This document discusses the components of successful teams. It begins by outlining an agenda for team building and then discusses current research showing that teams are a high priority for organizations and that factors like team culture and communication most affect employee satisfaction. It then discusses tools and techniques for different stages of team development. Key aspects of team success discussed include communication, diversity, team context, managing individual vs team success, and understanding team member strengths. The document provides questions to help understand team member growth expectations, relationships, dynamics, strengths and work environment to improve team performance.