10 Things You Can Do to Change That Right Now

Let’s be honest: not every team is firing on all cylinders all the time.

Some teams are great—they collaborate like pros, hit goals, and bring the vibe. Others? Well… they’re kind of meh. Functional, but uninspired. Busy, but not bonded.

Here’s the good news: wherever your team sits on the “great-to-meh” scale, there are simple, powerful things you can do—right now—to level up.

1. Ask Better Questions

Don’t just ask, “How are you?” Ask, “What’s been your biggest win this week?” or “What’s something frustrating we can fix?” Great teams thrive on meaningful conversations.

2. Celebrate Small Wins

Waiting for a huge milestone to celebrate? Stop. A small shout-out, a ‘well done’ message, or even a donut run can go a long way in boosting morale and motivation.

3. Run a ‘Team Health Check’

Not sure where your team stands? Tools like our Team Health Calculator can give you instant insight—and help you address problems before they spiral.

4. Ditch the Endless Meetings

Cut meeting time by 25% and reinvest it in brainstorming, connecting, or problem-solving. Less drag, more value.

5. Try Something Unexpected

Throw in a surprise challenge. Plan a mystery lunch. Organize a five-minute laughter yoga session. Shake the routine. Disrupt the autopilot.

6. Make Feedback a Habit

Great teams don’t wait for year-end reviews. They share real, kind, and useful feedback weekly (sometimes daily). Start now.

7. Use Each Person’s Strengths

Are you asking your detail-obsessed team member to “think big”? Or your visionary to manage spreadsheets? Flip it. Align tasks with talent.

8. Schedule a Reset Moment

Even a short, energizing team build—virtual or in-person—can realign energy and purpose. We can help with that 😉.

9. Start a Weekly Ritual

From “Monday Motivation” huddles to “Friday Fail” story-sharing, consistent team rituals build trust, fun, and cohesion.

10. Lead with Vulnerability

When leaders admit mistakes, ask for input, or say “I don’t know,” it opens the door for others to show up authentically too.

Final Thought:

Great teams aren’t born—they’re built, day by day, action by action. The trick isn’t waiting for some magic shift. It’s starting small. Starting now.

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