Trust is the key element of a virtual team. Use this audit to assess the trust level of your team. A successful team will answer “Most of the time” or “Always” to all of the following statements.
This team builds trust through recognition of contributions.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |
All team members hear regularly from one another and from the team leader.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |
Team members adhere to schedules and timelines.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |
Team members notify one another if they cannot make commitments.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |
Outside influences on individual members or on the group do not threaten the cohesiveness of the team.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |
This team does a good job of communicating commitments or schedule changes that may affect team goals or work plans.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |
Members do not feel the need to “watchdog” others to get tasks accomplished.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |
Team members and the team leader exchange constructive feedback.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |
Communication is clear and misunderstandings are infrequent.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |
This team checks for understanding of both tasks and goals.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |
This team acknowledges and addresses conflict.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |
This team easily shares knowledge resources.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |
Change does not threaten individual members of the team.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |
When a new task is presented, the team looks first within itself for resources and skills.
Never | Sometimes | Most of the time | Always |