Power-Ups

Working in a team can be a challenging and rewarding experience. The concept of Forming, Storming, Norming, and Performing (FSNP) describes the four stages of psychological development a team goes through as they work on a project. Teams move through each stage as they overcome challenges, learn to work together, and eventually focus on accomplishing a shared goal. 1. Forming: The first stage of team development is about defining objectives, and individual roles, building trust, respect, and interpersonal skills. It’s also about developing norms and identifying the resources, skills, and information needed to achieve the team’s goals. Having the right dynamics in a team is essential for success. As Henry Ford said, “Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is a success.” 2. Storming: In the second stage, conflicts and competition in personal and professional relationships come to the forefront. It’s crucial to establish a common vision, roles, resp