Each of us is a member of some sort of team — whether a work team, a sports team, a civic group, youth group, coalition, study group, class, or a family.  Whatever the team, all members can identify pros and cons to the group dynamics.  Perfection is hard to find, even in the very best of teams, groups, councils, or coalitions.  We can all stand to improve the dynamics within our own little world.  So, how do we do that?

In the Team of the Year Playbook and training, we will outline the steps to building an effective adult or youth group (or team) that can change the community. We focus on the characteristics of developing a successful coalition or council, and the difference between the two.

In 30 years of building successful youth teams, coalitions, and councils, the most successful groups are created in the spring. Students identified as committed individuals to the platform are able to participate in training, team-building, and action planning for the upcoming school year. Students are more focused and have ownership of the group when involved in the planning process.