Bespoke Team Development Programmes

Recognising that all teams have differing needs, particularly in the light of varied team experience and structures, environments, history and operational nuances, all Focus team interventions are different and are carefully constructed to meet specific developmental criteria.  Every organisation has its own distinct culture and way of working and each team will be at a certain stage in its development.  Being able to recognise the most appropriate set of experiential team tasks and focus in subsequent feedback and review is crucial in order to match your training objectives.  The differences between what behaviours are intrinsic to high performance teamwork and that of merely working in a group are critically important, so emphasis and direction is determined through close liaison with yourselves and building a picture of current reality and future expectations.

FOCUS team development programmes make use of dynamic and enjoyable activities to create a high impact and memorable experience that will challenge and motivate the team to higher performance levels.  Tasks are both realistic and business relevant, balanced between practical and cerebral delivered outdoor and indoor and accommodate and engage all team members at different times.

Mental agility certainly takes priority over physical ability and our creative and unique activities are structured to meet the strengths and needs of all team members.

FOCUS experiential learning reflects Kolb’s Learning Cycle where constant feedback and review ensures that team members take ownership of their development and are given the opportunity to apply learning in subsequent tasks.  We also have the option of supporting team actions through the use of various theory models and personal or team questionnaires.  These inputs help to shape development and broaden understanding.  Programmes conclude with a realistic overview and evaluation of team progress and a consideration of sustainable improvements in performance.  Transferring learning back into the workplace and establishing criteria to measure success in the future is critical for team growth and lasting business benefits.

In broad terms, there are a number of generic objectives that usually underpin team development so each programme is designed to:

• Energise and inspire the team
• Build relationships and understanding between team members
• Develop support, encouragement and collaboration
• Improve communications and openness in discussions
• Re-visit roles and responsibilities
• Explore accountability for actions and trust within the team
• Identify team purpose and short/long term goals
• Increase awareness of and the need for continuous improvement
• Establish future action plans and development opportunities

Focus team facilitators have a long and carried experience from working with a wide range of organisations and wear many different hats during the programme delivery.

Safety, both physical and emotional, is a key responsibility and we ensure the all individuals are fully supported and their own personal needs and abilities considered.