Team cycle

Teams naturally progress through 4 stages:

• Forming: Team members get acquainted with each other’s languages and approaches.
• Storming: They navigate initial conflicts and differences in priorities and methodologies.
• Norming: They establish expectations and shared practices that respect each discipline's needs.
• Performing: Team members leverage their diverse expertise seamlessly, with each member understanding how their role contributes to the broader team success.^[1]

Each stage presents unique challenges in cross-functional environments, where different professional backgrounds and working styles intersect. Use regular retrospective meetings to identify your team's current stage and adjust leadership style accordingly.