Team

In Project Management Professional (PMP) terms, a "Team" is a group of individuals working together to achieve shared project objectives. Teams are central to project success, composed of people with diverse skills and expertise brought together for the duration of the project. Project teams typically have a formal structure led by a project manager who coordinates efforts, facilitates communication, and maintains focus on deliverables. Team members can include full-time staff, part-time contributors, and specialists from various functional areas or organizations. Teams progress through developmental stages (forming, storming, norming, and performing) as they build cohesion. Effective project managers recognize these stages and adjust their leadership approach accordingly. Team development requires deliberate management. Key practices include clear role definition, establishing collaboration norms, creating effective communication channels, and implementing conflict resolution strategies. Project managers must foster trust, respect, and open dialogue while aligning individual strengths with project needs. Virtual teams, which operate across geographic boundaries, present unique challenges requiring specialized communication tools and management approaches. The project manager's responsibilities toward the team include resource planning, acquisition, development, and management. This involves identifying skill requirements, securing appropriate talent, enhancing capabilities, and optimizing performance. Team performance is measured against project goals, with the project manager providing feedback, recognition, and interventions as needed. Interpersonal skills like leadership, motivation, negotiation, and conflict management are essential for guiding teams effectively. A high-performing project team demonstrates commitment, accountability, adaptability, and mutual support. They collaborate to solve problems, make decisions, and deliver quality outcomes that meet stakeholder expectations within project constraints.

In Project Management Professional (PMP) terms, a "Team" is a group of individuals working together to achieve shared project objectives. Teams are central to project success, composed of people with…

Concepts covered: Team Management, Team Performance Assessment, Team Communication, Team Charter, Team Roles and Responsibilities, Team Building, Team Dynamics, Team Composition