Join Dr. Krister Lowe for this week's episode of The Team Coaching Zone Podcast! In this episode, Krister shares his thinking around using assessments as part of team coaching engagements. This is the first in a 3-part series focusing on resources for team coaches. The second episode will look at leading team coaching books for team coaches. The third episode will look at some of the leading team coach training programs available. Specific themes explored in this episode include: 1. The Pros & Cons of Using Assessments 2. Overview of individual Level Assessments 3. Overview of 5 Team Level Assessments 4. Alternative Methods of Assessment: surveys, interviews, focus groups and observation Listeners will find this episode useful for understanding why to use assessments in the first place as well as what options are available for doing so. Krister also shares some of his experiences using assessments with clients. Finally, listeners are encouraged to go to http://www.teamcoachingzone.com to subscribe to the Zone's weekly newsletter which has information and discounts on upcoming team coaching training and assessment certification programs along with other helpful information for team coaches. Have a great day and remember to Stay in the Zone!