Example from the Development Guide
Utilization of Team Resources Success Factor
The degree to which the abilities of individual team members are appropriately deployed in effectively carrying out the team’s mission.
Sample Behavioral Indicator from the Survey
I feel that I am more productive because I am a contributing member of this team.
For Team Leaders
Look for Ways to Synergize Talent
Become a talent scout and a talent agent. Study each team member’s strengths and weaknesses and preferred method of working, and have open discussions with each of them privately about these issues as well as what they want to get out of their work with the team. Once you have all this information, discuss potential assignments with team members in the group forum, and if there are obvious gaps and overlaps, work with the team on strategies to meet the needs. As much as possible, actively seek to design the way people work. Complement team members’ weaknesses by placing the content of their work in alignment with their strengths. However, avoid being too rigid. Excellent contributions can come from any source, and stretch assignments can be great learning opportunities.
For Team Members
Consider Team Participation a Career Opportunity
Ask yourself how you can best contribute to the team’s mission, what unique talents you have to offer, and especially what new things you might have an opportunity to practice and learn. Speak up about your particular interests and what you have to offer. Be clear about areas you feel you are weak in, especially if asked to do something you find particularly challenging. If you have particular work habits that may affect your participation in some way, describe them and discuss with the team how best to integrate your efforts with theirs. Remember that all collective efforts require flexibility. The more your contributions can be part of a collegial process, the better the solutions