Establishing a Team Agreement
The agreement sets expectations for working together.
Steps:
Define Key Areas:
Collaboration (e.g., brainstorming, pair programming).
Communication (tools, response times, meeting etiquette).
Decision-Making (consensus or role-specific ownership).
Conflict Resolution (steps for addressing disagreements).
Accountability (tracking progress and commitments).
Day-to-Day Expectations:
Questions: “What behaviors and practices will help us work effectively?” and “What do I need from the team to succeed?”
Examples:
Regularly update progress in shared tools.
Respond to messages within agreed timeframes.
Participate actively in meetings and discussions.
Draft and Finalize:
Combine input into a simple document with categories like collaboration, communication, and accountability.