A team that works well together understands the strengths and weaknesses of each team member. One of the benefits of strong teamwork in the workplace is that team leaders and members become proficient at dividing up tasks so they are done by the most qualified people.
6. Types of groups
Work Groups
– a group within a workforce that
normally works together.
Neighborhood groups
- is a small voluntary association of poor
people, preferably from the same socio-
economic background.
7. Social Group
- is a collection of people who interact with each
other and share similar characteristics and a sense
of unity
Pressure groups
- a group that tries to influence public policy in
the interest of a particular cause.
Types of groups
8. Self-Help Group (SHG)
is a small voluntary association of poor people,
preferably from the same socio-economic
background
Types of groups
9. Formal Groups
Groups established by organizations to perform
organizational work
1. Command group
- comprised of employees who directly report to a
supervisor
2. Tasks groups
- employees work to accomplished a certain task
10. Informal Groups
- Natural Grouping of employees that form to fulfill
social needs.
1. Interest Groups
established to meet a mutual objective
2. Friendship groups
formed by members have something in common.
11. Roles in Society
Role
- A position that has to
be assumed and acted
by an individual in a
group.
12. Characteristics of Teams
Clear Goals
This is necessary so that all team members
understand the purpose and vision of the
team.
Defined Roles
It’s important for group members to understand
their job function and for leaders to tap into the
skills and talents of group members.
13. Open and Clear Communication
- This is one of the most important
characteristics for high functioning teams.
Effective Decision Making
awareness of various decision making methods can
help a team make efficient decisions.
Characteristics of Teams
14. Balanced Participation
This can be defined as full involvement. Team
members contribute when appropriate, and
member’s opinions are valued and sought
Valued Diversity Team
members are valued for their unique skills and talents.
A diversity of thinking, idea generating, problem
solving
Characteristics of Teams
15. Managed Conflict
This is essential to a team’s growth. It’s important
that issues aren’t ignored and avoided in a group
Positive Atmosphere
An effective team has an open climate where member’s
are comfortable with each other and aren’t afraid to
take risks.
Characteristics of Teams
16. Cooperative Relationships
Team members want to work together for the good
of the team and understand that combining the
skills of numerous people will produce something
that could not be created alone
Participative Leadership
Leadership is shared among team members at various
times.
Characteristics of Teams
17. TEAMWORK 10 EFFECTIVE STEPS
1. Consider each employee's ideas as valuable
2. Be aware of employees' unspoken feelings
3. Act as a harmonizing influence
4. Be clear when communicating
5. Encourage trust and cooperation among employees on
your team
18. TEAMWORK 10 EFFECTIVE STEPS
7. Delegate problem-solving tasks to the team
8. Facilitate communication
9. Establish team values and goals; evaluate team performance
19. Benefits of Teams
1. Achievement of a
goal in more efficient
and more effective
manner as team
members are committed
to one single goal
20. High level of productivity
through specialized work
processes and labor distribut
Benefits of Teams
21. People like to work with others due to social
satisfaction.
Benefits of Teams