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# 5 layers of focus for High Performing Teams
- URL: https://www.coenm.nl/5-layers-of-focus-for-high-performing-teams/
- Published: 2024-01-12T15:00:10.000Z
- Updated: 2024-01-12T15:00:10.000Z
- Author: Coen Meerbeek

In 2021 I [wrote ](https://www.coenm.nl/thoughts-on-high-performing-teams/)about the key ingredients for high performing teams on this blog which was mostly aimed at product teams. However, from those ingredients I distilled 5 layers of focus for every situation be it IT, shopping, restaurants or sports.

Put them on page 1 of your documentation hub like I do. Make sure every new teammember sees them and hears them from you personally and mention them whereever you can!

# One - **GOAL**

**Commit** to the shared team goal. Understand the **relationship** with the company/sportsteam goals. Find the shared team goal **personally meaningful**!

# Two - ROLES

Have **common understanding** of the roles and expectations in the team. Understand the **interdependencies**. **Represent** each other in- and outside the team.

# Three - **OPERATING PROTOCOLS**

Have a **clear understanding on agreements**. Discussions/meetings are **compelling** with active collaboration. **Welcome feedback** on how we work together and adapt/change accordingly.

# Four - **ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS**

Know which skills and competencies are **needed** to reach the team goal and are **present** in the team. **Ask for help/ offer support. Discuss** their skills, competencies and performance and **show appreciation**!

Know your place in the whole organization so you can reach out if need be.

# Five - **PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS**

Experience **trust and psychological safety** and **feel safe to learn** and **dare to make mistakes**. **Feel included** in the team. Engage in **constructive** conflicts. **Role model and coach** each other on living our values!