Common Mistakes Teams Make (and How to Avoid Them with The Rocket Model)
- Dan Freschi - EDGE
- Apr 7
- 2 min read
Even the most talented teams can fall short. Not because they lack skills but because they stumble into avoidable pitfalls. Here are some common mistakes teams make and practical ways to overcome them:
❌ Mistake #1: Lack of Mission Clarity Teams without a clear, shared purpose are like rockets with no destination.
✅ Fix: Set SMART-B goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Resourced, Time-Bound, Benchmarked) to align everyone on what success looks like.
❌ Mistake #2: Misaligned Roles and Responsibilities Role confusion leads to inefficiency and frustration.
✅ Fix: Use a responsibility matrix to define who does what and revisit it regularly as the team evolves.
❌ Mistake #3: Ignoring Team Norms Without agreed-upon rules for communication, decision-making, and accountability, teams can derail.
✅ Fix: Collaborate to establish norms early and revisit them to ensure they’re helping, not hindering progress.
❌ Mistake #4: Lack of Buy-In A team with only half the members engaged will not achieve its full potential.
✅ Fix: Build commitment by connecting team goals to individual motivations and ensuring everyone has a voice in the process.
❌ Mistake #5: Avoiding Conflict Artificial harmony leads to unresolved issues and stifled innovation.
✅ Fix: Create a safe environment for constructive conflict, where differing ideas are valued as opportunities for growth.
💡 Pro Tip: Regularly assess your team’s performance against frameworks like The Rocket Model to identify areas for improvement. Small adjustments can make a big difference!
👉 What’s a common team mistake you’ve experienced? How did you overcome it?
Let’s share strategies for building stronger teams in the comments!
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