3. Introduction
Teamwork can be defined as the
skill to work with a team of people
collaboratively for achieving a
particular goal.
It plays an important part in the
success of a business because it is
important for colleagues to work in
a team and try their best in all the
conditions.
4. What is
Teamwork?
Teamwork is the collaborative effort
of a group to achieve a common goal
or to complete a task in the most
effective and efficient way.
This concept is seen within the
greater framework of a team, which
is a group of interdependent
individuals who work together
towards a common goal.
6. Why
TEAMWORK
Matters
Creates synergy - the sum is
greater than the parts
Supports a more empowered
way of working
Encourages multi-disciplinary
work where teams cut across
organizational divides
Fosters flexibility and
responsiveness
Promotes the sense of
achievement, equity and
friendship, essential for a
motivated workplace.
8. Why Teams
Fail?
• Lack of vision
• Failure to be personally
responsible
• Conflict between personality
• Power struggle
• No clear identity
• No coaching
9. WHATARETHEBENEFITSOFTEAMWORK?
FOR EMPLOYEES
• Tasks are completed more quickly
• Greater job satisfaction
• Work is often more enjoyable – happier
workplace
• Ability to draw on other peoples’ experiences
and ideas – getting support in the workplace
FOR EMPLOYER
• Improved production and higher staff morale
• Reduced staff turnover
• Increased profits and product quality
FOR CUSTOMERS
•Better products and
customer service
Benefits
of Teamwork
10. Disadvantage
of Working in
a Team
More time may be needed to reach
a decision and take action
There may be pressure to conform
to team norms and attitudes
There may be resistance to
change if the team’s culture is
negative
A dominant person may influence
the team’s decision-making
There is more opportunity for
conflict to emerge and continue
It may be difficult to work out
who is responsible for action
11. Conclusion
Teamwork is becoming increasingly
important in contemporary
organisations, and as long as teams
are formed, managed and
implemented effectively, can provide
a source of competitive advantage in
terms of increased employee
satisfaction, creativity and
innovation.
However, if teams are assigned to
inappropriate tasks, are managed
ineffectively or not provided with
adequate support, resources and
autonomy to carry out their tasks
then the effect of teamwork can be
counterproductive.