In this episode, I discuss Starting a New Team or department. This experience can be incredibly fulfilling yet challenging. I share my top strategies, pitfalls to avoid, and key areas to focus on. Whether you are starting a new team or department, you don't want to miss the value of this episode. Timestamps 00:24 - Austin Update 03:23 - Listener Q & A: Your questions, our answers. 04:56 - Why Discuss Starting A New Team/Department 05:30 - Start With The End In Mind: Learn why starting with a clear vision and end goal in mind is crucial for the success of your new team or department. 11:34 - Culture: Explore why culture is so crucial in shaping the identity and dynamics of a newly formed team or department. 19:33 - Mission/Vision/Why: Listen to the significance of creating a compelling mission, vision, and purpose collaboratively with your new team or department. 23:58 - Value: Value is the only thing that matters. If you aren't creating it, you are failing. Hear about the easy ways to add value quickly. 28:20 - Routines: Learn how implementing effective routines can bring much-needed structure to your new team/department. 35:22 - Test/Experiment/Learn: Discover the importance of adopting a mindset of experimentation and continuous learning to drive innovation and growth within your new team or department. 38:00 - Story Time: I share the story of the first team I started. 41:05 - Challenge For Listeners: Brainstorm a new team idea and bring it to your boss.  You won't regret taking the risk. Resources Find Your Team Why: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qp0HIF3SfI4 The Introvert Leader Dispatch (Newsletter) It's free to subscribe, and it's packed with value.  https://theintrovertleader.beehiiv.com/subscribe Career Coaching Do you want to take your career to the next level? Book your free career clarity call here. Engage Don't miss our new episodes, released every other Wednesday; be sure to subscribe.Send in your career, leadership, and self-development questions, and I'll answer them on air!Email: [email protected]: www.linkedin.com/in/austinchopkinsYouTube: TheIntrovertLeaderSTS Career Coaching: www.sts-coaching.com