Building a Future-Flexible Team: What It Is and Why It Matters
The world of work has changed drastically in the last 30 years, and it continues to evolve as technology advances. To stay competitive in today’s business landscape, companies must be agile, adaptive, and capable of quickly pivoting to meet new demands. A key component of this is having a flexible team that is ready and willing to face new challenges head on. That’s why building a future-flexible team is essential for growth and success.
What Does a Future-Flexible Team Look Like?
A future-flexible team consists of individuals who are comfortable working outside their comfort zone and can adapt quickly to changing conditions. As markets evolve and new technologies emerge, companies require leadership and teams that can foresee the need to adapt and continually audit existing processes and organizational structures., as noted in Inc.com’s, “6 Steps for Leading Through Adaptive Change.” This type of team should include employees from different backgrounds with varying experience levels, skill sets, and expertise. This allows for diverse perspectives when it comes to problem solving and tackling difficult tasks. The members of a future-flexible team should also be highly motivated, creative thinkers who can think outside the box when needed.
How Can You Build a Future-Flexible Team?
The first step in building a future-flexible team is identifying the skillsets you need in order to achieve your goals. This can include anything from technical skills such as coding or design, soft skills like communication or collaboration, or managerial skills like leadership or delegation. Once you have identified these skill sets, you can begin looking for individuals with those qualities who are open to learning new things and adapting quickly. Additionally, it’s important to create an environment where employees feel safe taking risks and trying out new approaches without fear of failure or punishment. Finally, make sure that all team members understand the importance of communication within the group so that everyone is on the same page when it comes time to tackle challenges together.
What Are the Benefits of Having a Future-Flexible Team?
Having a future-flexible team allows businesses to operate more efficiently by reducing wasted resources due to outdated processes or inefficient workflows. By having employees who are able to pivot quickly when needed, businesses will also be able to take advantage of opportunities faster than their competitors which can lead to increased profits over time. A Mckenzie article on the ‘flow-to-work’ model highlights how “companies that rapidly allocate talent to opportunities have more than twice the likelihood of strong performance, and they also deliver better results per dollar spent.” Furthermore, having an adaptive workforce will allow companies to remain one step ahead by anticipating potential issues before they arise and addressing them proactively rather than after they become an issue. Finally, having a flexible team increases morale amongst employees as they feel empowered knowing that their contributions are valued and appreciated by leadership within the company.
The Future of Your Team Work
Building a future-flexible team can provide businesses with numerous advantages in today’s ever-changing landscape including increased efficiency, greater profitability potential, proactive problem solving capabilities, and improved employee morale among others. By understanding what makes up such teams—including diversity in background experience levels—and creating an environment where risk taking is encouraged, businesses can begin setting themselves up for success now so that they will be better prepared for whatever may come tomorrow!
If you want your team to achieve more in 2023 and beyond, contact us today for a free strategy session. Our experience and science-based coaching approach will help you identify opportunities for unleashing your team’s potential. You can also activate your own future-ready team using our Future-Flexible Team Building Workshop. Our mission is to support you in being your best self and doing your best work, as often as possible, now and in the future.
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