AH-GSM: Building the Best Teams

Is this statement accurate for our team?

	Yes	No	Sometimes
* If you make a mistake on this team, it is often held against you.

* Members of this team are able to bring up problems and tough issues.

* People on this team sometimes reject or discount others for being different.

* It is completely safe to take a risk on this team.

* It is difficult to ask other members of this team for help.

* No one on this team would deliberately act in way that undermines my efforts.

* Working with members of this team, my unique skills and talents are valued and utilized.

Does this type of diversity exist on our team?

	Yes	No	Somewhat
* Separation Diversity – can include differences of opinion on issues, time zone and physical location, and perceptions of “in-groups vs. out-groups.”

* Variety Diversity – can include differences in education, expertise, gender, and ethnicity, as well as demographic and cultural differences.

* Disparity Diversity – can include differences in professional status, level of positional power, and negative stereotypes.

As you answer the below questions, please consider the following diversity concepts:

Separation Diversity – can include differences of opinion on issues, time zone and physical location, and perceptions of “in-groups vs. out-groups.”

Variety Diversity – can include differences in education, expertise, gender, and ethnicity, as well as demographic and cultural differences.

Disparity Diversity – can include differences in professional status, level of positional power, and negative stereotypes.

Which types of diversity do you see on your team?

How does the diversity enhance the work of the team?

How does the diversity inhibit the work of the team?