As a team facilitator, focus areas to create a collaborative team environment when the organizational culture does not foster collaboration are;
1.) Facilitate group understanding of business needs & measurable goal milestones
2.) Cultivate mentoring programs amongst members
3.) Collaborate with leadership to strengthen rewards programs
4.) Serve as a dedicated liaison decentralizing expertise
5.) Be consultative in nature with an appreciative approach to coaching
6.) Create self-discovery Bandwith vs. accountabilities
7.) Be aware of the complexity of remote geographies and time constraints
8.) Be a change advocate & foster commitment to action planning
Reference:
Gratton, L. & Ericsson, T.J., (2007). Harvard Business Publishing: 8 Ways to Build
Collaborative Teams.