Team Kick-off
Team Kick-off: Set the stage for success!At the beginning of every journey there is the first step. The kick-off is also at the beginning of a successful team journey. A new or changed team must first find itself and understand the purpose of the undertaking in order to keep its goal in sight at all times.
We help the team to get to know each other better, to form themselves and to understand the goal.
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A good start is half the battle
A team kick-off creates trust
Because those who know each other trust each other and that strengthens cooperation, which is the basis of high-performing teams. The kick-off also offers a safe framework for clarifying the expectations of each team member.
We can do team kick-offs!
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The most important cornerstones of a successful team kick-off
If you don’t know the goal, any path is the right one.
The more effective the kick-off, the more effective the subsequent collaboration.
Together we are strong
The participants often have different levels of knowledge. The kick-off offers the perfect opportunity to bring everyone to the same level and to clear up any confusion.
It is important that everyone has the same information available and that it is offered proactively.
Transparency creates trust.
Clear goals
Everyone should know the purpose and the specific goals.
This ensures autonomous work and is a prerequisite for decentralized decision-making.
Only those who have all the background information at their disposal can act in a targeted manner.
Milestones provide a direction that the teams can use to guide their progress.
Team structure
For good teamwork within the team, it is important to define common rules right from the start. These not only provide support, but also promote the culture and exchange within the team.
A descriptive team name that everyone can identify with can be highly motivating.
Roles and skills should be discussed and clarified, as should initial dates for ceremonies and communication channels.
The kick-off with several teams from several locations has noticeably and sustainably improved collaboration. Download the list of the most important points of a kick-off for free
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Top 3 team kick-off questions
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Yes, it’s never too late for an alignment or a realignment. Especially after a while, it can be beneficial to check whether the venture as a whole is still on track. New employees may also have joined other teams that you don’t yet know.
A “reboot” can bring new momentum to the team and have a positive effect on the dynamic. -
A kick-off can take place at various levels and to different extents. From a single team to a release train. As long as the 3 basic pillars are adhered to: purpose & goal, getting to know each other, agreement on cooperation processes and methods, the number of participants can be adapted to the respective needs.
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No, the part of “getting to know each other and building trust” can be combined with exercises and games outside. We can plan outdoor activities together for the kick-off.
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If you want to organize an effective kick-off, then contact us. We will help you to succeed!