IMPORTANCE OF TEAMWORK
Why is teamwork important? Indeed, the value of properly managed teamwork is something we address in our numerous articles on teams. But teamwork doesn’t just happen, it needs to be built!
It’s when a group of people work together cohesively, towards a common goal, creating a positive working atmosphere, and supporting each other to combine individual strengths to enhance team performance.
Teamwork is also the oil that makes the team work. It can enable smoother movement towards targets, can prolong forward momentum, and can help teams to overcome obstacles.
Like in one company, no objectives will achieve if there’s no collaboration of every members in the group. Teams and teamwork have become a central part of our work life.
The value of teamwork is regularly seen in sports. How often do we see teams made up of expensive star players outperformed by teams with players who may be individually less talented? Assuming transfer price tags really are an indicator of talent! The answer lies in two things. The synergistic value of teamwork and in the crucial role of the manager
.Teamwork is important because it creates synergy, where the sum is greater than the parts. Supports a more empowered way of working, removing constraints which may prevent someone doing their job properly.
Working with a group of people, on a worthwhile activity, with a common goal, can be one of the most rewarding and enjoyable aspects of work.
--oOo— The author is Master Teacher I at Fausto Gonzales Sioco Memorial School