An Organizational Training, Executive Coaching, Leadership Development Firm

 Reach Peak Potential with Peak Strategies

“This course hit the nail right on the head on the primary challenge for us as project managers – the challenge of effectively communicating with a variety of team members.” ~ Dan Hill, PMP

 

**In 73% of projects studied, team morale suffers significant setbacks.

 

**When project leaders communicate effectively, hitting schedule is approximately more likely, quality improves by 60% and by the end of the project, stakeholder and team morale improve by 70% (Concourse Group, 2006)

 

When working in an organization, the work can typically be divided into two segments: the work that relates to technology and the work that relates to people. Nowadays, it seems as if we can't complete one without the benefits of the other.

 

There are many fine programs that focus on the technical side of the equation. They help individuals strengthen their skills in any number of technological fields. When a company switches software, they train staff on the software specifics. This seems necessary to truly excel with the new program.

 

Dr. Dawdy focuses on the other piece of the equation: the people skills. Without people skills, teams (and projects, organizations, families, and friends) crumble. Following a nationwide survey of project managers, it is evident that people can be the one factor that destroy a project. Each individual is trained and able to complete his or her portion of the project, yet it seems as if the assembled team is not working at all. This does not have to be the case.

 

Often, the greatest people-problems that disrupt a healthy project or team are those that relate to misunderstanding, miscommunication, and personal differences. Much of this can be prevented with simple but effective strategies to develop an understanding of one another, to appropriately communicate the message, and to enhance the morale and productivity of the team.

 

"Dr. Dawdy's class on Teaming for Results was truly worth the investment. I will use the coaching and other methods she describes in my day to day experiences as a managing project manager and mother of teenage children! ~ Eva Kearns, PMP, NW Natural Gas Company

 

When a team is performing at its optimal level, it seems as if nothing can get in the way of their exemplary productivity or results. When a team is struggling, it seems as if nothing helps. With just a few conscious (Dr. Dawdy refers to them as "mindful") acts, teams can increase their level of performance and prevent the loss of their project.

 

Dr. Dawdy offers a 7 PDU program that discusses the elements to a high performing team. She addresses team leaders, project managers, and professional personnel so that they can immediately use the tools and techniques with their team. Whether your team is struggling, excelling, or just now forming, this program can help reach greater levels of productivity and enhance results (with less effort!)

 

For a list of scheduled Teaming and other programs, visit our Program Dates page.