"Vision: Value teamwork; recognize and support the contributions of one another." (OSU Extension Mission, Vision and Values)

Team synergy is greater than the sum of the individual contributions. Self directed work teams enhance staff motivation and retention, develop the organization's credibility with stakeholders, provide a larger pool of skills from which to draw statewide, supplement but do not replace the role of specialists, increase networking among staff members, and increase organizational self-esteem.

OSU Extension has emphasized teamwork in planning, implementing and evaluating programs since the late 1980's. To support that effort, the following developmental resources for program team leaders are now available.

Components

There are 6 components to the resources for team leaders. They include:

1. Building Blocks for Teams fact sheets
2. Leadership Link Articles
3. Team Leader Checklist
4. Evaluation Tools
5. Impact Documentation and Reporting Strategies
6. Coaching Assistance

Team Leader Training Development Committee