Knowing how to be an effective team member is a vital lifetime skill. It will help you in your academic career, in the business world, and in nonwork activities as well. It takes time and effort to learn how to work in a team. Part of the challenge is learning how to adjust your behavior to the needs of the group. Another part is learning how to motivate members of a group. A well-functioning team allows members to combine knowledge and skills, and this reliance on diverse backgrounds and strengths often results in team decisions that are superior to those made by individuals working alone. Exploring Business: Chapter 5.8Complete the “Are You a Team Player” worksheet in Teams. You may use Exploring Business: Chapter 8.2 as a resource for the group assignment. Learning Target: I can identify factors that increase the likelihood of group success or failure.
Foundations of Business: Teamwork – The Importance of Team Building Skills
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