Understanding Teams

Before you can focus on chemistry, you must understand teams. Start at the beginning by defining what teams are and how people feel about being on them. Additionally, you need to be aware of how teams can be effective and what causes them to fall apart. Knowing the pros and cons of teams will help you avoid pitfalls and build a strong chemistry.

What Is the Definition of a Team?

Teams are described as groups of people with complementary skill sets who work on projects or activities towards common goals. Team members are cooperative and interdependent. In the business world, there are different types of teams.

• Functional – These teams work in a general area or department to support the customer needs.
• Cross-functional – Team members come with different areas of expertise to complete a single goal.
• Self-managing – These teams do not have much oversight as members work independently towards goals.

Regardless of the type of team a company implements, the individual team members have to work well together.

How Do People Feel about Being on Teams?

Many people do not like the idea of being on teams. This dread of teamwork often stems from past experiences. Everyone has been on a team with that one person who did not contribute. Additionally, some managers force teams on people believing that they will magically work better without taking the necessary steps to ensure that the team members will work well together and develop chemistry. Teams that are not launched correctly have little chance of being successful. It is important to get teams off to a positive start from the very beginning by developing relationships, inspiring goals, and defining roles.

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