While there’s rarely one simple answer, there are always a few things that ring true about successful teams: They have a great leader, the team works cohesively and collaboratively, and each team member is working toward a clear, common purpose.
These same successful teams usually also have three key roles that are filled: the Finder, the Grinder, and the Minder. The Finder is constantly engaged in new business acquisition—drumming up new business and leads. The detail-oriented, task-driven Grinder gets things done, day in and day out. The Minder is great at building and nurturing relationships, oversees the team, and manages processes.