5 Stages of Team Development: What You Need to Know

Building a great team isn’t instant – it’s a journey! Whether you’re running a small biz or a big crew, teams go through stages to get awesome. We at TechEleven Media love helping businesses grow, and that starts with a solid team. Here’s the 5 stages every team hits – and what you need to know about them!
Teams Take Time
Building a great team isn’t instant – it’s a journey! Whether you’re running a small biz or a big crew, teams go through stages to get awesome. We at TechEleven Media love helping businesses grow, and that starts with a solid team. Here’s the 5 stages every team hits – and what you need to know about them!
The 5 Stages
- Forming
- What Happens: Everyone’s new, shy, and figuring things out. It’s like the first day of school!
- What to Do: Set clear goals and be friendly so people feel comfy.
- Storming
- What Happens: Things get messy – arguments pop up, and people clash.
- What to Do: Stay calm, talk it out, and help everyone find their spot.
- Norming
- What Happens: The team starts clicking, rules get set, and trust builds.
- What to Do: Cheer them on and keep the good vibes going!
- Performing
- What Happens: Now they’re rocking – work’s smooth, and goals get smashed.
- What to Do: Give them tools (like our SaaS goodies) to shine even more.
- Adjourning
- What Happens: The project ends, and the team wraps up or moves on.
- What to Do: Celebrate the wins and plan what’s next together.

The Big Takeaway
Every stage matters – even the rough ones! Knowing them helps you lead better and keep your team strong. With the right push, they’ll hit that “performing” sweet spot and take your business to eleven. TechEleven Media’s seen it work with our own crew!
Level Up Your Team
Want a team that rocks? Use these stages to guide them! Our digital marketing, SaaS tools, and tech ideas can help – from chat apps to goal trackers. Hit our contact form – we’ll reply in a couple of hours with tips to get you to eleven!
Ready to build your team? Check out our services and let’s roll!