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First Stage: Forming

First Stage: Forming

The team is just formed, so the team members don't know each other and don't have a clear understanding of the purpose and vision of the team.

The Role of the Leader in the Forming Stage

The key is to guide the team, develop working agreements, and set the direction to follow.

Management 3.0 comes in during the forming stage

  • Personal Maps: Increase trust and connections with the team.
  • Work profile: Think about job titles not as a specific role but as the value they add.
  • Identity symbols: Give a sense of belonging to the team by defining their name and image.

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