Expectations Breed Frustration

Frustrations are a part of every team dynamic. Nothing really goes as planned, so if we expect them to, our disappointment can quickly turn to frustration. Understanding the expectations of a team before the start of any endeavor can help predict the possible frustrations. This is important because there is nothing more challenging in the moment than a frustration that takes someone by surprise. Frustration is normal, inevitable and actually predictable. Understanding that should help teams plan for it and be that much better at dealing with it…daily.