We share a common wisdom that says the most important part of any work environment is “the people”.  Humans are the source of knowledge, skills, creativity and initiative.  People working in synergy are capable of outstanding results.  When considering ways to build strength and resilience in your team, consider how well your environment reflects these principles;

• Common vision and goals - It is easier for all to support the team direction if they have an understanding of the big picture.
• Clear roles for team members - What is my role in contributing to the vision and goals?
• Positive communication - respectful, and solutions focussed rather than problem focussed.  Discussion will often use the words “
  How can we…”.
• Sound leadership - Leaders must be credible, trustworthy and sound role models for the team.
• Trust - As well as trust within interpersonal relationships, there is a sense of trust that is built from being able to predict consequences of decisions and actions, whether successful or not.  A fearful workplace is less productive than a solutions focussed workplace.
• Effective systems - systems need to support goal driven practices and behaviours.  Unnecessary beauracracy should be eliminated, and evaluation of outcomes should consider how well the systems support positive outcomes.
• Adequate resources - nothing says more clearly to employees that “This is important”, than the necessary resources to get on with the job.