A vital skill for success in today’s society is the ability to communicate effectively with all people at all levels within an organization. The average employee spends a major portion of his or her day in some form of communication and working as a team member of a larger group or organization. They are communicating with each other regarding policies and procedures, relaying key concerns to and from the customer, and presenting information in formalized briefings.

Effective team building is directly related to presenting information so that others understand and perceive it accurately. It also involves interpreting information from others. Most conflicts between team members can be attributed to misunderstanding. By identifying communication styles of others, misunderstanding and disagreements can be discussed and resolved in a non-confrontational manner.

One tool to use in building high performing teams is the Success Insights behavioral assessment. This assessment explains how you:

• Make decisions and handles problems and challenges.
• Influence and negotiate with others.
• Perform in work situations of varying pace and urgency.
• Respond to rules, regulations and procedures set by others.

Using this assessment, you will gain a better understanding of your personal communication style, the communication style of your team members and how to apply this information for optimal effectiveness.

The most effective teams have members who understand themselves, as well as each other. The Success Insights® Team Behavioral Report not only defines team dynamics, but also guides team members to leverage behavioral knowledge for increased success. By understanding the keys to communicating with others based on behavioral styles, team members can become more effective and increase overall productivity. The results of the team report will also identify the strengths of each team member to be sure everyone is in a position to contribute to team success with their fullest potential.

The Success Insights Team Behavioral Report will help you detail the strengths, weaknesses, problem solving abilities, communication preferences and potential areas for conflict within each of the behavioral styles represented by the team. By recognizing, understanding and appreciating these factors, the team can achieve increased productivity and overall team cohesivenes.