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Setting Realistic Team Goals
Learn to set team goals and keep employees accountablePreview the first lesson free — get full access to all 5 lessons.
Advanced Provider : Risë Legato 5 Lessons · 15m in Arabic, German, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese
Course Description
Realistic goal setting is an important skill for any leader. Realistic goals are doable within the confines of an employee’s knowledge, skills, and willingness to achieve them. Attainable goals are motivating for employees, and those goals can be set based on individual needs and strengths. One-on-one conversations can help during goal setting; but sometimes employees struggle to meet expectations for various reasons. When this happens, open and honest communication can help leaders hold team members accountable. This skill can be challenging for many leaders. So how can you ensure your teams are doing good work? What can you do to help each individual succeed?
In this course, you will learn the importance of setting realistic goals for the entire team. This also includes setting goals for each individual based on their strengths and weaknesses. You will also learn how to hold employees accountable for their work. By the end of this course, you will have the skills and knowledge to set goals for your company’s success.
What You'll Learn
- Explain the importance of setting realistic goals for the entire team
- Apply strategies to set goals for different types of employees
- Determine which employee characteristics to consider when setting goals
- Identify ways of holding employees accountable for their work
- Describe the 3R model for building a sense of accountability
Key Takeaways
- Realistic goals are doable within the confines of an employee's knowledge, skills, and willingness to achieve them.
- Attainable goals are motivating for employees and can be set based on individual needs and strengths.
- One-on-one conversations can help during goal setting, and open and honest communication helps leaders hold team members accountable.
- Setting goals for each individual based on their strengths and weaknesses is part of setting realistic team goals.
- The 3R model supports building a sense of accountability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course for?
This course is for leaders who want to set realistic goals for their team and for each individual, and who want to hold employees accountable for their work.
What will I be able to do after completing this course?
By the end of the course, you will have the skills and knowledge to set goals for your company's success, including setting goals for individuals based on their strengths and weaknesses and holding employees accountable.
What topics does this course cover?
The course covers setting realistic team goals, considering the individual when setting goals, holding team members accountable, and the 3R model for building a sense of accountability.
What skills does this course help develop?
It helps develop goal setting, team building, team management, team motivation, and a team-oriented approach, including through a team building workshop.
How is the course structured?
The course includes lessons on Introduction, Setting Realistic Team Goals, Considering the Individual, Holding Team Members Accountable, and a Test Your Knowledge section.
