Creating Successful Team Charters
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Creating Successful Team Charters
Overview
Do you have a team that's frustrated, struggling to make progress, or unclear about expectations? A single tool can alleviate these challenges and help the team start strong: a team charter.
What is a Team Charter?
A team charter is a collaboratively created document outlining the team’s purpose, boundaries, and agreements. It fosters understanding and alignment among team members and sponsors, making it a powerful tool for team success.
Key Elements of a Team Charter
1. Purpose and Alignment
- Question: Why is the team being formed, and what purpose will it serve?- Consider: How does the team’s work align with the organization’s goals and strategies?
2. Goals and Expectations
- Question: What specific goals does the team aim to achieve?- Consider: Clearly define measurable outcomes, timelines, and understand the needs of customers and stakeholders.
3. Roles
- Question: Who is the team leader, and what are the various roles within the team?- Consider: Outline responsibilities for facilitation, communication, and decision-making.
4. Approach
- Question: How and when will the team meet, and what norms will they follow?- Consider: Set decision-making processes, accountability measures, and communicate progress regularly.
5. Skills and Expertise Required
- Action: Identify necessary skills and any gaps, bringing in subject matter experts as needed.6. Resources Needed
- Question: What is the required budget and what other resources are necessary for success?7. Authority
- Question: What level of authority does the team have regarding spending and resources?- Consider: Detail necessary approvals and who is responsible for them.
8. Agreement
- Action: Once documented, have all members and the sponsor sign the charter to cement commitment and accountability.Implementing a Team Charter
Steps:
1. Initiate the Process: Typically led by a team leader or sponsor.2. Conduct Discussions: Gather the team to discuss and document the elements above.
3. Finalize and Sign: Complete the charter, ensuring all necessary signatures.
4. Consistently Refer and Adapt: Regularly review the charter in meetings, make adjustments as needed with agreement from all parties.
Benefits and Considerations
Creating a team charter requires an investment of time and discussion. Some may prefer to dive directly into tasks, but time spent on a charter is repaid through reduced frustration, improved productivity, and better results. Stay committed to building and referring to the charter to keep your team aligned and effective.
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