I’ll always be grateful for my training in theatre arts.
One of the things it taught me is trust. I could always count on my fellow cast and crew members to be there when they were supposed to be there — to speak their next line, move scenery in place, or make a catch. There was such a high level of trust that the cast and crew truly did start to feel like a family by opening night.
Is there enough trust among your team members? If not, do the important work to help them gain it. When people feel like their colleagues have their backs, both work satisfaction and productivity increase.
Here’s another post about a good lesson from the theatre that can help in your work life.