Developing as a team
There are several services and tools available for teams and supervisors to develop and support team operations in relation to the different phases and needs of the teams' life cycle.
Services and tools to support and develop teams are described below.
For all questions, you can contact competencedevelopment@aalto.fi.
Teamwork: Basics
For Whom?
The team charter is intended for new teams and teams with changes. It is a common understanding built by the team members on issues that are central to the smoothness of operations.
Why?
The team charter supports teamwork and building appreciative interaction. The goal of the Team Charter is to create a shared understanding of the team’s mission, vision, and goals, as well as the roles, responsibilities, and norms that govern team behavior, leading to improved collaboration and performance.
What?
By discussing together, the team's purpose, responsibilities and roles become clearer. The discussion also clarifies the team's common practices. It identifies the most important cooperation parties and ways of working. In the discussions, it is agreed how and when the team contract will be updated in the future.
The material is designed to be used together with team and its supervisor. Supervisor facilitates the discussion. Decide together which things are most important to your team and start with them. The contents of the team charter can be processed in parts or as a whole, for example during a team development day.
If you need support for creating your team’s team charter, contact your own HR Partner or competencedevelopment@aalto.fi
For Whom?
The Teamwork First Aid Kit is intended for student and project teams looking to develop their collaboration and teamwork skills.
Why?
This Kit provides practical tools and guidance for teams to enhance their communication, problem-solving, and coordination, ultimately improving their overall effectiveness and productivity.
What?
The Teamwork First Aid Kit offers a collection of strategies, techniques, and resources to help teams navigate challenges, build stronger relationships, and achieve their goals through improved