Building a strong team sounds simple: put a bunch of talented people with complementary skill sets together in the same room. But in reality, there’s a carefully calibrated science to crafting a team that produces great work. On the latest Best Practice episode, Sara Lopergolo and Oliver Link from Selldorf Architects share their experience handpicking team members and facilitating collaboration. They end up with teams whose members not only work well together, but also teach and learn from each other. 

Interview Takeaways

• Close the loop
• Check in, but not too much
• Hire to fill a need
• Don’t rush into hiring
• Find employees who stick around
• See the big staffing picture
• Diversify your staff’s experience
• Start projects with a small team 
• Prepare for meetings
• Collaborate with clients
• Listen & learn

Show Links

• Connect with Sara Lopergolo on LinkedIn or Twitter
• Connect with Oliver Link on LinkedIn 
• Check out Selldorf Architects 
• Connect with George Valdes on LinkedIn or Twitter
• Connect with Chris Morgan on LinkedIn 
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