Adair's team development

Adair's team
development

TEAMWORK AND
LEADERSHIP

Today:

1. Recap Tuckman’s theory of team development

2.Understand Adair’s theory of team development

3.Link Adair’s theory to different UPS examples

4. Begin to write up the theories for your assignment.

Open Ended

What do you already know about Adair's theory?

Open Ended

What do you know now after watching the video?

Adair’s theory in brief

§Known as the action-centred leadership model.

§Effective leadership revolves around three key areas:

1.Task: The leader must focus on achieving the objectives and ensuring that the team is clear
on what needs to be done.

2.Team: The leader should cultivate a cohesive team, fostering collaboration, trust, and morale
among team members.

3.Individual: The leader needs to consider the individual needs and development of team
members, supporting their growth and ensuring they feel valued.

Adair’s theory in brief – cont.

Adair argued that:

§Successful leaders must balance these
three areas to be effective.

§Leadership is fundamentally about getting
results through people.

This model highlights the importance of
adaptability and awareness in leadership
roles.

Open Ended

Now take 10 minutes to research and come up with some UPS examples of Adairs theory.

Examples:

Task: A fire chief might develop a clear action plan
for a firefighting operation, detailing the sequence of
actions required to control a blaze and protect
civilians.

Team: Regular training exercises can be organized
where members of a unit practice together, fostering
teamwork and communication. This helps build trust
and ensures that everyone knows their roles in
emergencies.

Individual: Leaders in protective services might
implement programs that focus on the mental health
and well-being of their personnel, recognizing that
individual support is crucial for overall team
effectiveness.

Task: During a major incident, a police leader may
clearly outline objectives (e.g., securing the area,
ensuring public safety, and gathering evidence) while
assigning specific roles to officers based on their
expertise.

Team: In a hostage situation, a tactical team leader
would ensure that all team members understand
their specific roles (e.g., negotiator, tactical support)
and work collaboratively to achieve a successful
resolution.

Individual: Senior officers may take on mentoring
roles for newer recruits, helping them develop their
skills and confidence while also providing
personalized feedback and support.

Pros and cons to Adair’s Theory

Balanced Approach

Focus on Practical Leadership Skills

Encourages Team Cohesion

Adaptable to Different Situations

Encourages Leadership Development

Overly Simplistic

Lack of Specificity on Individual Needs

Task-Focused

Limited Guidance on Conflict Resolution

Less Emphasis on Long-Term Team Development

Multiple Choice

What is the focus of Adair's Team Theory?

• Balancing task, team, and individual

• Leadership skills

• Only task management

• Conflict resolution

Multiple Choice

What does the task aspect of Adair's model focus on?

• Building trust

• Clarifying roles and setting targets

• Resolving conflicts

• Supporting personal growth

Multiple Choice

What is emphasized in the team aspect of Adair's model?

• Individual development

• Task completion

• Building trust and effective communication

• Leadership skills

Multiple Choice

What does the individual aspect of Adair's model recognise?

• 
  Importance of team dynamics

• Importance of each team member's contribution

• 
  Task management

• Conflict resolution

Assignment Task!

Answer the following questions in detail:

What is Adair’s theory?

Link it to UPS with examples

Done? Do the same for the other two theories!