First, thank you for being vulnerable enough to ask for help, that is not easy to do. Being the new lead on an existing team means you are walking into established behaviours and understanding how those behaviours developed and what purpose they serve needs to be done in a non-challenging manner. This is incredibly difficult for a new manager to do when they themselves are being evaluated by leadership and by the team itself. In cases like these please contact me for a free consult; sometimes its a Team building session and sometimes it's just some transitioning roles sessions but let's talk more

The organization as a whole always has certain parameters they need to follow in order to receive funding, and very often we don’t know those finer details. First, address the elephant in the room “lack of control” often just acknowledging how frustrating this is to your staff can re-engage a conversation. Realize the staff need to vent, they may be at a place that is not “solution focused” that is still valuable, and necessary to walk through. Lastly, consider a Barrier Beakthrough session, not only to regain momentum on the project but also show the team that this is a tough one and they have done their best. Barrier Breakthrough sessions celebrate the grit of the team and show them how close they are to the finish line.

Team Building is essential for the staff to come together and create a solid working environment. It shows members where certain skills are strong, allows members to own their “practice” and gives light to areas that are falling behind. A quick free consult will allow me to find a fit for your team dynamic and your budget, a savvy manager should always be looking for a deal- let's see what we can do