Have you ever noticed that, when a band is in sync, they are able to produce amazing music? That kind of collaboration is possible for work teams too. Whether you are thinking of sentimental lyrics or solving a customer service issue, the way you work together in music will teach you powerful lessons on trust, communication, and leadership.
Learn to listen
All the members of a group or band need to listen carefully to each other if they don’t want to sound out of tune. In the same way, teams must listen well to ensure every person feels heard and to avoid any misunderstandings. For instance, the singer listens to the drummer to stick to the beat, just like peers syncing on a project road map.
Learn to lead
When playing music, the conductor or bandleader doesn’t micromanage every single player or note. A good team lead keeps everyone going in the same direction but allows others to contribute ideas and follow their styles. Music leadership is flexible, wherein different people lead depending on the song, just like in agile working teams.
Learn to contribute
No matter how small the instrument, it can add a twist to the music. In a team, every member, no matter their title or tenure, brings something valuable to the table. That’s why we need to respect and appreciate each member and encourage them to contribute. While making a song together, you might discover their hidden talents with instruments or composition.
Learn to be resilient
In the midst of making music, you will encounter notes or tunes that don’t go well together. They might seem like mistakes, but they teach you to be more creative in your approaches and to attempt more ideas until you find one that works. This activity encourages your team to try new things without fear of failure. This builds the mental fortitude of your coworkers, which is necessary for high performance.
Learn to synchronize
Sounding harmonious means keeping up with the rhythm and pacing. For this to happen, musicians need to keep in time together. For a team to stay in tune, every member must learn to manage their energy, deadlines, and workflow on their own. Once they’re able to do this and then come together, they reduce their chances of bottlenecks or burnout.
As you can see, making music can teach workplaces a lot about working together. If you want in person team building, arrange a team-building event with Song Division where your people can write and perform their own original songs, or whichever type of event you prefer.
