Teams want to be set challenging goals

The transcript narrates the journey of the Sea Gods dragon boat team, which started as a fun group but gradually aimed for competitive success. Initially, the team enjoyed casual paddling and socializing. Over time, they realized the need for improvement to retain members. They set aggressive goals, hired a coach, and increased training intensity. Despite initial setbacks, their hard work paid off, leading to a significant victory. The experience highlighted the importance of challenging goals and structured support in motivating team members.

What was the initial focus of the Sea Gods dragon boat team?

• Winning competitions

• Competing internationally

• Having fun and socializing

• Training rigorously

What change did the team make to improve their performance?

• They decided to disband the team

• They focused solely on men's competitions

• They hired a coach with experience training Olympic athletes

• They reduced their training sessions

What was the outcome of the team's efforts in the final race?

• They finished last

• They won by a significant margin

• They were disqualified

• They tied with another team

How did the team feel after beating the toughest competitor in the semifinals?

• Disappointed

• Indifferent

• Uncertain

• Inspired and emotional

What lesson did the team learn about setting goals?

• Goals are not important for team success

• Easy goals lead to better performance

• Setting goals is a waste of time

• Challenging goals can inspire greater effort and satisfaction