The Team Health Check template helps teams assess their dynamics, collaboration, and overall health across five key dimensions. This format is essential for maintaining strong team culture and identifying areas for improvement before they become problems.
This template is perfect for regular team check-ins, quarterly reviews, or when teams are experiencing challenges. It provides a structured way to discuss team dynamics that might otherwise be difficult to address.
Five Dimensions of Team Health
The format evaluates:
- Communication: How well team members share information and ideas
- Collaboration: How effectively team members work together
- Trust: The level of psychological safety and mutual respect
- Alignment: How well team members share goals and priorities
- Growth: Opportunities for learning and professional development
By regularly assessing these dimensions, teams can maintain high performance and address issues proactively.
How to facilitate
Facilitation Guidelines
- Create psychological safety: Ensure team feels safe to be honest
- Use anonymous input: Consider anonymous cards for sensitive topics
- Focus on behaviors: Discuss specific behaviors, not personalities
- Identify patterns: Look for themes across dimensions
- Create action plans: Don't just identify issues—plan improvements
Scoring Team Health
Consider rating each dimension (1-5 scale):
- 5 = Excellent, no issues
- 4 = Good, minor improvements possible
- 3 = Adequate, some concerns
- 2 = Needs attention
- 1 = Critical issue requiring immediate action
When to use this template
When to Use Team Health Checks
- Quarterly reviews: Regular assessment of team dynamics
- After major changes: Following reorganizations or new team members
- When issues arise: Proactive problem-solving
- Team formation: Establishing baseline for new teams
Benefits
Regular health checks help teams:
- Maintain strong collaboration
- Address issues before they escalate
- Build trust and psychological safety
- Align on goals and priorities
- Support individual growth
