The document discusses effective team behavior and performance. It defines what a team is and outlines key aspects of team building including setting objectives, maintaining unity, and communicating efficiently. It describes the typical stages of team growth from forming to performing to adjourning. A model for team effectiveness is presented involving factors like task characteristics, team size and composition, processes, and environment. Elements of successful team design, behavior, and performance are listed, including strategy, roles, communication, response, and leadership.