4MAT Book Review For Creating Effective Team
4-MAT Book Review for Creating Effective Teams
Christopher Fletcher
Liberty University
Abstract Creating Effective Teams takes a somewhat unique perspective on leadership than many leadership books I have read in the past. I have read many books that place the greatest emphasis on the efforts of the leader in order for the team to be successful. Wheelan (2013) argues that the success of any given team is dependent upon the performance of all of its members. This book places a greater emphasis on the importance of teamwork. Wheelan contributes practical information and relevant stories to help the reader transition from theoretical applications to commonsensical practices. Wheelan’s intended purpose for the book …show more content…
There are times when God allows his people to be placed in situations that seem detrimental, and how soon we forget that whatever He has called to do, He will equip us to carry it out. A month ago, I was informed that I was going to be reassigned to a different department at work. I spoke with the assistant manager of that department to inquire about my assignment. He informed me that I would be working the input side of the department. The team members on this particular shift, in this particular area of the department, have long been known for having very low morale, substandard performance, and behavior problems. Prior to the transfer, I started brainstorming about how I can pull this group together and improve morale and performance. I honestly felt like it’s always been a leadership problem that has contributed to their situation. I decided I would bring all five teams together and set the right tone. I spoke with the teams on my second day of the …show more content…
A sealer void is an opening in the seal path which could potentially allow water inside the car when going through the shower test. I started tracking these defects in late November, and our shift has led the pack with the most defects. As the leader of this area, the only option is to improve. John Maxwell writes, “Victorious leaders possess an unwillingness to accept defeat. The alternative to winning is totally unacceptable to them” (2007, p. 180). Therefore, my plan is to meticulously and persistently guide my teams’ with clarification of goals, open communication, and feedback on our
Christopher Fletcher
Liberty University
Abstract Creating Effective Teams takes a somewhat unique perspective on leadership than many leadership books I have read in the past. I have read many books that place the greatest emphasis on the efforts of the leader in order for the team to be successful. Wheelan (2013) argues that the success of any given team is dependent upon the performance of all of its members. This book places a greater emphasis on the importance of teamwork. Wheelan contributes practical information and relevant stories to help the reader transition from theoretical applications to commonsensical practices. Wheelan’s intended purpose for the book …show more content…
There are times when God allows his people to be placed in situations that seem detrimental, and how soon we forget that whatever He has called to do, He will equip us to carry it out. A month ago, I was informed that I was going to be reassigned to a different department at work. I spoke with the assistant manager of that department to inquire about my assignment. He informed me that I would be working the input side of the department. The team members on this particular shift, in this particular area of the department, have long been known for having very low morale, substandard performance, and behavior problems. Prior to the transfer, I started brainstorming about how I can pull this group together and improve morale and performance. I honestly felt like it’s always been a leadership problem that has contributed to their situation. I decided I would bring all five teams together and set the right tone. I spoke with the teams on my second day of the …show more content…
A sealer void is an opening in the seal path which could potentially allow water inside the car when going through the shower test. I started tracking these defects in late November, and our shift has led the pack with the most defects. As the leader of this area, the only option is to improve. John Maxwell writes, “Victorious leaders possess an unwillingness to accept defeat. The alternative to winning is totally unacceptable to them” (2007, p. 180). Therefore, my plan is to meticulously and persistently guide my teams’ with clarification of goals, open communication, and feedback on our