Master the essentials of building, leading, and evaluating high-impact teams. This course teaches you how to unite diverse groups under a shared mission while fostering a culture of collaboration and psychological safety. You'll gain practical skills to navigate team transitions, resolve conflicts, and drive productivity without burnout. Additionally, you'll learn to develop your team members’ skills through effective performance appraisals, goal setting, and continuous feedback. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to lead a successful, resilient, results-oriented team.
Foster Team Achievement
Foster Team Achievement
This course is part of New Manager’s Playbook Specialization
Instructor: Harvard Business Review
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Intermediate level
Some related experience required
3 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Build a strong team, encourage collaboration, and increase productivity without causing burnout
Encourage healthy communication and feedback, build trust, and help your team debate and disagree productively.
Boost team achievement and accountability by setting clear metrics and motivating goals without causing burnout.
Prepare for and conduct effective performance reviews to monitor progress and support employee development.
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March 2026
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This course is part of the New Manager’s Playbook Specialization
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There are 3 modules in this course
Organizations are powered by teams: groups of people with a shared identity, complementary skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively. As a leader, you can create immense value by knowing how to build and lead teams in ways that maximize their creativity and performance.
What's included
11 videos45 readings1 assignment
Performance appraisal is essential for reinforcing positive behaviors and addressing less-constructive ones. Learn how to provide ongoing feedback, identify opportunities for professional development, and recognize employee achievements.
What's included
9 videos27 readings1 assignment
What's included
2 assignments
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