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ARKANSAS ALUMNI ASSOCIATION September 13, 2013

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TeamWORK There is no “I” in TEAM…but there is ME

Kevin D. Hall, Ph.D., P.E. Professor and Head, Dept. of Civil Engineering 21st Century Leadership Chair in Civil Engineering

2013 Volunteer Summit Arkansas Alumni Association September 13, 2013


TeamWORK starts with ME

Are YOU Willing To… • Honestly assess

yourself? • Change if

necessary? • Be happy about

it?

ME


The Teammate from

At your tables, paint a ‘portrait’ of this teammate: what “qualities” does this person have???


TeamWORK: How do teams WORK?

Take out your set of cards, “The 17 Indisputable Laws of Teamwork”


The 17 Indisputable Laws of Teamwork

(after John C. Maxwell)

• The Law of Significance One is too small a number to achieve greatness

• The Law of The Big Picture The goal is more important than the role

• The Law of The Niche All players have a place where they add the most value

• The Law of Mount Everest As the challenge escalates, the need for teamwork escalates

• The Law of The Chain The strength of the team is impacted by its weakest link


• The Law of The Catalyst Winning teams have players who make things happen

• The Law of The Compass Vision gives team members direction and confidence

• The Law of The Bad Apple Rotten attitudes ruin a team

• The Law of Countability Teammates must be able to count on each other when it counts

• The Law of The Price Tag The team fails to reach its potential when it fails to pay the price




• The Law of The Scoreboard The team can make adjustments when it knows where it stands

• The Law of The Bench Great teams have great depth

• The Law of Identity Shared values define the team

• The Law of Communication Interaction fuels action

• The Law of The Edge The difference between two equally talented teams is leadership




• The Law of High Morale When you are winning, nothing hurts

• The Law of Dividends Investing in the team compounds over time




The Teammate from…

At your tables, touch up your ‘portrait’ of a teammate: what “qualities” does this person have???

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TeamWORK: How can I be the one that helps make my Team WORK?

Take out your set of cards, “The 17 Essential Qualities of a Team Player”


The 17 Indispensable Qualities of a Team Player


• Adaptable If you won’t change for the team, the team may change you

• Collaborative Working together precedes winning together

• Committed There are no half-hearted champions

• Communicative A team is many voices with a single heart

• Competent If you can’t, your team won’t


• Dependable Teams go to “go to” players

• Disciplined When there is a will, there is a win

• Enlarging Adding value to teammates is invaluable

• Enthusiastic Your heart is the source of energy for the team

• Intentional Make every action count




• Mission Conscious The (big) picture comes in loud and clear

• Prepared Preparation can mean the difference between winning and losing

• Relational If you get along, the others will go along

• Self-Improving To improve the team, improve yourself

• Selfless There is no “I” in team




• Solution-Oriented Make a resolution to find the solution

• Tenacious Never, never, never quit




What is My Team Rank? (after John C. Maxwell)

Green Beret Colonel Committed Leader

Dedicated to the cause. Focused on the big picture. Has a whatever-it-takes attitude

First Lieutenant Team Achiever

Buys into the spirit and culture of the organization; self-motivated & productive.

OCS Graduate Genuine Team Player

Has passion and enthusiasm. Arrives early and stays late. Is not yet a proven leader.

Private Formal Team Member

Enjoys being on the team. Wants to stay. Serves out of duty. Not yet a high achiever.

Boot Camp Recruit Begrudging Follower

Will work, but only with a kick in the seat of the pants.

Deserter Nonfollower

Won’t do anything; needs to be court-martialed.

Sniper Dangerous Follower

Works, but makes life difficult for team. Will shoot teammates if given the chance.


Leadership Principles

• Practice humility; learn to wait…

• Seek performance – not a position

• Redefine ‘greatness’ in terms of service

• Accept the risk of serving…

• Work alongside those in your organization

• Share responsibility and authority

• Build a team – do not be an island

“Leadership is not something you pursue; leadership is something others give to you.” C. Gene Wilkes


Leadership Qualities

• Character

• Commitment

• Communication

• Competence

• Courage

• Discernment

• Generosity

• Listening

• Passion

• Positive Attitude

• Relational

• Responsible

• Security

• Self-discipline

• Servanthood

• Vision After Maxwell, “The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader”


Ground Rules

• Create ownership

• Foster a culture of honesty

• Manage conflict

• Affirm collective responsibility

• Develop and practice listening skills

• Fully participate

• Share – fairly – the team’s work

• Work to members’ strengths…BUT

• Don’t ‘pigeonhole’ members

• Emphasize the importance of keeping good records

• Make deadlines sacrosanct

• Cultivate philanthropy

• Value creativity


…to make your Team WORK

Kevin D. Hall, Ph.D., P.E. [email protected]

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