Here's how you can improve your teamwork and collaboration skills as a project coordinator.
As a project coordinator, your ability to foster teamwork and collaboration is crucial. You're the linchpin that holds the project together, ensuring that every team member is in sync and that the project moves forward smoothly. Improving your collaboration skills can lead to more effective communication, increased productivity, and ultimately, the successful completion of projects. By honing these skills, you'll not only enhance your team's performance but also elevate your own value within any organization.
Building trust within your team is fundamental to successful collaboration. As a project coordinator, it's your responsibility to create an environment where team members feel comfortable sharing ideas and concerns. Encourage open communication by being approachable and actively listening to your colleagues. Acknowledge their contributions and provide constructive feedback. When trust is established, team members are more likely to take ownership of their tasks and work cooperatively towards the project's goals.
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Banu Ergin
Technical Consultant; Strategic Management | Project Delivery | Business Development
Supporting interpersonal harmony and the ability to act with a shared activity plan, while bringing hidden conflicts to light in a safe environment: These are the two fundamental principles of collaboration. Playing games, "servant" facilitator who keeps agenda responsibly, matrix control, performance evalution and indexation are the key words. The people in any organisation should remind themselves that, through any work session whether be a workshop or an email conversation, should no titles be the power underneath, but listening.
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Robyn Musumeci
Uncommon passion and talent for supporting solutions to project "problems", meeting client expectations and my teams' needs. I truly enjoy knowing I am part of others success in addition to my own
Being "green & young" in a very successful & rapidly progressing career I had to constantly remind myself that MANY of my, not only co-workers, industry colleagues were older, skilled and knowledgeable in areas in which I was still gaining experience. It took a few attempts but I tried asking my collective group "who has specific experience in this?" and "do any of ya'll have a founded idea for a starting point?" I'd remind myself again to shut up and listen and take notes (adding my thoughts) then open it for actions/plans to add TO the already formulating work path. Next were alternate suggestions *even just theory or guesstimates not yet realized. Nothing, ever, has been a success without corrections. They shined & bonded; I grew!
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Franklin H KORSAO
Franklin, holder of a master's degree in international Cooperation & Humanitarian Aid & an MBA in Project Management, is an Agroeconomst expert in project engineering, dvlopt of agricultural value chains & Food Security
- Approfondir l'importance cruciale de la confiance comme fondement de la collaboration efficace au sein des équipes de projet. Mettre en avant des stratégies spécifiques telles que la transparence dans la communication, la cohérence entre les paroles et les actions, et l'établissement de relations de travail solides basées sur le respect mutuel. - Offrir une approche détaillée pour la définition d'objectifs SMART, en soulignant l'importance de la spécificité, de la mesurabilité, de l'atteignabilité, de la pertinence et de la temporalité dans la fixation des objectifs de projet. Inclure des exemples concrets de la manière dont des objectifs clairs et bien définis peuvent aligner l'équipe vers des résultats communs.
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Saulo Mesquita
Civil Engineer | Contracts Manager | Project Manager | Works Manager | Works Coordinator | Buildings
Throughout my career, fostering a collaborative and trusting work environment has been my top priority. I believe this is key to project success. Early in my career, I struggled with communication and sharing ideas. This experience highlighted the importance of accessibility and open communication. As I took on leadership roles I created an environment where everyone feels free to express themselves, share ideas. I value each team member and strive to provide constructive feedback for their professional growth. My experience demonstrates that building trust and collaboration is essential for project success. By creating an environment where team members feel valued, we can achieve exceptional results and overcome complex challenges.
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Ben Amadi
Accomplished licensed General B contractor with broad knowledge of all construction substrates, overseeing construction site, maintaining health & safety standards, and delivering projects within time and budget.
In project management, building trust is akin to mastering the art of sales. Everything in life involves negotiation, and the better you are at it, the more profit you can generate. When it comes to trust, you are essentially selling yourself. If your "buy rate" is high, you’ve successfully built a team of loyal and engaged members. Trust, much like any high-quality product, requires certain attributes to be perceived as valuable. These attributes include consistent contribution, effective coaching and genuine care. By setting these parameters correctly and ensuring they are met, the results will lead to success. When your team sees these qualities in you, their trust will grow, and with it, their commitment to the project's success.
Clear and achievable goals are the backbone of any collaborative effort. As a project coordinator, ensure that every team member understands the project's objectives and their role in achieving them. Break down large goals into manageable tasks and set milestones to track progress. This clarity not only helps maintain focus but also allows for the alignment of individual contributions with the collective mission, fostering a sense of shared purpose among the team.
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Anthony Efstathiadis
Partner at Get Involved
Each project aims to achieve specific and well-defined objectives. A clear breakdown of all the necessary tasks is essential. Each project sub-team and member should have specific goals that should be focused on those. These goals should be clear, transparent, just and well defined. Moreover, there should be two more considerations when setting each team member’s goals. Firstly, team members should understand how their work contributes to the project's bigger picture, this can result in motivating them and fostering alignment with the project scope. Secondly, team members knowing which teams their work impacts allows for better communication and collaboration, ultimately improving project effectiveness.
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Rodrigo Rezende
Project Manager at Immersion Estratégia Aplicada
In addition to setting clear and achievable goals, it's crucial to provide the necessary resources and support to your team members. Ensure that they have access to the tools, training, and information required to perform their tasks effectively. Encourage a culture of continuous learning and improvement by offering opportunities for skill development and knowledge sharing. Regular feedback sessions can help identify areas for growth and celebrate achievements, reinforcing motivation and commitment. By creating an environment where team members feel supported and valued, you enhance their ability to contribute meaningfully to the project's success and foster a collaborative and dynamic team culture.
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Adilson Junior (AJ)
Agilista | Transformação Digital | Liderança | Instrutor | Mentor | Coach Profissional
Estabelecendo metas para melhorar as habilidades de trabalho em equipe e colaboração como coordenador de projeto: Defina metas SMART: Defina metas que sejam Específicas, Mensuráveis, Atingíveis, Relevantes e Temporizadas (SMART). Isso garante que seus objetivos sejam claros, concretos e alcançáveis dentro de um prazo definido. Metas em conjunto: Estabeleça as metas em conjunto com a equipe, garantindo que todos estejam alinhados com os objetivos do projeto e que se sintam comprometidos com o seu alcance. Comunicação e acompanhamento: Comunique as metas de forma clara e transparente para toda a equipe.
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Suzianti Niga Anak Jingan
Facilities Engineer at Petra Energy Development Sdn Bhd
The goals also should be communicated clearly and consistently to the team members especially when the nature of the project is dynamic and challenging.
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Juan Antonio Morales
Coordinador Vías
Una vez en el trabajo me tocaba salir de descanso, dejando en claro el objetivo de las actividades en mi ausencia y dando oportunidad a que ellos eligieran como realizarlas, siempre y cuando se cumplieran. No fue así, no se logró lo esperado, la información era incompleta y confusa. A la semana de haber llegado, volvimos a coordinar el mismo objetivo y esta vez, yo las dividí y dejé que eligieran si iniciar de punto A o punto B, el objetivo era llegar al otro lado y cada equipo coordinarse, y fue un éxito. Que aprendí que, todas las opiniones suman, y que dando libertad a que todos hagan los suyo está bien, solo que NO siempre funciona, debe de haber un Objetivo dividido en tareas, y asignando un plan a efectuar.
Effective communication is the key to improving teamwork. As a project coordinator, you must be clear and concise in your instructions and updates. Utilize various communication tools to suit different needs, whether it's email for formal communications or instant messaging for quick updates. Always be available to clarify doubts and make sure that all team members are on the same page regarding the project's status and their responsibilities.
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Juan Antonio Morales
Coordinador Vías
Pienso que muchas veces damos por entendido que las personas piensan o entiende lo mismo que nosotros quisimos decir. He experimentado que muchas de las indicaciones u órdenes que dejo, estando yo o no, a veces no son asimiladas de la misma forma que yo las pensé o veía en mi mente. Es por eso, que en diversas ocasiones pido que, me vuelvan a decir el objetivo de las actividades o bien, que me describan los procesos (según el caso) o bien, que ellos me digan que es lo que harán para "una u otra" actividad y me expliquen, con ello lograr que se puedan retroalimentar entre todos y saber que se habla dentro de un mismo canal, para lograr el objetivo o bien simplemente estar por enterados lo que se tiene
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Aseem Shrivastava
Immediate Joiner | Business Analyst | Certified Scrum Master | Agile Business Analyst | IIBA - ECBA Trained |
Communication is one of the most important attribute if you want to build a successful and motivated team. Honesty, transparency and acceptance are the key principles that the individuals should adhere to encourage better communication within team. Individuals should understand that communication is not only conveying your thoughts but also taking feedbacks. A project coordinator should be able to communicate so effectively that team members feel comfortable and confident in sharing their concerns.
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Anibal Fernando Rangel Cardenas
Director sede Barrancabermeja
En todo proyecto es importante tener una comunicaicon clara y efectiva, es decir, saber con quien comunicarse ante algun evento o necesidad, de lo contrario vamos a tener bucle decomunicaion confusa y/o personal realizando atividades que no le correspondes o fuerona signadas.
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Rodrigo Rezende
Project Manager at Immersion Estratégia Aplicada
In addition to clear and concise communication, fostering an inclusive environment where every team member feels heard and valued is essential. Encourage open dialogue by creating regular opportunities for team discussions and feedback sessions. Actively seek input from all members, ensuring that diverse perspectives are considered. Utilize collaborative tools such as shared project management software and virtual meeting platforms to facilitate seamless communication, especially in remote or hybrid work settings. By prioritizing inclusivity and leveraging various communication channels effectively, you can enhance team cohesion, prevent misunderstandings, and ensure that everyone is aligned and working towards the project's goals.
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Adilson Junior (AJ)
Agilista | Transformação Digital | Liderança | Instrutor | Mentor | Coach Profissional
Comunicação clara para melhorar as habilidades de trabalho em equipe e colaboração como coordenador de projeto: Seja claro e conciso: Expresse suas ideias de forma clara, concisa e direta, evitando jargões técnicos e linguagem complexa. Seja específico: Seja específico em suas instruções, solicitações e feedback. Evite ambiguidades que possam gerar dúvidas ou interpretações erradas. Utilize diferentes canais de comunicação: Utilize diferentes canais de comunicação, como e-mail, chat, reuniões presenciais e ferramentas online, de acordo com a situação e o público-alvo.
Diversity in a team brings a wealth of perspectives and ideas. As a project coordinator, it's important to leverage these differences to enhance problem-solving and innovation. Encourage team members to respect and consider varying viewpoints and create a culture where diverse thoughts are celebrated. By doing so, you'll not only improve collaboration but also drive the team towards more creative and effective solutions.
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Samson Jacob
Senior Project Coordinator
Leverage diverse perspectives and ideas for enhanced problem-solving and innovation. Encourage respect for varying viewpoints and celebrate diverse thoughts. Foster a culture that values and integrates diversity for improved collaboration and creative solutions.
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Rodrigo Rezende
Project Manager at Immersion Estratégia Aplicada
In addition to celebrating diversity, it's essential to actively create opportunities for team members to engage with and learn from each other. Organize regular team-building activities that highlight each member's unique strengths and experiences. Implement mentorship programs where individuals can share knowledge and skills across different areas of expertise. Foster an environment of psychological safety where everyone feels comfortable voicing their opinions without fear of judgment or retaliation. By continuously promoting inclusivity and learning, you can harness the full potential of your team's diversity, leading to more innovative approaches and robust problem-solving capabilities.
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Adilson Junior (AJ)
Agilista | Transformação Digital | Liderança | Instrutor | Mentor | Coach Profissional
Abraçando a diversidade para melhorar as habilidades de trabalho em equipe e colaboração como coordenador de projeto: Valorize as diferenças: Reconheça e valorize as diferenças de perspectivas, experiências e origens dos membros da equipe. Compreenda que a diversidade enriquece o processo de trabalho em equipe e leva a soluções mais inovadoras. Promova a inclusão: Crie um ambiente de trabalho inclusivo onde todos se sintam respeitados, valorizados e seguros para compartilhar suas ideias e contribuir ativamente. Combata preconceitos e discriminações. Incentive a participação: Incentive a participação ativa de todos os membros da equipe, independentemente de suas diferenças.
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Juan Antonio Morales
Coordinador Vías
Cuando nos corresponde hablar sobre algún tema en especial, me gusta escuchar las diversas aportaciones que tienen las demás personas, esto también es parte del punto #1 de confianza, lo cual hace participe a todos y da la certeza de que la persona se hace presente. Entonces, al escuchar todas las opiniones, en repetidas ocasiones someto a votación si alguna opinión tiene mayor aportación, buscar elegir entre todos la más acertada o la mejor acondicionada a lo que buscamos, con tal de que todos se hagan presentes y todos sean escuchados. De esta forma se da pie a que todos participen, a que se busquen diversas soluciones y sobre todo que colaboren en la toma de decisiones.
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Ogweno barrack Otieno
Technical Sales Engineer at ZENITH STEEL FABRICATORS LTD
One thing I know works magic is guiding every team member towards their strongest skill sets. As a coordinator, take time to understand the team and impress upon them the values of being a master of one trade. Additionally, create a semblance of autonomy and respect the problem solving skills of your team. When teams are autonomous, they are more critical in thinking and will always generate quality results that are well canvased and pre-tested.
Conflict is inevitable in any team setting, but as a project coordinator, how you manage it can make or break the team's dynamic. Address issues promptly and impartially, facilitating discussions that focus on finding a resolution beneficial to the project. Encourage team members to express their concerns and work together to find common ground. Effective conflict resolution strengthens teamwork by building resilience and trust among team members.
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Anibal Fernando Rangel Cardenas
Director sede Barrancabermeja
Todo conflicto se debe solucion con un buen dialogo y comprension. toda persona tiene una forma de ser pero hay que encotntrar el equilibrio. sin emabrgo apra eso se establecen las "reglas de juego" o manuel de convivencia.
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Rodrigo Rezende
Project Manager at Immersion Estratégia Aplicada
In addition to managing conflicts as they arise, it's important to establish a proactive approach to prevent them whenever possible. Set clear expectations for behavior and communication from the outset, and ensure that all team members understand and commit to these standards. Regularly check in with the team to gauge the overall mood and address any brewing tensions early on. Provide training in conflict resolution and effective communication to empower team members with the skills they need to handle disputes constructively. By fostering a culture of respect, openness, and proactive problem-solving, you can minimize conflicts and maintain a positive and productive team environment.
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Adilson Junior (AJ)
Agilista | Transformação Digital | Liderança | Instrutor | Mentor | Coach Profissional
Resolvendo conflitos para melhorar as habilidades de trabalho em equipe e colaboração como coordenador de projeto: Abordagem proativa: Adote uma abordagem proativa para a resolução de conflitos, identificando-os e abordando-os precocemente para evitar que se intensifiquem. Comunicação aberta e empática: Crie um ambiente seguro para que os membros da equipe expressem suas preocupações e diferentes pontos de vista. Incentive a comunicação aberta e empática, buscando entender as perspectivas de todos os envolvidos. Mediação e facilitação: Atue como mediador ou facilitador na resolução de conflitos, ajudando as partes a encontrarem um terreno comum e chegarem a um acordo mutuamente satisfatório.
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Shisin Padinjare Kinarullathil
Passionate about Science, IT, Innovations, and Procurement | Driving Excellence for 15 Years
Differences in preferences and personalities can lead to disagreements. Maintaining a healthy work culture is the key to tackle conflicts. Though it is impossible to avoid conflicts and clashes, we can minimize it by conducting awareness programs, team building events, mental health improvement sessions etc.
Feedback is essential for continuous improvement in collaboration skills. Create a feedback-friendly environment where team members feel comfortable giving and receiving constructive criticism. As a project coordinator, regularly ask for feedback on your own performance and the team's dynamics. Use this information to make adjustments and improve processes, which in turn will enhance teamwork and the overall success of the project.
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Suzianti Niga Anak Jingan
Facilities Engineer at Petra Energy Development Sdn Bhd
Always remember not to take things personally. Nonetheless, it is important to know how to give constructive feedback, rather than just giving critism which is not helpful for improvement.
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Abdirahman Shariff
Nabadgelinta Soomaaliya Project Coordinator at GREDO
You need to break away from cordial hypocrisy where we pretend that everything is great due to fear or loyalty, this will prevent the team from addressing the real issues and seeing their current reality. Feedback is not about the team or you personally but the experience of others of how you do things. It's not about giving an advice or making judgement but a valuable resources for understanding how others perceive our actions and behaviour. You can make feedback a regular part of your teams interactions. By being open, having a beginner’s mind,and see feedback as an opportunity to learn and improve. By valuing honest feedback, you can turn potential challenges into breakthroughs, strengthening your team and the project outcomes.
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Felipe Reyes Silva
Jefe de Proyectos
Tal como se ha planteado en el enunciado la retroalimentación es fundamental, sin esta acción no hay progreso, diría que resulta mandatorio para poder mejorar procesos y por ende el trabajo en equipo. Debemos ser capaces de entregar la confianza al equipo para que con tranquilidad y libertad pueda hacer comentarios en cualquier momento.
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Abiǒdun E. Adeboyejǒ CISSP. PMP.
Project Management And Cybersecurity Professional.
Active Listening: one’s ability to listen to your team members is a way to get buy-in and to encourage productive collaborations on any project. When you listen to other people’s views, suggestions, ideas on how to resolve an issue or improve on existing process, that singular act helps build confidence and trust among team members.
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Laja Lako Busuk Loggale
PRINCE2® Practitioner | Civil Engineer | Planning Engineer | Infrastructure Officer |Team Leader
What worked for my team and I is open communication, it is great for giving and receiving feedback, it gives the team safe space to express their opinion without fear, also giving credit where credit is due does wonder for team morale.
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Osman Karim
Energy Expert | Hydropower Expert | Senior Technical Consultant | Head of MEP & Energy Unit | Project Management | Strategic Planning
The good creative idea may come to you from one of the members of the working team who has recently joined the work. Accordingly, the team leader must always tend to listen carefully to all ideas, which will certainly have a positive impact on the progress of work, build trust among the team members, and urge each team member to present what he sees without hesitation. This approach to active listening guides and encourages fruitful collaboration on any project. When you listen to others' opinions, suggestions, and ideas on how to solve a problem or improve an existing process, this approach helps build trust among team members
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Blessing Alasa (THE NON PROFIT HR)
HR EXECUTIVE AT IRUKA FOUNDATION || LAWYER|| CONTENT CREATOR||CORRESPONDENCE MANAGEMENT||SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Also it is important to know everyone's strength after identifying their areas and knowing those who can be leaders and those who can support it's important to have timelines and ways of evaluation Weekly progress reports or evaluation forms help out so that you can easily evaluate choices and know who fits Evaluation also helps you to know the perfect area to put each person and where they would thrive It is also important to be open to feedbacks and give others the opportunity to come up with their own ideas and run with it
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