Planning with a team

When planning with a team, there's valuable advice from various experts on different aspects of team planning and structuring:

1. Clear Vision and Actionable Plans:

   • Jocko Willink discusses the importance of translating a leader's vision into actionable plans. Effective planning helps create a common vision and shared understanding among team members, facilitating better coordination and execution 1.

2. Trust and Team Strength:

   • Monique Brown emphasizes the significance of trusting oneself and building a team that complements your skills and strengths. She highlights the importance of leading with purpose and having a team that feels like a family, which promotes organic growth and stronger team dynamics 2.

3. Structured Group Decision-Making:

   • Steve McConnell advocates for techniques like Planning Poker to structure group decision-making. Such methods keep meetings productive and ensure that teams stay focused and engaged, which enhances overall efficiency 3.
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       Planning and Preparation

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       Trust and Teamwork

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       Planning Poker Insights

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       Team Structure Evolution

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       Team Alignment Insights

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4. Evolution of Team Structures:

   • Nilan Peiris discusses the evolution of team structures at Wise. He explains how they moved from autonomous teams to a more organized system of squads and tribes, ensuring accountability and maintaining a bottom-up approach to innovation 4.

5. Alignment and Communication:

   • Charlie Gilkey stresses the importance of aligning your life and work teams by clearly communicating your goals and priorities. Misalignment often arises from a lack of communication, leading to inefficiency. Addressing this foundational issue is crucial before diving into tactical planning 5.

These insights cover critical aspects of team planning, from vision and execution to structured decision-making and evolving team structures. They emphasize the importance of clear communication, trust, and structured processes in achieving effective team planning and execution.