"Team Geek" Impressions
I read this book because it was a topic of conversation.
Overall evaluation: 0 (Recommended for some people)
This book is also about soft skills, explaining various methods for "successful teams" based on the HRT concept. I felt that it was particularly written for managers (leaders) who lead teams. Of course, it's not that non-managers won't find value in it, but I think there are many things that team leaders should read.
Detailed Impressions
HRT
This concept, which takes the initials of Humility, Respect, and Trust, forms the foundation of this book. I think it's a very important idea, but I felt that it would be difficult for all team members to adopt it unless it's deeply rooted in the team's culture. If it's established as a company or team culture, new members will naturally accept it, but it's challenging otherwise. I think it's necessary to make an effort to solidify this idea, such as including it in the mission statement.
Not a Manager, but a Leader
This ideal image is slightly different from the existing image of a manager. It's described as "setting clear goals," "becoming a mentor," and "becoming a Zen master," among other things. There are also anti-patterns, which are useful. If you're interested, please read it.
Dealing with Harmful Individuals
I think this is the most thought-provoking and difficult point to practice. There aren't many books that delve into this topic, but it's an inevitable problem. I think it's necessary to create a strong culture based on the ideas presented in this book and to struggle with it every day.
Summary
This book provides know-how for building a strong team, particularly for leaders. I think the key to implementing it is how to establish HRT. As a team management book, it's quite advanced, but I think I'll start by reflecting on myself.
