong core values in the team early…
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5 Vital Differences Managing Small vs. Large Teams!
There is a striking difference between managing small and large teams. As a leader, you must be able to adapt to your team’s needs so you can all synergistically move onward toward the same goals. You can’t effectively manage small and large teams using the same strategies. Managing small teams involves a more direct approach…
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Why Small Teams Need a Leader! (Research vs. 12 Years of Experience)
I believe that (and science supports me in this) every team needs to be led! That doesn’t mean that every task requires a team, but not leading a small team has led to low performance and conflict in my 12 years of experience as a leader. So why is it so important to lead a…
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Why and When Large Teams Outperform Small Ones!
I have spent my time as a leader at both the top and the bottom of organizations, and one of my main takeaways is the difference in team structure, behavior, and task performance depending on team size. I have seen managers figure this out and become great leaders. And I have also seen the opposite,…
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Boost Small Team Motivation Without Team Building or Money?
Many believe that keeping teams motivated takes a lot of time, effort, and money. Although it may ring true for the first two aspects, the third is not necessarily accurate. With minimal to no budget, you can keep your employees inspired, productive, and eager to excel. You can boost motivation for small teams without team-building…
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How Great Leaders ACTUALLY Lead Small Teams: Actionable Tips!
My most recent small team was a high-performing unit of six; this was the most exhaustive and intense time as a leader I had experienced. Previously, I led teams of 100+, but my time as a manager and commander for this team was by far the most challenging. I learned a lot from my mistakes…
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15 Hints That Your Team Size Needs To Change!
During my more than twelve years in leadership positions, I have been in charge of small bomb disposal teams of six and larger HR groups of thirty. One BIG mistake I made was to lead large and small teams in the same way. It took me years to fully understand how the size of a…