A Comparison of Traditional vs. Team Focused
Organizational Environments

From Leading Teams
by Zenger, Musselwhite, Hurson, Perrin

Traditional Environment Team Environment
Managers determine and plan the work Managers and team members jointly determine and plan the work
Jobs are narrowly defined Jobs require broad skills and knowledge
Cross-training viewed as inefficient Cross-training is the norm
Most information is "management property" Most information is freely shared at all levels
Training for non-managers focuses on technical skills Continuous learning requires interpersonal, administrative, and technical training for all
Risk taking is discouraged and punished Measured risk taking is encouraged and supported
People work alone People work together
Rewards are based on individual performance Rewards are based on individual performance and contributions to team performance
Managers determine "best methods" Everyone works to continuously improve methods and processes

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