Characteristics of a High Performance Team

1. Recruit quality team members- There is no substitute for this. Team members will either make you or break you.

a. Be sure they are conscientious -- They are compelled in their heart to finish a job with excellence. I have found this to be the biggest determination of a successful team member.

b. They share common goals-You cannot hope for success if all the team is going different directions or do not share the same passion.

c. They have a good attitude- Leadership expert, John Maxwell feels this is one of the most important traits.

d. They are teachable- This demonstrates a humble heart

e. They have good people skills.

f. They are gifted in their area of ministry.

2. Train them for the job

a. Train them for the specific job:

1. You do it and they observe

2. They do it and you observe

3. They do it and you appraise and give feedback

4. They do it and someone observes them

b. Train them in leadership

3. Make the roles clear

a. Know the job

b. Who to answer to

c. What is the win

4. A skilled leader- it's been said "everything rises and falls on leadership." One of the most important things you can do for yourself is train yourself in leadership. No skill can replace it.

5. Solid relationships- Diversity of personalities, gifts, generations, and egos can provide means of conflict. Not all of it can be avoided, but having good relationships helps to head off many problems before they start.

6. Consistent communication- it is the heart of teamwork.

7. A good bench- People being constantly trained to expand the organization and seamlessly replace those who leave.