How to Manage a Team of Contractors and FTEs
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As a team leader, it’s easy to assume that everyone working together on a project should be treated and managed the same way. But full-time employees (FTEs) and contractors have different motivations, expectations, and needs. As a manager, you need to be conscious of those distinctions and adjust accordingly.
Begin by holding one-on-one or small-group discussions with your FTEs, and then with your contractors to understand what people want to get out of the project personally and professionally.
With these insights in mind, focus on team-building and alignment. Have a team-wide conversation to ensure that everyone is on the same page about the project’s overall goals, its organizational context, and the individuals involved — and reinforce this alignment throughout the project as needed.
Finally, set clear ground rules and guidelines around communication, resources, and roles, aiming to fulfill everyone's distinct needs. This will set clear expectations and ensure that no resentment builds up throughout the project.
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🇨🇳 如何管理一个由合同工和全职员工组成的团队
作为一名团队领导，我们很容易认为，在一个项目中，每个人都应该得到同样的对待和管理。 但全职雇员和合同工有着不同的动机、期望和需求。作为一个经理，你需要意识到这些区别，并做出相应的调整。
首先和你的全职雇员们进行一对一的或者小组的讨论，然后和你的承包商一起了解人们想从项目中得到什么。
带着这些洞察力，专注于团队建设和协调。进行一次团队范围的对话，以确保每个人对项目的总体目标、组织环境和所涉及的个人都有相同的看法，并根据需要在整个项目中加强这种一致性。
最后，围绕沟通、资源和角色制定明确的基本规则和指导方针，以满足每个人的不同需求。 这将设定明确的期望，并确保不会在整个项目中产生怨恨。
