This document discusses teams and teamwork. It defines a high-performance team as a small group that works actively together to achieve common goals and holds itself accountable. Team building involves planned activities to improve team effectiveness. Characteristics of high-performance teams include strong values, clear objectives, the right skills mix, and creativity. The document also discusses improving team processes, roles and norms, cohesiveness, and how different types of teams contribute to high-performance workplaces.

1. Team Building and Team Work Prepared by Michael K. McCuddy Valparaiso University