Stage 5: Growth
Blocker
The team doesn't self-improve.
Solution
The team proactively develops its members’ skills (T-shaping).
T-Shaping means each team member has deep expertise in one area “I” and a working understanding of adjacent roles “¯”.
T-Shape Like a Pro
Most teams treat T-shaping as a nice idea — then leave it to chance.
Lucky for us, we’ve been building a list of T-shaping opportunities from the very start.
1. Identify Opportunities
Use the Roles & Responsibilities Builder to map each member’s secondary responsibilities and skill interests.
Prioritize the list by team needs and individual interest.
2. Turn It Into Action
Assign T-shaping activities as Micro–Macro Missions so progress is visible and measurable.
Track skill growth in retrospectives and adjust focus areas as the team evolves.