The strategy focuses on initiating a 2-year project with a 12-member team by clearly defining project objectives. This involves gathering stakeholder input to identify goals, aligning the team on objectives, and breaking them into manageable deliverables. Regular check-ins and setting SMART objectives ensure everyone is committed and responsibilities are clear.
Another strategy is establishing effective communication channels. This includes using a project management tool, setting regular team meetings, and developing a communication plan. Training on tools and protocols for issue resolution enhance transparency and discussion.
Lastly, building a strong project team culture is essential. A kickoff meeting introduces roles and responsibilities, while team-building exercises and recognition of achievements strengthen collaboration and morale. Providing professional development opportunities tied to project goals fosters growth and inclusivity.
The strategies
⛳️ Strategy 1: Define clear project objectives
- Gather input from stakeholders to identify key project goals
- Schedule a team meeting to discuss and align on objectives
- Break down objectives into manageable deliverables
- Establish a project timeline and key milestones
- Ensure objectives are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART)
- Document objectives and share with all team members
- Set up regular check-ins to assess progress towards objectives
- Assign responsibility for each deliverable to appropriate team members
- Review and adjust objectives as needed based on progress and feedback
- Confirm commitment to objectives from all team members
⛳️ Strategy 2: Establish effective communication channels
- Select and implement a project management tool to facilitate communication
- Set up regular team meetings and decide on an appropriate frequency
- Create a shared repository for project documents and updates
- Develop a communication plan outlining how information will be shared
- Identify key points of contact within the team for specific areas
- Encourage transparency and open discussion during meetings
- Provide training on communication tools as needed
- Establish protocols for issue escalation and resolution
- Schedule regular one-on-ones with team members to address concerns
- Evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies and make improvements
⛳️ Strategy 3: Build a strong project team culture
- Organise a project kickoff meeting to introduce team members
- Define team roles and responsibilities clearly
- Set team norms and expectations collaboratively
- Plan team-building exercises to strengthen collaboration
- Encourage knowledge sharing and peer learning opportunities
- Create a feedback loop to continually assess team dynamics
- Recognise and celebrate team achievements and milestones
- Foster an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued
- Provide opportunities for professional development linked to project goals
- Evaluate team performance and morale regularly to make necessary adjustments
Bringing accountability to your strategy
It's one thing to have a plan, it's another to stick to it. We hope that the examples above will help you get started with your own strategy, but we also know that it's easy to get lost in the day-to-day effort.
That's why we built Tability: to help you track your progress, keep your team aligned, and make sure you're always moving in the right direction.
Give it a try and see how it can help you bring accountability to your strategy.
