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 Reducing Political Tension in TeamsCompetition within teams can often spill into unhelpful
political posturing which doesn't help either the team or the organisation. So sometimes it is necessary
to reduce the tension between team members, particularly if there is a risk of it turning into bitter
rivalry. Last year I wrote a chapter for the AMA Handbook of Leadership by Marshall Goldsmith
which discussed how to adjust the political temperature of teams, both up and down. In it, I suggested
some of the practical things you can do to reduce tension, including: building an external succession plan;
removing veto powers; insisting key stakeholders sign-off plans and altering the language you use. You
can read more about political temperature, here. What suggestions
and ideas can you share about how to adjust the tension downwards? Posted by Colin Gautrey on 21-Jun-2010 10:29:56 BST
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 When you're in a tense situation it can be hard to see the wood for the trees. I always try and find space and time to take a more objective view of what is happening before further involvement. Using a fly on the wall view allows me to consider my own actions in light of all that is happening and so allows me to fine tune my behaviours or contributions to a more controlled level. I may also observe others' behaviours and consider how best I can manage their tension and so minimise disruption to the team. Without taking a step back I rarely find I am anything other than reactionary to the event! Posted by Maureen Atkins on 22-Jun-2010 09:34:17 BST |
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