The Manager's Pocket Guide to Virtual Teams

SKILL 2:DEVELOP A COMMON PURPOSE ANDPRINCIPLES

•  Definition:  Tapping into the deep aspiration of the team to make a difference

•   Benefits:

—   Lifts team members

—   Grounds team members

•   Steps:

A.   Articulate the vision

B.   Define the values

C.   Agree on operating principles

Introduction

Developing a common purpose and set of common principles means tapping into the deep aspirations of the team to make a difference. Having a sense of purpose and a clear set of principles both elevates and anchors the team at the same time.

The purpose lifts the team sights to a higher aim while the principles ensure that the team stays grounded in a set of well-defined values. When a team has a common purpose, members articulate it enthusiastically ...