Your team is divided on design visions. How do you align everyone towards a unified direction?

I'd begin with looking at the commonalities that the 2 teams have and build from there. Its much easier to try and stitch fabric together by taking the pieces in hand that are already stitched, then proceeding to sew the open gaps, bringing the fabric closer together, little by little till, it's all sewn up.

Suspend disbelief. Deep in the singular thoughts of your team members is a connected, collective solution. You can only find that common thread by letting the group think and speak it through. Active listening not only means “don’t talk,” it also means don’t listen with an intended response already at your lips. Be patient with the process, and good things will happen.

Although this skill lokes easy to master, it is actually one of the most difficult to achieve. Try to wait three seconds after the other side finished his words before you start to contribute yours.

When my team is divided on design visions, I foster alignment by encouraging open communication and valuing all ideas. I lead collaborative workshops to merge perspectives, set clear criteria for decision-making, and establish feedback loops. My approach emphasizes empathy and consensus, unifying the team towards a shared vision.

How does each one of my team members feel emotionally, toward their own design? Do they truly feel the warm and fuzzies? ❤️ Or do they have a sense they could have done better and made changes to the final outcome of their design! ✝️❤️

Algumas práticas de escuta ativa que podem ser implementadas são: Parafrasear: Repetir o que foi dito com suas próprias palavras para garantir que entendeu corretamente. Fazer perguntas: Solicitar mais informações ou esclarecer dúvidas. Mostrar empatia: Reconhecer os sentimentos e preocupações dos membros da equipe. Evitar interrupções: Deixar o outro concluir seu pensamento antes de responder. Manter a mente aberta: Estar disposto a considerar diferentes pontos de vista. Incentivar essas práticas pode transformar discussões acaloradas em colaborações produtivas, resultando em soluções de design mais inovadoras e eficazes.

Como responsable del equipo escucho activamente a cada uno del equipo (con todos ellos) sobre la visión particular de sus diseños. Luego, ir viendo uno a uno pero entre todos, que punto encuentran en común entre su diseño y el de su compañero. Y sino lo encuentran, soy yo la responsable de ayudarlos a consensuar entre los distintos diseños pero siempre intentando descubrir en qué mínimamente pueden converger los mismos. Creo que es una manera en que todos se sientan partícipes del diseño, con la visión un poco unificada.

Encontrar consenso em uma equipe nem sempre é fácil, mas é importante lembrar de: 1. Ouvir ativamente: Permitir que todos expressem suas opiniões e preocupações sem interrupções. 2. Identificar pontos comuns: Procurar por objetivos comuns entre os colaboradores. Sempre vai existir um ponto ao menos. 3. Focar nos objetivos: Lembrar a equipe dos objetivos principais da empres e como o alinhamento é crucial para alcançá-los. 4. Explorar novas soluções: Gerar ideias que possam integrar diferentes perspectivas. 5. Comprometer com um plano: Decidir em conjunto sobre a melhor abordagem e acreditar que no final vamos chegar juntos. 6. Reavaliar regularmente: Verificar periodicamente se todos continuam alinhados e ajustar conforme necessário.

There is need to listen very actively when a team is divided on designed visions. To achieve this, the following professional steps could be taken from the perspective of Peace and Conflict Resolution discipline. 1. Request for others position, opinion or demands 2. Present your own position, demands or requests 3. Prepare options beforehand. That is, prepare for what could be an alternative to your demand or position in case it doesn't go well with others. 4. Never argue but simply state your position and listen 5. Don't be emotional but open your mind for extensive deliberation or negotiation 6. Choose the right time for the negotiation because negotiating in an unstable state of mind could deter making an informed decision.

As an estimator and project manager you must convey your vision of material acquisition and installation to your team. Each member of your team has a task and goal to fulfill. It is our duty to properly delegate theses objectives to everyone involved. This includes material ordering, crew scheduling, vehicle maintenance, contract approvals, timely invoices, change order and RFI submittals, and after day reports from your crew. If you handle all of these areas, whether direct or just a "hey where are we on this?" with the team member designated to the task, it greatly increases your chance of success for you and the company.

Team, To ensure that team members are all moving in a unified direction, it's critical that to maintain open communication channels and that each person understands their role, targets, and scope of work clearly. High-functioning teams require strong leadership combined with emotional intelligence to foster an environment of trust and collaboration. For task owners, the team must have a solid grasp on the objectives, deliverables, and boundaries of their work. If anything is unclear, they should raise questions with their manager. Consistent communication on status and blockers is expected.

You can discuss and clarify core objectives during teem meetings to ensure every team member is on the same page, you can also get feedback from the team on how to achieve the set core objectives.

Listar os objetivos principais: Identificar e documentar os objetivos inegociáveis do projeto que todos concordam. Priorizar esses objetivos: Determinar a importância relativa de cada objetivo para orientar as decisões de design. Comunicar claramente: Assegurar que todos compreendam e concordem com esses objetivos. Buscar consenso: Trabalhar para obter acordo sobre os pontos principais, mesmo que haja desacordos em aspectos menos críticos. Monitorar e ajustar: Revisar regularmente os objetivos e o progresso do design para garantir que estão alinhados. Essa abordagem não apenas facilita a resolução de conflitos, mas também garante que o produto final atenda às necessidades do projeto e dos stakeholders.

This should be core part of the conversation as this is the only thing which will bring team together. It should be very clear to everyone and it should be in mind of the team while working on product. If team has different views then need to assess which design is close to objective or by which design we can achieve it quickly, seamlessly.

Clearly define the project’s goals and objectives. Ensure that everyone understands the purpose and the desired outcomes.Evaluate how each design vision aligns with the project’s goals. This helps in objectively assessing the value of each idea. Look for ways to combine the best elements of different design visions. This can lead to innovative solutions that satisfy multiple perspectives. Strive for consensus by facilitating discussions and addressing concerns. Use techniques like dot voting or prioritization grids to gauge the team’s preferences. If consensus cannot be reached, involve leadership to make the final decision, ensuring it aligns with the overall project goals and user needs.

Sessões de brainstorming: Realizar reuniões onde todos os membros são incentivados a compartilhar suas ideias livremente, sem críticas. Técnicas de ideação: Utilizar métodos como mind mapping, sketching ou role-playing para estimular a geração de ideias. Ambiente seguro: Criar um ambiente onde todos se sintam confortáveis para expressar suas ideias, mesmo as mais incomuns. Diversidade de perspectivas: Incluir membros de diferentes áreas e com diversas experiências para enriquecer o pool de ideias. Documentação: Registrar todas as ideias geradas para que possam ser revisadas e refinadas posteriormente.

This is a time to connect with your team. This is a time to show them exactly what kind of a leader you are. You know who you are. You would not have reached this level of leadership if you had not soul-searched and identified your strengths and also those areas that need more work. Group meetings are a key time to show your team who they are working for. You understand what’s at stake - carry yourself with that confidence and lead this group to the place of a solid Team Confidence: a team that listens to one another and supports each other. Unleash the personality that is both inclusive and decisive - a personality that listens intently and gives feedback that is on point; totally honest while being the most respectful person in the room.

As moving towards your objective,you shall emphasize the importance of innovation and creativity in your approach.Encourage each and every one of your team to think outside the box and bring new and creative ideas to the table. This will allow them to explore different options in achieving the goal and ultimately satisfy all stakeholders involved. I believe that by opening the door to innovation and creativity, we can unlock new and better ways of reaching our target. Therefore, I urge each leader not to limit his team to strict options and instead, showcase their talents and ideas.

One thing I’ve found that helps is to allow everyone to contribute to the idea. Giving everyone an opportunity to speak promotes respect. As a team leader, you may take a little from various ideas to create a workable idea. Then ask them to vote on it. Encouraging everyone to participate in the decision making process builds trust among the team.

Even if the team is divided, here we need to set criteria for the needed process in terms of budget, implementation period, needed staff, expected results, risk assessment, so they can not be divided 50 by 50, here will vote for the best process that everyone will be part of!

We have a unique team with very different skill sets. My focus is to convey the vision to the team as a whole and for them to look at their individual intention and how they achieve this. This creates autonomy while aiming to complete tasks. My main role is to ensure my team are well and they maintain focus. We are a lived experienced team and support individuals with complex issues.

You cannot be self-conscious and do this task well. Building consensus requires your best skill set of putting puzzle pieces together and creating a coherent picture of what you know this team is capable of. You must be able to shave a little off of one idea and add on to another idea. Use your skill of finesse in order to fulfill your role as team leader and open your mind to each perspective, respectfully and honestly lead the team to a cohesive overview that will enhance the company’s goals and reputation.

Having everyone's buy-in and feeling that their voice is heard will boost morale and ensure the team are all marching in the same direction together. To acheive this we have to: 1. Listen to each team member's opinions. 2. Gather and synthesize all the different perspectives into a combined set of agreed-upon goals, strategies and action plans. 3. Ensure these agreed-upon goals and plans align with and support the overall vision and objectives for the team/company. 4. Finalize the consensus goals/plans and get public buy-in from everyone on the unified direction. With everyone's unique perspectives united into one aligned vision and direction, we can move forward with clarity and full commitment from the whole team.

I don’t think this is an option to come to conclusion. Because there are already different views then how this will help? There should not be compromise on Best solution. Consensus can be taken after having discussions around the options, objectives which may add more votes to best one.

Avaliação objetiva: Analisar cada opção de design com base nos objetivos definidos, destacando como cada uma atende ou não às necessidades do projeto. Discussão aberta: Promover um diálogo honesto sobre os prós e contras de cada opção, permitindo que todos expressem suas opiniões e preocupações. Critérios de decisão: Estabelecer critérios claros para avaliar as opções, ajudando a manter o foco nos objetivos compartilhados. Processo de eliminação: Gradualmente reduzir as opções, descartando aquelas que claramente não atendem aos objetivos.

Comunicação clara: Informar a todos os membros da equipe sobre a decisão final e as razões por trás dela. Certifique-se de que todos compreendem e aceitam a direção escolhida. Documentação detalhada: Registrar a decisão, os objetivos e os próximos passos em um documento acessível a todos os membros da equipe. Plano de ação: Desenvolver um plano de ação detalhado com prazos, responsabilidades e metas claras para a implementação. Alocação de recursos: Garantir que a equipe tenha os recursos necessários para executar as próximas etapas, seja tempo, ferramentas ou suporte adicional. Monitoramento e feedback: Acompanhar o progresso regularmente e fornecer feedback contínuo para ajustar e melhorar a implementação conforme necessário.

É crucial para o funcionamento da equipe realizar o feedback do trabalho, tecendo críticas construtivas do que funcionou bem e das partes que foram falhas no desenvolvimento do projeto. Como líder de um projeto, é fundamental encorajar os envolvidos para que não desanimem com as críticas recebidas, mas que transformem elas em combustível para o próximo trabalho.

Exploring the needs of all involved parties and understanding where the disruptions in cohesion intersect is key. Most people believe that “their” way of doing things is the “right” way and many don’t or won’t entertain alternative possibilities. As the leader of a project, it is important to stay on course of the overall vision. It is the leader’s role to unify the team. When members are at odds on the details of reaching the goal, I feel it wise to ask each member or small groups within the larger team, to simultaneously work up a progression strategy. I usually find that their approaches are similar yet slightly differ in order or complexity. This allows for all parties to find common ground and a solid path forward.

Leaders: if you have multiple team members who are often opening dialogs with you regarding ideas and visions that can improve your business in various ways - you are truly a fortunate leader! You have team members who want to be there and are anxious to contribute to the success of the operation you are running. Do not just have a “suggestion box;” your ears and head are the box! Listen and interact with your team members. The more you listen, the more you would be able to stop a conflict before it launches. Good work.

After discussions if you are not able to come to conclusion or not able to close the gap then present solutions in front of end users and take their feedback as they are the ones who want product.