Clarifying Roles and Responsibilities
Resolve confusion about who does what in cross-functional work. Map current roles, identify gaps and overlaps, and create clear agreements about responsibilities, decision rights, and how to collaborate effectively.
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What You'll Achieve with the Clarifying Roles and Responsibilities Workshop
Real outcomes that transform your team
Participants leave with documented roles and responsibilities
Clear ownership and accountability agreements established
Improved collaboration and reduced role confusion
When to Use the Clarifying Roles and Responsibilities Workshop
Perfect for these situations and team challenges
When teams experience confusion over roles during project execution
To improve collaboration in newly formed cross-functional teams
How the Clarifying Roles and Responsibilities Workshop Works
A step-by-step breakdown of the workshop process
1Opening & Discovery
In this segment, participants share personal experiences of role confusion, identifying challenges and the impact on collaboration. The facilitator encourages open dialogue to create a safe environment for discussion.
2Understanding Roles and Responsibilities
A mini-teach session explains the importance of role clarity, defining key terms and discussing the consequences of role confusion, including gaps, overlaps, and boundary issues.
3Mapping Current Roles
Participants engage in role mapping to visualize current responsibilities, using the RACI framework to define who is responsible, accountable, consulted, and informed for key tasks.
4Identifying Gaps, Overlaps, and Boundaries
Key Topics Covered in the Clarifying Roles and Responsibilities Workshop
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