{"id":149047,"date":"2024-04-11T01:06:45","date_gmt":"2024-04-11T08:06:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/?p=149047"},"modified":"2024-04-11T01:06:49","modified_gmt":"2024-04-11T08:06:49","slug":"how-to-develop-a-team","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Develop a High-Performing Team in 8 Proven Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Around <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gallup.com\/workplace\/547283\/workplace-trends-leaders-watch-2024.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">51%<\/a> &nbsp;of organizations have restructured their teams in 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unsurprisingly, managers are focusing on team reset in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Team development is a continuous exercise for a good reason. Teams keep changing, evolving, and growing due to various factors. As a result, you need to keep focusing on the multiple aspects of team development to ensure the team is high-performing and motivated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A well-managed team:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Encourages creativity and communication among team members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improves the team&#8217;s decision-making prowess<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breaks down silos between departments and teams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offers enhanced learning opportunities where juniors learn from their seniors&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduces fatigue and improves engagement levels, leading to successful outcomes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allows managers to capitalize on the team&#8217;s complete potential<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increases employee workplace well-being and connection with each other<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enables organizations (<a href=\"https:\/\/core.ac.uk\/download\/pdf\/249335744.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">50%<\/a>) to attain their operational goals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0022103114000420?via%3Dihub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Stanford<\/a> study claims that working together can <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/motivating-a-team\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">motivate a team<\/a>, turning work into play. This guide will take you through eight simple and proven steps to develop a high-performing team.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-c3ca549e-6b1e-4282-9b4d-3134831791db\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">How to Develop a Team in Eight Easy Steps<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \">\n\t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#0-how-to-develop-a-team-in-eight-easy-to-follow-steps-\" style=\"\">How to Develop a Team in Eight Easy-to-Follow Steps<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#1-step-1-build-goals-to-get-people-in-sync-\" style=\"\">Step 1: Build goals to get people in sync<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#2-step-2-think%E2%80%94whats-your-company-culture-like-\" style=\"\">Step 2: Think\u2014What&#8217;s your company culture like?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#3-step-3-focus-on-training-\" style=\"\">Step 3: Focus on training<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#4-step-4-create-a-well-rounded-development-plan-\" style=\"\">Step 4: Create a well-rounded development plan<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#5-step-5-drive-24x7-communication-and-effortless-collaboration-\" style=\"\">Step 5: Drive 24&#215;7 communication and effortless collaboration<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#6-step-6-invest-in-360-degree-project-management-software-\" style=\"\">Step 6: Invest in 360-degree project management software\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#7-step-7-support-dont-micromanage-\" style=\"\">Step 7: Support, don&#8217;t micromanage<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#8-step-8-ask%E2%80%94is-your-feedback-visually-driven-\" style=\"\">Step 8: Ask\u2014Is your feedback visually driven?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#9-key-challenges-in-developing-a-successful-team-\" style=\"\">Key Challenges in Developing a Successful Team<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#10-6-common-characteristics-of-a-high-performing-team-\" style=\"\">6 Common Characteristics of a High-Performing Team<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#11-1-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-dei-\" style=\"\">1. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#12-2-energy-levels-\" style=\"\">2. Energy levels<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#13-3-creative-and-goal-oriented-mindset-\" style=\"\">3. Creative and goal-oriented mindset<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#14-4-shared-commitment-toward-company-culture-\" style=\"\">4. Shared commitment toward company culture<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#15-5-learning-mindset-\" style=\"\">5. Learning mindset<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#16-6-communication-\" style=\"\">6. Communication<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#17-engineer-better-teams-with-the-right-solution\" style=\"\">Engineer Better Teams With the Right Solution<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#18-common-faqs-\" style=\"\">Common FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-how-to-develop-a-team-in-eight-easy-to-follow-steps-\"><strong>How to Develop a Team in Eight Easy-to-Follow Steps<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve all heard the phrase: &#8220;Teamwork makes the dream work.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But how do you get there? Building a team is a process\u2014and a mindful one at that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s dive into what it takes to develop a sound, high-performing agile team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-step-1-build-goals-to-get-people-in-sync-\"><strong>Step 1: Build goals to get people in sync<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vague goals leave room for misinterpretation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, before you categorize your employees into groups, make sure to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Outline precise organizational <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/goal-vs-objective\/\">objectives and goals<\/a> for the team to follow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communicate the task goals (what needs to be done) and process goals (how the work needs to be done) right at the beginning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highlight individual responsibilities for every role, use-cases, and <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/cross-functional-teams\/\">how cross-functional teams<\/a> will work together<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Align the team&#8217;s ability with the overall organizational goals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Well-articulated and clear goals make everyone&#8217;s life easier\u2014employees are on the same page, and a team leader can track progress effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This alignment ensures that everyone is working towards the same overarching objectives from start to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need a helping hand in setting up an effective team objectives, try <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/goals\">ClickUp Goals<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use ClickUp Goals to map your objectives with clear timelines, measurable targets, and automatic progress tracking:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"934\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ClickUp-3.0-Golas-simplified-1400x934.png\" alt=\"ClickUp 3.0 Golas simplified\" class=\"wp-image-116169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ClickUp-3.0-Golas-simplified-1400x934.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ClickUp-3.0-Golas-simplified-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ClickUp-3.0-Golas-simplified-768x513.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ClickUp-3.0-Golas-simplified-1536x1025.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ClickUp-3.0-Golas-simplified-700x467.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ClickUp-3.0-Golas-simplified.png 1870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Create trackable goals connected to your work with ClickUp Goals<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>View goals in the format of your choice and sort them into specific folders to streamline the work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Include the following touchpoints when writing your goals:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Key activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contingencies and backup plans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Checkpoints for tracking work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rules for keeping stakeholders informed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Who is responsible for what<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deadlines for each task\/action<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Metrics to measure progress<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-step-2-think%E2%80%94whats-your-company-culture-like-\"><strong>Step 2: Think\u2014What&#8217;s your company culture like?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your team should know what&#8217;s expected of them at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Naturally, establishing your company culture should be high up on your agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use these tips to develop a positive company culture:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Positive behavior: <\/strong>Openly discuss what constitutes positive behavior and set up best practice guidelines for your team. Use <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/docs\">ClickUp Docs<\/a> to instantly share these benchmarks and get the team on the same page:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Connect-ClickUp-Docs-to-Workflows.gif\" alt=\"Connect ClickUp Docs to Workflows\" class=\"wp-image-73977\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Instantly connect ClickUp Docs to your workflows<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Team-building exercises: <\/strong>To help team members get better acquainted, try the &#8216;artifact exercise&#8217;\u2014where you ask each employee to share a 5-minute personal story about a challenge and achievement they&#8217;ve faced in their career. You must also ask the employee to showcase an artifact that symbolizes their achievement (trophy, certificate, etc.). Once everyone completes their stories, start a discussion on how team members felt after hearing the anecdotes and what particular skills each member brings to the table<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Work style: <\/strong>As a responsible manager, it is essential to learn about how your team works best:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do employees like working independently?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Would they like to collaborate on a hybrid model?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask direct questions and create a work style that works for everyone.&nbsp;You can use <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/ai\">ClickUp Brain<\/a> to jot down the discussion points and get everyone up to speed.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ClickUp-AI-Content-Editing-in-Docs-1400x788.gif\" alt=\"ClickUp AI Content Editing in Docs\" class=\"wp-image-57486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ClickUp-AI-Content-Editing-in-Docs-1400x788.gif 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ClickUp-AI-Content-Editing-in-Docs-300x169.gif 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ClickUp-AI-Content-Editing-in-Docs-768x432.gif 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ClickUp-AI-Content-Editing-in-Docs-1536x864.gif 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ClickUp-AI-Content-Editing-in-Docs-700x394.gif 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Use ClickUp Brain to edit content quickly in Docs<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-step-3-focus-on-training-\"><strong>Step 3: Focus on training<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s crucial to assess your team&#8217;s current skills and design jobs around said skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you want to take your team to the next level, focus on skills they&#8217;ll need to be an asset tomorrow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Continuous learning opportunities pave the way for better morale and performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how to make coaching and learning an intrinsic part of your organization&#8217;s learning culture:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strategize and line up fresh future challenges to keep your team interested<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create learning modules for unique skill sets&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop a framework that keeps the training courses on track<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experiment with new learning ideas to get better results and help team members grow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-step-4-create-a-well-rounded-development-plan-\"><strong>Step 4: Create a well-rounded development plan<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Building a new team takes multiple factors into account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to ensure every team member feels respected and heard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to be organized and calm when things go south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to check in to see how your employees are faring regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Managing all these aspects requires exceptional project management and time management skills.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, include all these factors when creating a cohesive team development plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your plan is ready, it&#8217;s time to put it into action and follow these four stages of team development:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stage 1: <\/strong>Meet the team and drive ice-breaker sessions where people get to know each other and learn how each member wants to work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stage 2:<\/strong> Conduct team-building exercises to build trust and problem-solving skills among peers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stage 3: <\/strong>Prepare and brief the team for their first assignment, which must be challenging. Encourage team members to work together and think outside the box<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stage 4:<\/strong> Regroup and analyze the results; look at what went wrong with the challenge and celebrate the wins&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-step-5-drive-24x7-communication-and-effortless-collaboration-\"><strong>Step 5: Drive 24&#215;7 communication and effortless collaboration<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Capitalizing on each other&#8217;s skills will bring better results than one can achieve alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And taking advantage of the team&#8217;s collective strengths starts with a good project management tool at your fingertips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ClickUp offers robust <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/team-collaboration\/\">team collaboration<\/a> and communication features to help teams stay on track and updated with each other&#8217;s tasks, updates, and progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take, for instance, <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/email-project-management\">ClickUp&#8217;s Email<\/a> feature, which allows you to send essential emails at one click:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"860\" height=\"603\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Email-in-ClickUp-gif.gif\" alt=\"Send and receive emails without leaving ClickUp\" class=\"wp-image-51084\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Send and receive emails without leaving ClickUp<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/chat-view\">ClickUp Chat View<\/a> feature also comes in handy if you wish to collaborate with a geographically dispersed team and share live updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another feature you might find helpful is the <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/collaboration-detection\">ClickUp Collaboration Detection<\/a> functionality, which allows you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Edit docs together in real-time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receive instantaneous feedback on status changes, new comments, and other critical task details<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"820\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image.jpeg\" alt=\"ClickUp Docs\" class=\"wp-image-154472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-300x205.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-768x525.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-700x478.jpeg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ClickUp Docs allows you to write, edit, and collaborate in real time and add comments to communicate with team members <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the features mentioned above, it helps to<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Schedule kickoff team meetings before a task or project begins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explain job roles and what other team members need to do to be successful<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourage the team to ask probing questions and clarify queries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Without proper communication, your team may have to redo work and may miss deadlines in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-step-6-invest-in-360-degree-project-management-software-\"><strong>Step 6: Invest in 360-degree project management software&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your team needs support when tackling multiple projects at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where the <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/teams\/project-management\">ClickUp project management<\/a> platform becomes a game-changer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tool offers a suite of features to bring your teams closer, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Connected workflows and documents easily viewable in real-time <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/dashboards\">ClickUp dashboards:<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1001\" height=\"693\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ClickUp-3.0-Dashboard-Bundle-With-Team-Goals.png\" alt=\"ClickUp 3.0 Dashboard Bundle With Team Goals\" class=\"wp-image-107477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ClickUp-3.0-Dashboard-Bundle-With-Team-Goals.png 1001w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ClickUp-3.0-Dashboard-Bundle-With-Team-Goals-300x208.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ClickUp-3.0-Dashboard-Bundle-With-Team-Goals-768x532.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ClickUp-3.0-Dashboard-Bundle-With-Team-Goals-700x485.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1001px) 100vw, 1001px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>View project status, pending tasks, and team goals at once with ClickUp Dashboards<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Automatically generate subtasks based on task descriptions, summarized comment threads, etc., thanks to the AI project manager:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Thread_Summarization_GIF.gif\" alt=\"Thread Summarization GIF in ClickUp AI\" class=\"wp-image-67742\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>How thread summarization works in ClickUp AI<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Get prioritized plans and action items with instant visibility into project details and how they align with company goals using <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/gantt-chart-view\">Gantt charts<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ClickUp-Gantt-Chart-view-Sorting-Priorities.gif\" alt=\"ClickUp Gantt Chart view Sorting Priorities\" class=\"wp-image-64074\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Sorting priorities becomes a breeze with ClickUp Gantt Charts view<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Mapped process workflows and increased collaboration on strategic initiatives using <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/whiteboards\">ClickUp Whiteboards<\/a>, a visual canvas for all intents and purposes:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"625\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ClickUp-3.0-Whiteboards-Collaboration.png\" alt=\"ClickUp 3.0 Whiteboards Collaboration\" class=\"wp-image-116156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ClickUp-3.0-Whiteboards-Collaboration.png 936w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ClickUp-3.0-Whiteboards-Collaboration-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ClickUp-3.0-Whiteboards-Collaboration-768x513.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ClickUp-3.0-Whiteboards-Collaboration-700x467.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 936px) 100vw, 936px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Convert your team&#8217;s ideas into coordinated actions with ClickUp Whiteboards<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-step-7-support-dont-micromanage-\"><strong>Step 7: Support, don&#8217;t micromanage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From the employee&#8217;s viewpoint, managers are often seen micromanaging projects instead of lending support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To put an end to the micromanagement style of leadership:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Learn to let go:<\/strong> Delegate work intelligently, particularly your low-stakes tasks, and don&#8217;t let the team under-function<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Embrace a change in mindset:<\/strong> Shift gears from a doer to a leader by demonstrating greater trust in the team<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Keep learning:<\/strong> Much like your employees, as a manager, you need to keep honing your leadership skills and be curious<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hire thoughtfully:<\/strong> Instead of mindlessly filling roles, hire a diverse group of people who can work harmoniously and boldly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Think soft skills:<\/strong> In addition to focusing on the hard skills, you must take ownership of the team\u2019s behavior and foster soft skills such as greater collaboration, empathy, and trust&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Encourage the 85% effort formula: <\/strong>The Harvard Business Review claims that to create high-performance teams, managers must encourage team members to give <a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org\/2023\/06\/to-build-a-top-performing-team-ask-for-85-effort\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">85%<\/a> effort (as opposed to 100% effort all the time) and prevent burnout&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-step-8-ask%E2%80%94is-your-feedback-visually-driven-\"><strong>Step 8: Ask\u2014Is your feedback visually driven?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To drive objective feedback sessions and engage in productive conflict resolution, use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Visualization as a training tool: <\/strong>Visual feedback shows people what to improve on\u2014much like a football team watching themselves play. One tool that can make this process drastically fun and engaging is <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/mind-maps\">ClickUp Mind Maps<\/a>, which allows you to draw connections between tasks and ideas:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"711\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ClickUp-Mind-Maps.png\" alt=\"ClickUp Mind Maps\" class=\"wp-image-40912\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ClickUp-Mind-Maps.png 1024w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ClickUp-Mind-Maps-300x208.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ClickUp-Mind-Maps-768x533.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ClickUp-Mind-Maps-700x486.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Visualize your next big idea and feedback with ClickUp Mind Maps<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Track time to assess how well your team works together:<\/strong> Tracking how your team spends their time uncovers invaluable insights into what&#8217;s working and what isn&#8217;t. Pay close attention to your team&#8217;s time management skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Performance management tools:<\/strong> Drive regular employee performance reviews with <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/performance-management-tools\/\">performance management tools<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/performance-review-templates\/\">free performance review templates<\/a> to assess how well your employees are working and develop improvement plans accordingly. Use ready-made <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/performance-improvement-plan-templates\/\">performance improvement plan templates<\/a> and help your teams boost performance on the go<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While you&#8217;re at it, give a descriptive feedback that must include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your team&#8217;s behavior, not their personality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your team&#8217;s skills to do the task at hand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whether or not the teams have the necessary resources to succeed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What motivates each team member<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The team&#8217;s actions\u2014ones that are based on facts, not assumptions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear, specific examples of what the team is doing right (and where it&#8217;s going wrong)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where the team should be heading next<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Who to speak to if they face any obstacles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What each individual&#8217;s purpose is in the larger scheme of things<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The idea is to create a safe space where employees can honestly contribute their opinions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-key-challenges-in-developing-a-successful-team-\"><strong>Key Challenges in Developing a Successful Team<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your team struggles, it&#8217;s only natural to want to step in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But developing a successful team is an uphill task for many reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not everyone may be interested in contributing to the team&#8217;s success equally<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Team members may lack trust in connecting with one another and with team leaders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Too many back-channel and side conversations may be creating informational gaps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It is possible to eliminate these challenges and set up a successful team with six essential characteristics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-6-common-characteristics-of-a-high-performing-team-\"><strong>6 Common Characteristics of a High-Performing Team<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Decoding the <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/team-dynamics\/\">team dynamics<\/a> of a high-performing team is more attainable than it seems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following six characteristics are observable, measurable, and quantifiable, making it easier to inculcate over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Integrate these qualities within your team and strengthen their bonding from day one:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-1-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-dei-\"><strong>1. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Is there a clear link between your DEI strategy and the business strategy? If not, then you must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be more systematic early on, and tie your organizational objectives to the desired level of impact from your DEI program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify opportunities for having the right infrastructure for your DEI aspirations\u2014a reality for only <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/~\/media\/mckinsey\/business%20functions\/people%20and%20organizational%20performance\/our%20insights\/the%20state%20of%20organizations%202023\/the-state-of-organizations-2023.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">47%<\/a> of organizations today<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hire diverse employees with a multitude of skills and perspectives&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-2-energy-levels-\"><strong>2. Energy<\/strong> <strong>levels<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Is your team exhibiting higher energy levels and a greater sense of accountability? Both of these are direct indicators of the team&#8217;s engagement levels. The higher the energy, the more the engagement and vice-versa<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-3-creative-and-goal-oriented-mindset-\"><strong>3. Creative and goal-oriented mindset<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Each team member must consider the company&#8217;s goals as their true North Star and work with creativity and support<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-4-shared-commitment-toward-company-culture-\"><strong>4. Shared commitment toward company culture<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your employees must understand what drives the organization forward in terms of its vision, culture, and beliefs&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-5-learning-mindset-\"><strong>5. Learning mindset<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Each team member you choose must be eager to learn and adapt to changing situations. McKinsey claims that the highest performers in a role are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/~\/media\/mckinsey\/business%20functions\/people%20and%20organizational%20performance\/our%20insights\/the%20state%20of%20organizations%202023\/the-state-of-organizations-2023.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">800%<\/a> more productive than average performers in the same role!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-6-communication-\"><strong>6. Communication<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mapping your team&#8217;s communication is as essential as understanding what they discuss. It shapes how your team drives decision-making and works together as a well-oiled machine. As such, note the following when assessing the team&#8217;s communication skills:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What is each member&#8217;s tone of voice?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do the team members face one another while talking, virtually or in person?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What kind of gestures do the members demonstrate?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What&#8217;s the frequency with which team members talk, listen, and interrupt each other?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How do team members exhibit extroversion and empathy?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-engineer-better-teams-with-the-right-solution\">Engineer Better Teams With the Right Solution<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s a wrap on how to develop a flexible and productive team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the insights outlined here to combine high-performing teams with multi-faceted skills\u2014individual intelligence, communication, empathy, and talent.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s also good practice to arm the team with the right tools, strategies, and techniques you&#8217;ve mastered over the years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider investing in a project management tool like<a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/\"> ClickUp<\/a> and empower your team to deliver their best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An all-in-one tool like ClickUp streamlines workflows, tracks progress, drives collaboration and guides the team toward a common goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-common-faqs-\"><strong>Common FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"19-1-what-is-the-best-way-to-develop-a-team-\"><strong>1. What is the best way to develop a team?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Developing a team is an eight-step process that requires patience and time:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Step 1: Work on your task and process goals to get people in sync<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step 2: Focus on creating your company culture, which includes team values, beliefs, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step 3: Include opportunities for employee and team learning at every step of the way<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step 4: Pen a holistic team development plan, including a focus on the hard and soft skills of the team members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step 5: Drive instant communication and collaboration with the right tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step 6: Invest in project management software to accelerate your team&#8217;s productivity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step 7: Change your leadership style from micromanagement to supportive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step 8<strong>:<\/strong> Give feedback visually for better comprehension<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"20-2-what-are-the-five-stages-of-team-development-\"><strong>2. What are the five stages of team development?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Tuckman&#8217;s model, team development comprises of five stages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Forming: <\/strong>Group members are polite and try to get to know each other; they are often uncertain about their roles and objectives in this stage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Storming:<\/strong> Conflict and competition arise as group members begin to express their opinions and push against the boundaries established in the forming stage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Norming: <\/strong>Group norms and values form, creating a sense of unity and collaboration. Moreover, roles and responsibilities become clearer, and trust begins to develop among group members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Performing: <\/strong>The group is highly functional, with clear goals and a sense of shared purpose. Members work together effectively to achieve their objectives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Adjourning:<\/strong> Also known as the &#8220;deforming&#8221; stage, this phase involves dissolving the group as the goals are achieved. By extension, members may feel a sense of loss or sadness as the group disbands<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"21-3-how-do-we-develop-teamwork-\"><strong>3. How do we develop teamwork?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Developing teamwork can take time to happen. It requires a systematic approach and ongoing effort to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Establish clear goals: Everyone on the team should understand the role they play in achieving the organization&#8217;s goals, creating a sense of purpose and direction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourage open communication: The team members must engage in active listening and share information in real-time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build trust: Trust-building activities and leading by example are powerful ways to build a trusting environment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Foster collaboration: A collaborative environment motivates team members to work together and achieve common goals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide support: Honest encouragement from the executive team boosts employee morale and motivation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Celebrate successes: Acknowledging and celebrating the team&#8217;s achievements helps build team spirit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drive continuous improvement<strong>:<\/strong> A culture of continuous improvement is essential to helping team members be open to feedback and willing to learn from their experiences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Around 51% &nbsp;of organizations have restructured their teams in 2023. Unsurprisingly, managers are focusing on team reset in 2024. Team development is a continuous exercise for a good reason. Teams keep changing, evolving, and growing due to various factors. As a result, you need to keep focusing on the multiple aspects of team development to [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":106,"featured_media":149070,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[991,57],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-149047","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-people-management","category-productivity"],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/How-to-Develop-a-Team-in-Eight-Easy-Steps-Blog-Feature.png","author_info":{"display_name":"Praburam","author_link":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/author\/psrinivasanclickup-com\/"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How to Develop a High-Performing Team: A Manager&#039;s Guide<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn how to develop a team that is high-performing, collaborates, and produces results with this comprehensive guide.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"How to Develop a High-Performing Team: A Manager&#039;s Guide\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Learn how to develop a team that is high-performing, collaborates, and produces results with this comprehensive guide.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"The ClickUp Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/clickupprojectmanagement\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2024-04-11T08:06:45+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2024-04-11T08:06:49+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/How-to-Develop-a-Team-in-Eight-Easy-Steps-Blog-Feature.png\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1920\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1440\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/png\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Praburam\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@https:\/\/twitter.com\/Praburam18\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@clickup\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Praburam\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"13 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/how-to-develop-a-team\\\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/how-to-develop-a-team\\\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Praburam\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/e9b687bbc062141431499ef3643f8cbb\"},\"headline\":\"How to Develop a High-Performing Team in 8 Proven Steps\",\"datePublished\":\"2024-04-11T08:06:45+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-04-11T08:06:49+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/how-to-develop-a-team\\\/\"},\"wordCount\":2721,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/how-to-develop-a-team\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2024\\\/03\\\/How-to-Develop-a-Team-in-Eight-Easy-Steps-Blog-Feature.png\",\"articleSection\":[\"People Management\",\"Productivity\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/how-to-develop-a-team\\\/\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/how-to-develop-a-team\\\/\",\"name\":\"How to Develop a High-Performing Team: A Manager's Guide\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/how-to-develop-a-team\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/how-to-develop-a-team\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2024\\\/03\\\/How-to-Develop-a-Team-in-Eight-Easy-Steps-Blog-Feature.png\",\"datePublished\":\"2024-04-11T08:06:45+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-04-11T08:06:49+00:00\",\"description\":\"Learn how to develop a team that is high-performing, collaborates, and produces results with this comprehensive guide.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/how-to-develop-a-team\\\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/how-to-develop-a-team\\\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/how-to-develop-a-team\\\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2024\\\/03\\\/How-to-Develop-a-Team-in-Eight-Easy-Steps-Blog-Feature.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2024\\\/03\\\/How-to-Develop-a-Team-in-Eight-Easy-Steps-Blog-Feature.png\",\"width\":1920,\"height\":1440,\"caption\":\"How to Develop a Team in Eight Easy Steps\"},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/how-to-develop-a-team\\\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"People Management\",\"item\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/people-management\\\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":3,\"name\":\"How to Develop a High-Performing Team in 8 Proven Steps\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/\",\"name\":\"The ClickUp Blog\",\"description\":\"The ClickUp Blog\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/#organization\",\"name\":\"ClickUp\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/logo\\\/image\\\/\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/07\\\/logo-v3-clickup-light.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/07\\\/logo-v3-clickup-light.jpg\",\"width\":503,\"height\":125,\"caption\":\"ClickUp\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/logo\\\/image\\\/\"},\"sameAs\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/clickupprojectmanagement\",\"https:\\\/\\\/x.com\\\/clickup\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.linkedin.com\\\/company\\\/clickup-app\",\"https:\\\/\\\/en.wikipedia.org\\\/wiki\\\/ClickUp\",\"https:\\\/\\\/tiktok.com\\\/@clickup\",\"https:\\\/\\\/instagram.com\\\/clickup\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.youtube.com\\\/@ClickUpProductivity\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/e9b687bbc062141431499ef3643f8cbb\",\"name\":\"Praburam\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/a55c945c3e708bbc1a9018eb52ba363ae523e4a9139c9046b523ce689683aba5?s=96&d=retro&r=g\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/a55c945c3e708bbc1a9018eb52ba363ae523e4a9139c9046b523ce689683aba5?s=96&d=retro&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/a55c945c3e708bbc1a9018eb52ba363ae523e4a9139c9046b523ce689683aba5?s=96&d=retro&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Praburam\"},\"description\":\"Praburam is a Growth Marketing Manager at ClickUp who loves building systems and scaling business functions. As a ClickUp expert, he enjoys sharing actionable tips and tricks to scale your workflows and processes efficiently. A traveler by heart, he's exploring the world one city at a time.\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.linkedin.com\\\/in\\\/praburam-srinivasan\\\/\",\"https:\\\/\\\/x.com\\\/https:\\\/\\\/twitter.com\\\/Praburam18\"],\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/clickup.com\\\/blog\\\/author\\\/psrinivasanclickup-com\\\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"How to Develop a High-Performing Team: A Manager's Guide","description":"Learn how to develop a team that is high-performing, collaborates, and produces results with this comprehensive guide.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"How to Develop a High-Performing Team: A Manager's Guide","og_description":"Learn how to develop a team that is high-performing, collaborates, and produces results with this comprehensive guide.","og_url":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/","og_site_name":"The ClickUp Blog","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/clickupprojectmanagement","article_published_time":"2024-04-11T08:06:45+00:00","article_modified_time":"2024-04-11T08:06:49+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1920,"height":1440,"url":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/How-to-Develop-a-Team-in-Eight-Easy-Steps-Blog-Feature.png","type":"image\/png"}],"author":"Praburam","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@https:\/\/twitter.com\/Praburam18","twitter_site":"@clickup","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Praburam","Est. reading time":"13 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/"},"author":{"name":"Praburam","@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/e9b687bbc062141431499ef3643f8cbb"},"headline":"How to Develop a High-Performing Team in 8 Proven Steps","datePublished":"2024-04-11T08:06:45+00:00","dateModified":"2024-04-11T08:06:49+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/"},"wordCount":2721,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/How-to-Develop-a-Team-in-Eight-Easy-Steps-Blog-Feature.png","articleSection":["People Management","Productivity"],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/","url":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/","name":"How to Develop a High-Performing Team: A Manager's Guide","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/How-to-Develop-a-Team-in-Eight-Easy-Steps-Blog-Feature.png","datePublished":"2024-04-11T08:06:45+00:00","dateModified":"2024-04-11T08:06:49+00:00","description":"Learn how to develop a team that is high-performing, collaborates, and produces results with this comprehensive guide.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/How-to-Develop-a-Team-in-Eight-Easy-Steps-Blog-Feature.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/How-to-Develop-a-Team-in-Eight-Easy-Steps-Blog-Feature.png","width":1920,"height":1440,"caption":"How to Develop a Team in Eight Easy Steps"},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-a-team\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"People Management","item":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/people-management\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"How to Develop a High-Performing Team in 8 Proven Steps"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/#website","url":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/","name":"The ClickUp Blog","description":"The ClickUp Blog","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/#organization","name":"ClickUp","url":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/logo-v3-clickup-light.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/logo-v3-clickup-light.jpg","width":503,"height":125,"caption":"ClickUp"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/clickupprojectmanagement","https:\/\/x.com\/clickup","https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/clickup-app","https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/ClickUp","https:\/\/tiktok.com\/@clickup","https:\/\/instagram.com\/clickup","https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@ClickUpProductivity"]},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/e9b687bbc062141431499ef3643f8cbb","name":"Praburam","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/a55c945c3e708bbc1a9018eb52ba363ae523e4a9139c9046b523ce689683aba5?s=96&d=retro&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/a55c945c3e708bbc1a9018eb52ba363ae523e4a9139c9046b523ce689683aba5?s=96&d=retro&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/a55c945c3e708bbc1a9018eb52ba363ae523e4a9139c9046b523ce689683aba5?s=96&d=retro&r=g","caption":"Praburam"},"description":"Praburam is a Growth Marketing Manager at ClickUp who loves building systems and scaling business functions. As a ClickUp expert, he enjoys sharing actionable tips and tricks to scale your workflows and processes efficiently. A traveler by heart, he's exploring the world one city at a time.","sameAs":["https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/praburam-srinivasan\/","https:\/\/x.com\/https:\/\/twitter.com\/Praburam18"],"url":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/author\/psrinivasanclickup-com\/"}]}},"reading":["11"],"keywords":[["People Management","people-management",991],["Productivity","productivity",57]],"redirect_params":"","is_translated":"","author_data":{"name":"Praburam","link":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/author\/psrinivasanclickup-com\/","image":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Praburam-headshot-e1715173899778.png","position":"Growth Marketing Manager"},"category_data":{"name":"People Management","slug":"people-management","term_id":991,"url":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/people-management\/"},"hero_data":{"media_url":"","media_alt_text":"","button":"","template_id":"","youtube_thumbnail_url":"","custom_button_text":"","custom_button_url":""},"featured_media_data":{"id":149070,"url":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/How-to-Develop-a-Team-in-Eight-Easy-Steps-Blog-Feature.png","alt":"How to Develop a Team in Eight Easy Steps","mime_type":"image\/png","is_webm":false},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/149047","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/106"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=149047"}],"version-history":[{"count":14,"href":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/149047\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":157431,"href":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/149047\/revisions\/157431"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/149070"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=149047"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=149047"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=149047"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}