<div><b>Great teams don’t just happen.</b><br><br>How often have you sat in team meetings complaining to yourself, Why does it take forever for this group to make a simple decision? What are we even trying to achieve?” As a team leader, you have the power to improve things. It’s up to you to get people to work well together and produce results.<br><br>Written by team expert Mary Shapiro, the <b>HBR Guide to Leading Teams</b> will help you avoid the pitfalls you’ve experienced in the past by focusing on the often-neglected people side of teams. With practical exercises, guidelines for structured team conversations, and step-by-step advice, this guide will help you:<br><br>Pick the right team members<br>Set clear, smart goals<br>Foster camaraderie and cooperation<br>Hold people accountable<br>Address and correct bad behavior<br>Keep your team focused and motivated</div>