Chapter 3
Connectedness
“Interdependence is and ought to be as much the ideal of man as self-sufficiency. Man is a social being.”
– Mahatma Gandhi
Supportive leadership style
Avoid autocratic behavior which can negatively impact team cohesion.
Instead, adopt a democratic approach where team members feel their opinions are valued and considered.
Promote shared leadership
Distribute leadership roles within the team to leverage diverse skills and perspectives.
For example, rotate the role of meeting facilitator among team members to build leadership capabilities across the team.
Implement transformational leadership practices
Inspire and motivate your team by communicating a compelling vision and showing enthusiasm for the team’s goals.
Transformational leadership has been shown to significantly enhance team cohesion and performance.
Foster informal social connections
Encourage social activities that allow colleagues to build personal relationships.
For example, organize casual team-building events like virtual coffee breaks, online game nights, or interest-based groups.
Provide resources for communities
Create informal communication channels.
Examples are Slack / Teams channels or Bevoy communities where colleagues can share non-work-related content and engage in light-hearted conversations.
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